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A Dutch government survey finds half of children aged 10–15 see upsetting content online, but many hide it from parents. A new campaign urges parents to talk early and without judgment, while the government pushes for a European minimum age for social media use.

After Germany blamed Russia for the August drone incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport, the EU is moving on an emergency security protocol, tighter visa rules, and sanctions disputes. The measures could reshape how critical infrastructure operators respond to hybrid attacks, with implications for drone tech and supply chains.

The EU proposes a minimum age of 13 for social media, with parental consent required until 15. The Dutch government, which has been pushing for EU-wide rules, simultaneously reports half of children aged 10–15 see harmful content online. Meanwhile, Meta's $18bn settlement with US states leaves parents questioning accountability, and a livestreamed stabbing in Amsterdam highlights gaps in real-time moderation.

The EU extended Russia sanctions by just seven days due to internal disputes over oligarchs Fridman and Usmanov. Kallas offered to take a call from Putin but not on his terms, while proposing visa restrictions. The Leipzig drone attack remains the catalyst for new deterrence talks.

EU foreign ministers met in Wicklow after Germany blamed Russia for the Leipzig drone attack. Ukraine pushed for a full alumina embargo, missile-production sanctions and measures against the Rassvet satellite system. No final package yet, but the Commission faces pressure to act.

EU formally accuses Russia of a drone attack at Leipzig airport. Germany blames Moscow. Ukraine calls for a full embargo on alumina and aluminium ore to Russia.

Half of Dutch children aged 10-15 see upsetting content online, but hide it from parents. Minister Aerdts launches a new campaign urging open conversations and joint phone rules. Snapchat and TikTok are the main sources; the government pushes for EU-wide minimum age for social media.