Defence & Security: A leaked intelligence memo reported by The Telegraph alleges Russian civilians and serving military personnel were trained at private European camps, naming Bulgaria’s Alfa-Metal in Medzhini and claiming instructors include former British SAS and other Western-linked backgrounds; Bulgaria’s Democratic Bulgaria bloc says it will demand hearings with SIA and SANS. EU Policy: 122 MEPs back restarting talks on using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, urging an updated EU plan amid legal concerns over asset depositories. Energy & Infrastructure: MEPs propose updated EU rules for trans-European energy infrastructure to speed cross-border projects and cut bottlenecks, aiming to improve energy security and lower prices. Aviation & Climate: Sofia Airport (SOF Connect) has started building a 5 MW solar plant for its own consumption, with battery storage planned next. Consumer & Courts: Parliament adopted new consumer protection rules for online financial services, including clearer withdrawal rights, while also passing a bill to curb SLAPP lawsuits against journalists and public-interest advocates. Health & Enforcement: Bulgaria’s Interior and SANS launched an operation targeting alleged NHIF fraud via fictitious sales of expensive medicines. Business & Travel: Wizz Air will restore eight UAE routes from late October, including Sofia–Abu Dhabi. Space & Industry: EnduroSat and Arianespace signed an MoU to use Ariane 64 launches from 2029.