Serbia-Iran-US Ties: Serbia sent a minister to Ali Khamenei’s funeral in Tehran, saying it was about respect for a “friendly” country, not taking sides in Iran’s conflict with the U.S. and Israel—while Kosovo remains central to Belgrade’s foreign policy. Church Diplomacy in Kosovo: Serbian Patriarch Porfirije visited Serbian monasteries in Kosovo with U.S. President Donald Trump’s spiritual adviser Mark Burns, framing the trip as a message of peace and respect across communities. Dairy Crisis in Kosovo: Milk farmers warned of bankruptcy as processors stall milk collection and prices, after inspectors tested dairy products linked to a wider dispute over quality and blame. Banjska-Linked Contracts: A Kosovo-prosecuted, U.S.-sanctioned businessman’s firm won over €1m in Serbian state contracts this year, despite questions raised about whether work is actually underway. EU Dialogue Pressure: Serbia’s foreign minister Marko Đurić met EU officials in Brussels, urging implementation of existing Belgrade–Pristina agreements and pushing again for the Serb-majority municipalities framework. Sports Diplomacy: Kosovo and Nigeria agreed to strengthen ties, including plans for an international friendly and judo cooperation. Culture & Industry: CineLink Sarajevo unveiled its Co-Production Market and Drama lineups, including a new €10,000 award linked to the Kosovo Cinematography Centre.