UK–Russia Sanctions Clash: Royal Marines and the UK National Crime Agency seized the Russian “shadow fleet” tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel and arrested a 38-year-old Indian national over suspected sanctions offences; 24 crew members, including Georgians, remain aboard as the investigation continues. Domestic Political Pressure in Georgia: Amnesty International warns Georgia is seeing a serious human-rights erosion, citing crackdowns on peaceful dissent, weaponized disinformation, and court/police use to entrench power amid 500+ days of protests. EU Integration Tensions: Estonia’s FM Margus Tsahkna says Georgia is taking “a completely wrong path” away from EU goals and notes EU sanctions discussions are ongoing. Protest Spotlight in Tbilisi: Demonstrators again gathered outside Parliament demanding a change in political course and the release of political prisoners, with animal-rights activists also staging a separate rally. Georgia’s Education Calendar: National exams are set to start July 2, with Unified National Exams running through July 22. Regional Diplomacy: Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vučić is scheduled to visit Georgia June 17–19 for talks with top Georgian officials. Business & Finance: Microbank Crystal received GEL 300,000 in ADB technical assistance to expand green lending, with a focus on women entrepreneurs.