EU Enlargement Talks: The Guardian reports Brussels is considering limiting veto powers for future EU members, with Montenegro’s accession treaty reportedly discussed as a possible template—an issue that could shape how Podgorica’s foreign-policy voice works after joining. EU-Western Balkans Summit: Montenegro will host the EU-Western Balkans Summit on 5-6 June, with EU institutions starting to draft Montenegro’s accession treaty—framed as a strategic test of whether the bloc can deliver enlargement. EU Accession Process: Germany says Montenegro’s EU chapter progress is tied to conditions, while the Netherlands argues Montenegro’s job-access transition should last longer (five to seven years), not the faster timeline Podgorica wants. French Support for Accession: Macron told Prime Minister Milojko Spajić that France will back Montenegro in the final stage of EU accession and the Treaty of Accession preparation. Sanctions Impact: Montenegro’s central bank says Russian direct investment fell 73% since EU sanctions—hitting real estate and local companies/banks. Local Culture & Film: Beldocs Industry Days in Belgrade crowned Montenegrin project “Silence of the Classroom” and highlighted regional documentary momentum. Travel & Lifestyle: Regent Seven Seas Voyager returned to service after a 25-day dry-dock overhaul, with a new Epicurean Enrichment Studio and refreshed onboard dining—its itinerary includes Croatia and Montenegro.