Nuclear Oversight: The IAEA says it has had no in-field verification in Iran for over six months, citing attacks that disrupted access and leaving serious gaps on uranium stockpiles, as the agency warns of serious proliferation concerns. War & Safety: Rosatom chief Alexey Likhachev met IAEA DG Rafael Grossi in Vienna to discuss safety and security at Zaporizhzhia, including attacks on fuel tankers supplying diesel for safety systems. Nuclear Accountability: Japan’s Chubu Electric president and chairperson will resign after an investigation found manipulated earthquake safety data for two Hamaoka reactors; restart applications will be withdrawn. Grid Build-Out Uncertainty: The Pacific Northwest faces a massive power expansion with demand forecasts ranging from 40% to 100% growth, driven largely by data centers and electrification. Cross-Border Power Aid: India approved electricity exports to Nepal for 18 hours a day through Dec. 31 after flood damage, targeting a winter shortfall risk. Renewables & Storage: Australia’s evening gas reliance fell ~70% year-on-year as batteries surged; in India, Alfanar Power secured a 100 MW wind PPA at INR 3.43/kWh. Policy & Bills: A Virginia poll finds voters want lower electricity bills, utility efficiency proof before new grid spending, and solar on public schools. Fusion Push: The UK and US are set to sign agreements to accelerate AI and advanced computing for fusion research, aiming to streamline licensing toward commercialization.