NoteDetail

1. Drones hit merchant ships off Bulgaria. Bulgaria launched a search for missing crew after drones hit two merchant ships, highlighting growing risks to Black Sea shipping. (France 24)

2. Spain calls early election after housing protests. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called an election for 29 November after housing protests and parliamentary defeats over measures to make homes more affordable. (BBC)

3. Former German spy chief arrested over espionage allegations. August Hanning was detained on suspicion of treason and espionage for a foreign intelligence service, potentially straining Germany’s ties with allied spy agencies. (France 24)

Three a day, no more than that. Follow for tomorrow. #NOOVERDOSE