Maritime Security & Sanctions Evasion: A new report details Russia’s “Dark Fleet” using forged Beninese flags and document fraud to keep oil shipments moving despite sanctions, with investigators citing dozens of vessels tied to the Benin registry scheme. Ocean Policy & Funding: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa wrapped up with over 300 voluntary commitments and $6.4bn mobilized for marine protection, fisheries monitoring, climate finance, and blue-economy projects, with observers urging faster follow-through. Anti–Illegal Fishing Enforcement: Kenya and the U.S. agreed to visa restrictions targeting people linked to illegal fishing, alongside a Ksh 12.4bn maritime security package aimed at countering IUU fishing. Regional Media & Integration: SADC officials urged member states, including Comoros-based media partners, to boost promotion and submissions for the 2026 SADC Media Awards to strengthen a shared regional narrative. Comoros Foreign Relations: Azerbaijan’s finance and foreign affairs officials met Comoros counterparts to discuss expanding cooperation in multilateral forums and planning for the 2027 OIC Summit. Maritime Risk for Comoros Registries: A separate case highlights a Comoros-flagged VLCC with repeated name changes and a manager linked to demolition voyages, raising fresh scrutiny of flagging practices.