Women’s Sports & Conflict: Sudan’s under-17 women’s national team returned to international football in Morocco, marking the first appearance since civil war, after heavy defeats to Comoros that still drew support and spotlighted how war and social barriers shape participation. World Cup—Ghana vs Panama: Ghana’s Black Stars open their 2026 World Cup campaign against Panama in Toronto tonight, but arrive on a seven-match winless run and without midfielder Thomas Partey after a Canadian entry ban upheld by a federal court. Nuclear Security Diplomacy: A wide coalition including Comoros condemned a May 17 drone attack on the UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Plant as a violation of international law, warning of risks to peace and civilian safety. EU–Comoros Trade & Services: The EU concluded an upgraded Economic Partnership Agreement with Comoros (alongside Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles), expanding beyond goods to services, digital trade, investment and financial services access. Regional Climate Resilience: The EU is funding a €100m, four-year climate displacement resilience programme, with Comoros named among beneficiary states. Middle East Energy Shock: Reporting on the Iran–US deal to end the war says the Strait of Hormuz may reopen and the US blockade may end, easing oil-market fears—though impacts could linger. Public Health in the Indian Ocean: Chikungunya warnings widened as Mauritius was added to active CDC travel alerts, with the Comoros islands cited in the broader outbreak context. Maritime Crime & Flags: A Comoros-flagged cargo ship, Arconian, was linked to a major cocaine trafficking case, raising concerns about how organized groups use general cargo routes into Europe.