Diplomacy & Conflict: Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said African leaders have shown strong interest in helping resolve the Russia-Ukraine crisis, highlighting South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa’s role after the 2023 Russia-Africa summit. Health: The WHO says the first patient has been enrolled in a DR Congo Ebola treatment trial for the Bundibugyo outbreak, as mistrust and violence continue to hamper response efforts. Climate & Islands: A UN General Assembly resolution affirms continuity of statehood for island nations facing sea-level rise, raising new questions about how international law should treat sovereignty and territorial integrity. Travel & Mobility: India’s passport ranking shifts in the Henley Passport Index, reflecting changing visa policies worldwide. Culture (Comoros links): Tanzania’s government spokesperson Gerson Msigwa visited the Tanzanian Embassy in France to review preparations for International Kiswahili Day (July 4–7, 2026), with Comoros noted among attending diplomats. Maritime Security (region-wide): Talks in Doha between Washington and Tehran reportedly agreed only to keep the Strait of Hormuz quiet for seven days, while the wider dispute remains deadlocked. Sports (Comoros vs Sudan): Sudan’s under-17 women’s team faced heavy defeats against Comoros in Morocco, marking Sudan’s first international women’s soccer appearance since its civil war.