Humanitarian & Food Security: Somalia is warning of mass starvation risk as climate shocks intensify and Iran-war-linked economic pressure compounds US humanitarian aid cuts, leaving families with fewer coping options and worsening hunger. Somalia–UNHCR Coordination: Mogadishu’s planning ministry met UNHCR to align refugee and humanitarian programmes with Somalia’s National Transformation Plan, including stronger planning, monitoring and a new cooperation framework. Security & Governance: Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni says all federal agreements are annulled and Puntland will govern under its own constitution until a new political order is agreed—while UN reporting credits Puntland operations in Calmiskaad with sharply reducing Islamic State activity. Regional Trade & Investment: Somalia’s push to deepen regional integration continues as it formally joins AfCFTA to boost continental trade, alongside reports of new skilling efforts to expand ICT training. Diplomacy & Shipping: Egypt urged Somalia to accelerate efforts to secure the release of eight Egyptian sailors held off the Somali coast, stressing unity and sovereignty. Finance & Asset Controls: Federal authorities are preparing to freeze assets and bank accounts and withdraw passports tied to Abdiaziz Laftagareen and his network after clashes in Baidoa. Migration & Rights: Switzerland faces criticism for deporting a seriously injured Somali man to Mogadishu despite planned medical treatment.