Sanctions and shipping: The US Treasury expanded sanctions on Iran’s military-linked oil network, naming a Comoros-flagged tanker, Huancayo, alongside other vessels and firms. Black Sea security: Russia was accused of drone strikes on three foreign-flagged merchant ships in Ukraine’s export corridor, with flags including Comoros; fires were reported but crews extinguished them. Fuel pressure in Africa: Reports link Middle East military tensions to higher petrol and diesel prices across countries including Comoros, raising living costs and sparking unrest where governments struggle to subsidize. Comoros-linked diplomacy: Tanzania’s ambassador presented credentials to Comoros President Azali Assoumani, with cooperation flagged in the blue economy, green economy, trade, investment, aviation, maritime transport, health and education. Health workshop: Comoros is among countries sending representatives to a regional mental health inter-country learning workshop in Johannesburg, aimed at sharing best practice ahead of a Kigali summit. Digital finance in Comoros: MEXC launched a beta for “real stocks” trading in Comoros, offering access to US-listed shares via licensed brokers and 0-fee launch terms. Sports: Ghana named a preliminary World Cup squad under coach Carlos Queiroz, with Jordan Ayew set to captain.