Women in Politics: The Philippine Commission on Women urged a rapid government referral pathway to tackle violence and threats against women in politics as lawmakers move to define and penalize the problem. Receivership in Ontario: Ontario’s Skills Development Fund scandal deepened as Keel Digital Solutions was ordered into receivership after allegations of inflated mental health counselling claims, with the province seeking to recover tens of millions. Global Conflict Outlook: A new analysis warns that if the Iran-linked and Russia-Ukraine wars spill into 2027, miscalculation and stretched arsenals could trigger a wider global crisis. Horn of Africa Diplomacy: Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s shuttle diplomacy is raising questions about whether he’s acting as a key information channel amid Ethiopia, Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt tensions. Middle East Security Pact: Pakistan’s information ministry rejected Reuters’ troop-deployment claims tied to the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, while Pakistan and Saudi-linked deterrence planning continues. Sudan Human Rights: The UN Human Rights Council condemned Sudan’s conflict and extended a fact-finding mission, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a civilian-led political transition. Europe Government Formation: Latvia’s president said incumbent PM Andris Kulbergs should form the new government after consultations. US Party Planning: Potential 2028 Democratic contenders are set to meet in Denver to map the party’s post-midterm direction.