Humanitarian Strain: Gaza’s water crisis is worsening fast as the blockade blocks fuel, maintenance and spare parts, with Gaza City needing about 100,000 cubic meters daily but receiving only around 30,000—plus a daily sewage discharge of roughly 24,000 cubic meters into the sea. Yemen Frontline Support: In Sana’a’s Bani Hushaish, residents sent a grape caravan to troops on multiple fronts for Mawlid, with pledges of continued food and support through the harvest season. Healthcare Access: Mahweet launched a six-day free eye camp for cataract removal and lens implants, aiming to cut costs for patients amid difficult conditions. Infrastructure Disruption: Mareb Electricity Corporation said a double sabotage attack shut down the gas-fired power station, with repair teams dispatched and no clear restoration timeline yet. Security & Regional Trade: A U.S. report says Iran is using Sudan’s Port Sudan as a logistics and financing hub for Houthi-linked military support, raising pressure on Red Sea trade routes. Maritime Economy: Somalia and Turkey report the release of the hijacked MV Latuf after a 10-day anti-piracy operation, killing 14 pirates—though Puntland disputes the official account. Yemen Military Readiness: Arab News quotes Yemen’s newly appointed spokesman saying government forces have improved unified command and coordination under the Ministry of Defense, changing Houthi assumptions ahead of renewed escalation.