US-Iran Escalation: The U.S. launched airstrikes on Iran after blaming Tehran for the crash of an American attack helicopter, as Iran fired back at Gulf states hosting U.S. troops (Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan), raising fresh fears that ceasefire talks could unravel. Oil & Shipping Pressure: With the Strait of Hormuz and wider maritime routes under strain, IATA warned the crisis is a historic supply shock that has doubled jet fuel prices and threatens localized shortages, while the UN warned escalation could widen fallout for seafarers and trade. Global Growth Hit: The World Bank cut its global growth forecast to 2.5% for 2026, citing war-driven energy costs and inflation, and pledged up to $60bn in support for hardest-hit developing countries. Yemen Humanitarian Cash: EU-funded assistance reached nearly 500,000 displaced Yemenis with emergency cash, plus a transition push toward vocational training and small business support. Aden Security Incident: Gunfire outside Aden governor Abdul-Rahman Sheikh’s residence killed four, including a soldier and a Syrian couple, as authorities reported the shooter was killed. Local Health & Prisons: In Al-Bayda, officials inspected a charitable kidney dialysis center and reviewed conditions at the central correctional facility, including plans to expand services.