Maritime Security: UKMTO reported an attempted boarding of a product tanker about 50 nautical miles southeast of Al-Shihr, Yemen, by a skiff with five armed men; the crew used evasive maneuvers, the vessel continued to its next port, and authorities are investigating. Energy & Trade Risk: Coverage around the US-Iran MoU and the Strait of Hormuz highlights how even partial disruptions can ripple through global oil, LNG, shipping, and fertilizer markets—an issue with direct knock-on effects for food security in the Arab region. Yemen Energy Sector: Safer Exploration & Production Operations said it is studying ways to expand output and restart LNG exports when conditions allow, while also exploring compressed natural gas (CNG) for vehicles and households. Local Governance & Cooperatives: In Hajjah, officials discussed field inspections to assess and support agricultural cooperative associations across multiple districts, aiming to improve performance and follow up on corrective measures. Saudi Support for Yemen: Yemen’s leadership welcomed Saudi Arabia’s new budget support payment (over SAR 224m / $60m) to help cover the budget deficit, stabilize the Yemeni rial, and fund public-sector salaries. Hunger Watch: UN-linked reporting warns Yemen’s hunger crisis is worsening, with calls for urgent international action.