Maritime Safety & Health Impact: US CENTCOM confirmed strikes on a Guinea-Bissau-flagged tanker, MT Jalveer, in the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly tried to transport Iranian oil; smoke and fire were reported near Shinas port, and no injuries were noted—raising concerns for crew safety and spillover risks to nearby communities. Diplomacy & Human Cost at Sea: India’s MEA summoned the US Charge d’Affaires over repeated attacks on commercial vessels carrying Indian seafarers, after three sailors were confirmed dead. Waterway Risks: With the Strait of Hormuz at the center of the conflict, plans discussed for demining could affect regional shipping and the safety of essential supplies. Global Water Quality: A new Environmental Performance Index assessment flags unsafe drinking water as a major health risk, with many of the lowest-ranked countries in Africa—an urgent reminder for Guinea-Bissau’s water and sanitation priorities. Labour & Health Access: Kuwait updated domestic worker recruitment rules, banning many African source countries including Guinea-Bissau, which could disrupt migration-linked livelihoods and access to care for families. Digital Health & Resilience: A West Africa ECOWAS cybersecurity hackathon in Accra highlighted ransomware threats to hospitals and patient records, underscoring the need for stronger protection of health systems. Humanitarian Support: Qatar Red Crescent’s Eid Al Adha campaign reported support reaching thousands of beneficiaries across Africa and Asia, including Guinea-Bissau.