Red Sea Security & Diplomacy: Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki’s latest trip to Cairo follows a new Egypt-Eritrea maritime cooperation push, with both sides reiterating that Red Sea security is the job of littoral states—while Ethiopia worries the deal could complicate its sea-access ambitions. Tigray Conflict Risk: Ethiopia says TPLF forces in northern Tigray are preparing an offensive, warning of a relapse into war and pointing to Eritrea-linked “patrons” as part of the threat picture. Human Trafficking Routes: Reports from Tigray describe new trafficking-for-ransom pathways involving Eritrean refugees after the Pretoria ceasefire, with victims waiting for testimony while suspects secure bail. Public Health & Maternal Care: Seychelles and Eritrea adopted WHO-prequalified integrated rapid testing for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B in antenatal care, aiming to cut mother-to-child transmission. Aviation Safety: The EU updated its air safety list, banning 154 airlines; the list includes Eritrea among carriers flagged for safety concerns. Trade & Connectivity: SalamAir says it is reshaping routes due to Gulf conflict pressures, adding destinations including Djibouti and Asmara as it avoids less profitable markets.