El Niño & Food Security: Somalia is urging stronger coordination from federal to district levels as a “strongest in years” El Niño threatens drought, floods, and hunger across the Horn, with millions already facing acute food insecurity. Elections & Federalism: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says federal election talks should wait until regional votes in Galmudug and Hirshabelle are completed, reviving debate over sequencing and delays. Parliament Under Pressure: In Galmudug, troops blocked a parliament session, deepening a state political crisis after the speaker accused the president of ordering the closure. Interior Minister Challenge: Sixty MPs filed a no-confidence motion against Interior Minister Ali Yusuf Hosh, citing failures on security, clan conflict, and the federal system. Security Transition: Somalia’s national security adviser says AUSSOM will not leave abruptly and any drawdown depends on Somali readiness to take over responsibilities. Somalia–Ethiopia Tensions: Somalia’s NSA confirmed Somali troops crossed into Ethiopia’s Somali region, while Mogadishu’s foreign ministry says the Ankara Declaration now governs relations with Ethiopia. Regional Security Crackdown: Puntland ordered tougher measures in Bari against illegal weapons, militants, piracy, trafficking, and clan violence. Education Deal: UDST signed an MoU with Somalia’s education ministry to expand higher-education cooperation, including IT, power/renewables, construction, and healthcare management. Qatar Investment Push: Somalia’s PM met Qatari institutions to seek investment in fisheries, energy, transport, and other sectors. Maritime Threats: Separate reporting highlights a growing Houthi–al-Shabaab cooperation network that moves weapons and drone know-how across the Gulf of Aden.