Diplomacy in the Horn of Africa: Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Ethiopia for talks with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on regional security and cross-border cooperation. Ukraine-Russia front: Russia carried out multiple attacks across Ukraine, with reports of strikes and damage in several regions. World Cup fallout in South Korea: Hong Myung-bo resigned as coach after South Korea’s early exit, as President Lee Jae-myung demanded an investigation into the team’s performance. Leadership reshuffle in Serbia: Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said he will step down soon, fueling speculation he could seek the prime minister role next. Tech and industry push: South Korea unveiled a massive AI investment plan, while China’s Xi met Belarus’s Lukashenko in Beijing amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Climate and health risk in Southeast Asia: Mekong governments are stepping up efforts to prevent transboundary haze as El Niño-linked heat raises fire danger. Disaster response: International rescue teams continued searching for survivors after Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes, as the death toll climbed and thousands remained missing. Sports leadership: England Test captain Ben Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket, with New Zealand closing in on a series win.