Ukraine Diplomacy: Lavrov says Russia has “completely exhausted” trust in Western peace promises, accusing the West of “ultimatums” while claiming openness to talks, with demands tied to NATO concerns and withdrawal from occupied regions. Mozambique–Russia Security & Trade: Lavrov met President Daniel Chapo in Maputo, pledging deeper cooperation on trade, investment, education and support against terrorism in Cabo Delgado. Cabo Delgado Terror Support: Russia says it’s ready to respond if Mozambique requests help to eliminate the “terrorist threat,” as LNG development raises the stakes. Church Investigation: Mozambique’s Catholic bishops urge a thorough, transparent probe into Bishop Osório’s murder after talks with Pope Leo XIV, warning against narrowing the case to internal Church disputes. Xenophobia Spillover: Mozambique says two citizens were killed in South Africa amid anti-migrant unrest; MSF warns displaced mothers and chronically ill patients are among the hardest hit as healthcare access collapses. El Niño Funding Gap: Mozambique’s meteorology institute warns of a shortage of funds for El Niño preparedness, urging rapid mobilization before October. Digital Inclusion: Mozambique’s disability group FAMOD calls for inclusive, democratic digital transformation so people with disabilities can shape services, not just receive them.