Ukraine Diplomacy: Russia’s Lavrov says Moscow has “exhausted” faith in Western peace promises, accusing the West of negotiating only to issue ultimatums—while insisting talks must start from NATO and territorial demands. Mozambique Energy & Business: Mozambique says Portuguese firm Galp must pay disputed taxes tied to its Area 4 Rovuma Basin stake sale, as the company pushes an international arbitration fight. Private Sector Reform: CTA urges Mozambique to cut the cost of doing business, tackle fee proliferation, foreign-currency shortages, delayed state payments and VAT refund backlogs, and back productive investment. Agriculture Push: Agriculture Minister Roberto Albino challenges the private sector to scale irrigation and agro-industry projects to replace costly food imports, with lower energy, water and fuel tariffs for producers. Public Health on Repatriation: Experts warn Mozambique-linked repatriation from South Africa can break TB/HIV treatment continuity and worsen mental health due to long, poorly prepared journeys. Regional Mobility: Mozambique’s neighbours keep updating visa-free lists, including Kenya and Tanzania, shaping travel and labour flows across the region. British Council Cuts: The British Council plans to shut offices in nine countries including Mozambique and Tanzania, shifting programmes to digital and local partnerships. Security & Crime: Vehicle-smuggling syndicates are using false plates and key corridors into Mozambique, after a major recovery operation in South Africa.