Ethiopia–Tigray Tensions: The U.S. announced targeted visa restrictions on TPLF hardliners, warning rising tensions could reignite conflict and unravel the post-war settlement in northern Ethiopia. Forced Conscription Claims: Rights groups and witnesses allege forced recruitment is returning in Tigray, with young men detained and sent to training camps as both sides accuse each other of preparing offensives. Prisoner Transfer Deal: Nigeria’s government says the Ethiopia transfer of sentenced persons agreement is part of President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” citizen diplomacy, and it denies a viral list of 136 inmates, saying the deal covers 98 Nigerians from two Ethiopian prisons. Humanitarian Fallout in Akobo: MSF reports displaced residents are returning to Akobo after fighting, but healthcare services have collapsed after facilities were looted, with severe food insecurity and worsening water and sanitation. Ethiopian Airlines Fleet Update: De Havilland delivered Ethiopian Airlines’ first Twin Otter Classic 300-G, aimed at serving remote areas and supporting tourism and essential services. Cashless Push: Arifpay says it has acquired four firms and processed 156.9 billion Birr in digital payments over four years, reinforcing Ethiopia’s financial inclusion drive. Ebola Response Watch: Africa CDC warns that despite improvements, operational gaps—like limited contact tracing, insecurity and funding shortfalls—are undermining Ebola preparedness as deaths in DRC and Uganda pass 200.