Humanitarian pressure in Somalia: Pope Leo XIV urged international solidarity as violence and extreme weather worsen conditions for women and children, noting UN aid cuts and calling for more assistance. Climate and health preparedness: South West State stepped up El Niño preparations in Baidoa, with plans to stock food and medical supplies and coordinate with humanitarian partners to reduce flood risks. Aid logistics at risk: The US agreed to give the UN another year to wind down support for African Union peacekeepers in Somalia, extending a drawdown starting January 2027; the UN logistics role includes food, water, fuel, medical services, and troop transport. Security and health access link: Somalia’s defense minister said Somali forces can resist al-Shabab even if AUSSOM withdraws, but uncertainty remains over mission funding and what it means for stability and services. Local health impact from conflict: A former Somali prison chief recounted a reported drone strike on his Doolow residence and said injured people were taken to the district hospital for treatment.