Afreximbank Push for Djibouti Infrastructure: Afreximbank says it will finance the second phase of Djibouti’s Damerjog jetty and pipeline/storage push, adding about US$130m, plus a US$150m facility for industrial roads—framed as a boost to East African trade and energy logistics. Ethiopia–Djibouti Fuel Corridor Under Strain: As renewed fighting spreads in northern Ethiopia, Djibouti urged de-escalation, warning the conflict threatens regional stability and integration; analysts also note Ethiopia’s heavy reliance on the Djibouti corridor as Red Sea risk rises. Ethiopia Conflict Escalation: Ethiopian government forces and allied fighters claim they took Alamata in southern Tigray, while Addis accuses Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of backing opposition groups—claims rejected by the accused. Red Sea War-Risk Costs Jump: War-risk insurance for Saudi-linked tankers calling at Red Sea ports has surged, with premiums rising sharply after Bab el-Mandeb security concerns. Yemen Health System Near Collapse: WHO warns Yemen’s health services are nearing a “breaking point,” citing thousands of casualties and displacement, with over 3,600 Yemenis crossing into Djibouti since Sept. 10. U.S. Deportations Legal Update (Djibouti Link): The Supreme Court fast-tracked Trump’s third-country deportation fight; last year, rights groups said some migrants were held in Djibouti. China–Laos Military Training Opens: China launched a joint support and aviation training center in Laos, while also operating a logistics base in Djibouti.