Regional Security: IGAD’s Council of Ministers met in Djibouti to review peace and security across the Horn, with special focus on the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb, plus developments in Somalia and South Sudan. Humanitarian Crisis: Renewed Yemen fighting has pushed thousands of people into Djibouti, with arrivals reported in the thousands over 48 hours and Obock facing mounting pressure on services. Somalia–Turkey Ties: Somalis in Baidoa rallied in support of Türkiye’s role in Somalia, after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud praised Turkish backing for Gorgor troops returning from training. Migration & Deportations: Turkey deported 50 Somali youths to Mogadishu, while nearly 300 others reportedly remain in Istanbul awaiting possible expulsion. Diplomacy: Mogadishu and Djibouti City signed an MoU to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, culture, and economic development. US–Somalia: President Trump nominated Devin Kennington as the next U.S. ambassador to Somalia, aiming to fill a post vacant since late 2025. Sports & Politics: Somalia asked Ghana to allow Accra Sports Stadium as a home venue for AFCON 2027 qualifiers after CAF cleared the stadium for international matches. Local Youth: Banaadir Districts Football Tournament is set to kick off Nov. 15 in Mogadishu, with new districts joining.