Africa Day in Asmara: Eritrea marked the 63rd anniversary on 13 June at Asmara Palace Hotel, with Foreign Minister Osman Saleh linking the AU theme on water and sanitation to Eritrea’s own “saving every drop” efforts and dam/reservoir building. Red Sea diplomacy: Reports say President Isaias Afwerki’s Cairo visit followed a maritime cooperation push, with Egypt and Eritrea reiterating that Red Sea security is the job of littoral states—while Ethiopia voices concern that Asmara-Cairo coordination could block its sea-access ambitions. Horn security tensions: Ethiopia renewed accusations that Eritrea is moving closer to TPLF and Al-Shabaab, as analysts warn of a widening nexus that could destabilize the region and complicate the Pretoria cessation framework. Eritrea and international forums: Separate coverage notes Eritrea’s participation in Eastern Africa regional technical advisory work, alongside broader diplomatic engagement. Humanitarian and rights angle: A study highlights how conflict tactics that directly target children can sharply reduce school attendance—citing Eritrea among countries where over half of primary-age children are out of school. Health campaign: World Blood Donor Day was observed nationally in Asmara, with officials citing rising voluntary donations and women’s participation.