US Policy & Energy Sanctions: A US Senate bill backed by 60+ lawmakers proposes 100% tariffs on top Russian oil buyers—including India, China, Slovakia, Hungary and Azerbaijan—while exempting some European gas importers that cut Russian supply, aiming to reduce funding for Russia’s war. Urban Health & Services: Azerbaijan is rolling out New Urban Agenda principles across liberated territories, with “Build Back Better” plans covering housing plus education, healthcare and infrastructure; master plans cover most cities and towns, and tens of thousands of residents are already living and working there. Mine Safety & Public Health: ANAMA says 287,385 hectares have been cleared in liberated areas, with hundreds of thousands of mines and unexploded ordnance detected and neutralized, supporting safer access to communities and health facilities. Cross-Border Medical Access Concern: Armenian POW Ludwig Mkrtchyan’s family and lawyer allege severe heart and inflammation problems and continued medical neglect in Azerbaijani detention, while authorities reportedly describe his condition as “stable.” Regional Health Workforce Opportunity: WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including eligible applicants from African countries, offering placements across HQ, regional and country offices. Reproductive Health Milestone: A widely shared report highlights a 63-year-old woman giving birth after fertility treatment, underscoring advances in assisted reproductive medicine. Sports Air-Quality Risk: Wildfire smoke in North America may force postponements of major matches, with health concerns raised for players and fans.