Seychelles–Mauritius Aviation Dispute: Mauritius refused landing approval for an Air Seychelles flight from Israel, forcing Spirit World Productions to cancel the Saturday trip, with the operator saying the decision was driven by “political considerations” and apologising to affected Israeli passengers. UN Debt Pressure: African leaders at the UN General Assembly warned that debt repayments and high borrowing costs are draining money from hospitals, schools and climate action, with Kenya’s William Ruto citing record global public debt and South Africa’s Ronald Lamola calling for fairer systems. UN Security Council Reform: Seychelles and other African states urged UN Security Council changes, including at least two permanent seats for Africa, alongside broader reform of global financial decision-making. Seychelles Clean-up Drive: Seychelles marked World Clean-up Day with a community beach and public-space clean-up, continuing the Cleanup Marathon with partners including Wastea and the Seychelles–Russia Friendship Association. Crypto Shock Hits Seychelles-based Bitget: Bitget, headquartered in Seychelles, suspended customer withdrawals after a reported ~$351.6m hack, saying user funds are safe and the loss is covered by its own funds while technical repairs continue. Russian Navy Visits Victoria: Baltic Fleet training ship Perekop arrived in Victoria for the first time for a business call, with protocol, cultural and sporting events and visits linked to naval cadets’ training. Tourism Diplomacy Angle: President Patrick Herminie told the UN Seychelles is “a friend to all, and an enemy to none,” framing non-alignment as an active choice for peace.