Mauritania’s Media Rights Under Pressure: A Nouakchott court has upheld a five-year prison sentence for journalist and activist “Warda” (Maimouna Mint Ahmed Souleimane), with three years effective, citing social media posts—highlighting tighter restrictions on freedom of expression. Energy & Minerals Recognition: In New York during UNGA week, Mauritania’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum Mohamed Ould Khaled received an African Leadership Excellence Award for energy leadership and resource governance. Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum signed an agreement with CWP Global to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, with final investment decision targeted before 2030. Water Security at UNGA: Saudi Arabia and Senegal, with the Global Water Organization, convened a high-level UNGA dialogue calling for stronger collective action on water security. Regional Diplomacy: Mauritania’s foreign affairs minister held talks in New York with the EU commissioner for international partnerships and with the UN Alliance of Civilizations. AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Mauritania opened the qualifiers with a 3-1 win over the Central African Republic, while the wider campaign continues across the continent. Weather Watch: A tropical depression forming near the Cabo Verde Islands could bring gusty winds and heavy rain, with flash-flood risk extending to parts of western Africa including southwest Mauritania.