Western Sahara Talks: UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ latest report says negotiations in 2026 moved into more practical “transitional modalities,” with a possible transitional council discussed in Washington and Madrid, while reaffirming Resolution 2797 and Morocco’s autonomy plan as the basis for talks involving Morocco, Algeria, Polisario and Mauritania. Mauritania Diplomacy: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani held a joint press conference during a Spain visit, stressing EU-Spain-Mauritania strategic partnership and cooperation tied to investment and natural resources. Human Rights & Migration: Mauritania’s Human Rights Commission says a national action plan to combat trafficking in persons (2024-2026) was approved, aiming to punish perpetrators and protect victims with EU/IOM support. Anti-Trafficking Cooperation: An EU-IOM joint mission met Mauritanian officials in Nouakchott to review national systems and victim procedures. Trade & Business: The Mauritanian Chamber of Commerce signed a trade-boosting agreement with Senegal’s counterpart, with a business visit planned. Logistics & Ports: OBT opened in Mauritania to expand shipping, customs clearance and project logistics for Nouakchott and Nouadhibou. Health Aid: Qatar Charity began 250 cataract surgeries in El Ghaire, Moudjeria and Legrane, distributing glasses and medicines. Working Animals: A charity campaign highlights working-animal hardship in Mauritania amid extreme heat, calling for urgent support.