BRICS Justice Diplomacy: India’s CJI Surya Kant opened the BRICS Chief Justices’ Forum in New Delhi, pushing for stronger judicial cooperation, mediation/arbitration for commercial disputes, and faster courts to boost investor confidence, with bilateral meetings covering Russia, China, Egypt, Ethiopia and others. Ethiopia–U.S. Security & Trade: Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos met U.S. Assistant Secretary Frank Garcia, discussing expanded trade and investment ties plus regional peace and security, building on a May structured dialogue. Port Digitalization: Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics launched a digital customer self-service platform for cargo tracking, booking, demurrage management, digital payments and AI chat support, aiming to cut paper-based procedures. Nile Mediation Offer: Italy’s FM Antonio Tajani said Rome is ready to facilitate dialogue between Egypt and Ethiopia on Nile waters if both sides agree, citing Italy’s ties to both and its GERD involvement. Tigray Peace Under Strain: A new analysis revisits the Pretoria Agreement’s unresolved disputes, arguing the TPLF has since repositioned politically and organizationally while retaining leverage. Livestock Exports Push: Ethiopia reported livestock export earnings rising to $128.3m, with targets to scale abattoir capacity and reach $1bn through supply-chain fixes. Regional Violence Watch: East Wollega accounts claim dozens killed and churches burned in clashes tied to Abiy-allied forces, with figures still disputed.