Hunger Crisis Warning: UN food agencies say acute hunger will worsen June–November 2026 across 13 hotspots, with Sudan and South Sudan among the gravest risks as conflict, funding cuts and El Niño-linked climate shocks push millions closer to famine. Political Reform Pressure: The UK warns South Sudan’s leaders that “status quo is not an option,” saying any further election-transition extension without real progress won’t solve political and security problems. Elections Oversight: The Political Parties Council endorses an Election Code of Conduct and approves deployment of coordinators to strengthen electoral oversight nationwide. Logistics & Trade: South Sudan will host the Global Logistics Convention in August in Juba, aiming to attract investors and improve cross-border trade corridors. Peace Process Support: IGAD reaffirms backing for South Sudan’s peace implementation and election preparations after meetings with President Salva Kiir. Child Protection in Conflict: A UN report flags a record number of child violations in conflict, with government forces listed as main perpetrators for the first time. Local Incident: Police in Aweil North detain a husband after investigating a woman’s suspected suicide following a domestic dispute. Online Safety: An advocate urges social media vigilance on the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, warning against forwarding divisive messages.