Kenyan political figure Oparanya convened leaders from the Western region in Kisumu to rally support for President Ruto's re-election bid. According to Capital FM, Oparanya said the leaders had completed their first session and would hold a second session before issuing a comprehensive resolution on their position. The meeting signals early political mobilisation in the Western Kenya region ahead of the next general election, with regional leaders aligning behind the incumbent president's campaign for a second term.

The Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has pushed back against comments attributed to Datti Baba-Ahmed regarding former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential hopeful Peter Obi. According to Tribune Online, the media group insisted that Obi remains capable of rescuing Nigeria, rejecting suggestions to the contrary. The exchange highlights ongoing debate within opposition political circles ahead of the 2027 general elections, as supporters of the former presidential candidate defend his leadership credentials and political standing.

Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has said that 'democracy demands' other parties cooperate with it following a victory in a state election. According to the BBC, the party is attempting to form a government in the state after falling three seats short of an outright majority. The statement signals an effort by the AfD to pressure mainstream parties, which have generally refused to work with it, into coalition or cooperation talks.

Nicaragua has brought a case against Germany before the International Court of Justice, accusing Berlin of violating the Genocide Convention through its support for Israel during the ongoing military campaign in Gaza. According to Al Jazeera, Nicaragua argues that Germany's political and military backing of Israel makes it complicit in alleged genocide against Palestinians. The case adds to mounting international legal scrutiny of Israel's conduct in Gaza and the role of its Western allies, with the court expected to examine Germany's obligations under the convention.

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been fined for a gesture she made during an Asia Cup match against India, according to Al Jazeera. Sana gestured towards the pavilion after dismissing Indian batter Shafali Verma with a caught-and-bowled dismissal. The incident occurred during the women's Asia Cup fixture between the two sides. The fine was imposed as a disciplinary measure over the send-off gesture directed at Verma following her dismissal.

US threats to penalise countries that trade with Iran could disrupt Spain's supply of saffron, a key ingredient in paella, according to Al Jazeera. Much of the world's saffron is grown in Iran, and potential sanctions enforcement against Iran's trade partners would raise costs and create uncertainty for Spanish importers, chefs and exporters who rely on the spice. The report highlights how geopolitical trade pressure can ripple into everyday food supply chains and culinary traditions.