Strait of Hormuz Fallout: The US and Iran kept escalating, with strikes hitting bridges, rail lines and port infrastructure, while Iran warned it would treat regional civilian infrastructure as legitimate targets—raising direct health risks via damaged water and power systems. Public Health Under Fire: Iran says a US strike destroyed a desalination plant, cutting drinking water to about 10,000 people across 20 villages, as air-raid alerts spread across the Gulf. Gaza Aid Squeezed: Reports say Hamas smugglers are using aid convoys to tighten control, while raids and looting at food distribution points make getting essentials more dangerous for civilians. Health & Work Pressures in the Gulf: In Dubai, the US-Iran war slowdown is hitting tourism and hospitality, with Indian expats among those facing job losses and pay cuts. Gulf Business Strain: Saudi banks reportedly delayed or blocked payments to UAE accounts amid the Riyadh–Abu Dhabi rift, adding uncertainty for healthcare-linked businesses. Debt Relief for Children: Bangladesh’s finance adviser Dr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir urged UN-led debt restructuring to protect spending on children, women, education, health and social protection. Care on the Ground: UNICEF chief Catherine Russell visited Nigeria’s Sokoto to highlight child health and malnutrition treatment amid conflict and rising food insecurity. Digital Safety for Kids: YouTube launched supervised kid accounts across MENA with parental controls and age-appropriate settings.