Middle East Shipping Crisis: The UAE condemned Iranian cruise-missile attacks on its tankers Mombasa and Al Bahiyah in the Strait of Hormuz, saying one Indian crew member died and eight others were injured, calling it a violation of UN rules and freedom of navigation. Diplomatic Fallout: India summoned Iran’s deputy envoy in New Delhi to lodge a strong protest and demanded attacks on commercial vessels stop, as the US and Iran trade strikes and oil prices react. Digital Finance: Kenya’s Central Bank licensed 25 more digital credit providers, bringing the total to 252, with digital loans hitting about Ksh 150.5B as of May 2026. Education & Safety: PCEA Mai a Ihii Booth High School in Kikuyu was closed indefinitely after the principal and BOM chair were arrested over alleged sexual harassment of students. Public Health & Drugs: Health PS Mary Muthoni warned schools to inspect learners for drugs hidden in pens and perfumes. Elections Risk: The Kofi Annan Foundation flagged Kenya as a high-risk 2027 election violence environment, estimating an 84.1% chance of electoral violence. Weather Threat: El Niño forecasts raise fears of floods, disease and food insecurity across East Africa, including Kenya.