UN Security Council Counterterror Update: UN monitors say the November 2025 Red Fort attack was “officially attributed” to AQIS, describing a shift to smaller, decentralised cells and warning of possible expansion into Bangladesh. Human Rights in Afghanistan: Human Rights Watch urges the Taliban to release detained UN and NGO staff, warning detentions threaten lifesaving aid and rights work. Afghan Women’s Rights: UN Women reports half of Afghan women leave home only once or twice a month under Taliban restrictions, with UNESCO also flagging millions of girls barred from secondary education. UK Sanctions Signal: The UK is set to announce a ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements, as Lebanon’s PM says Israel’s actions violate international law. Global Governance & Data: Varda Foundation open-sources SoilHive to help governments and researchers share trusted soil data while keeping national ownership. Digital Skills for AI Economy: Tripura (India) and Salesforce partner to train 10,000+ learners by 2027 using Trailhead. Infrastructure & Power: Central African Republic’s Sakaï 50MW solar-plus-15MWh storage project is complete, aimed at expanding electricity access for hundreds of thousands of households. Transport Milestone: Incheon Airport overtakes Heathrow to become the world’s busiest for international passengers in the first half of 2026.