Culture & Diplomacy: Mauritania’s Minister of Culture, Youth, Sports and Parliament Relations, Mohamed Ould Soueidat, heads to Saudi Arabia for the 22nd Arab Radio and TV Festival in Riyadh, while he will also oversee a Mauritanian cultural village opening in Tunisia during the Francophonie Summit. Heritage Spotlight: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani inaugurated Ouadane’s new “Heritage City” as part of the Madaen al-Turath festival, featuring Neyfara flute, Tabl drum performances, and traditional songs and dances. Power & Community Life: Morocco and Senegal sent technical teams to help restore electricity in Nouakchott after two fires hit transformer stations in Toujounine and Tevragh Zeina, with SOMELEC reporting gradual returns and alternative supply measures. Film & Festivals: The VII International Lendoc Film Festival (LEFF) wrapped up in St. Petersburg, with Mauritania among participating countries and awards going to films from Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Iran/Tajikistan, Uzbekistan/Belarus, and more. Sports (Local Angle): Mauritanian winger Djeidi Gassama is reportedly in demand after bids from Serie A clubs for Rangers, highlighting his rising profile. Migration Human Story: Mauritania’s coast guard rescued 161 migrants from a boat departing Banjul, including 17 minors, and transferred them to a Nouakchott reception centre.