Aviation Fuel Crunch: IATA says SAF output will hit about 2.4 million tonnes in 2026—just 0.8% of aviation fuel use—despite a $4.3B cost to airlines, urging faster government and industry action to expand renewable supply, feedstocks, and open fuel infrastructure. Middle East Shipping Shock: With the Strait of Hormuz still under strain, global freight and energy costs are rising; Drewry’s container index jumped sharply, citing tighter capacity and corridor disruption. Airline Industry Pressure: At IATA’s Rio summit, executives warn Iran-linked fuel shocks and airspace disruptions are forcing airlines to juggle higher fares with reduced capacity, while aircraft delivery delays keep older planes flying longer. Regional Security & Ports: Taiwan deployed coast guard vessels after China’s “law enforcement” operation near the island, while Greece arrested a suspected Hamas-linked man in Crete tied to a cruise-ship attack plot. Logistics & Trade: World Container Index levels are near last year’s peak as shippers front-load demand. Infrastructure Push: India unveiled a Delhi–Siliguri bullet train plan targeting a six-hour trip, and West Bengal received a major rail funding allocation. Maritime Cooperation: Philippine Navy and Coast Guard joined multinational drills at RIMPAC to test communications and coordination for disaster response and law enforcement.