Guinea Opposition Pushback: Forces Vives of Guinea and allied opposition/civil society groups denounced President Mamadi Doumbouya’s “dictatorship,” accusing his rule of repression, killings, disappearances, torture, and media curbs, after he left the country for a holiday. Constitutional Politics in the Region: Guinea’s political debate echoes wider constitutional stress in West Africa, as regional voices argue term-limit discussions should focus on constitutional stability—not personal ambitions. ECOWAS–AES Security Drive: Nigeria’s Defence Minister General Christopher Musa urged ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States to form a unified security front against terrorism and cross-border crime, including stronger Gulf of Guinea maritime security. Russia–Togo Military Logistics: A regional security analysis says Russia has operationalized a growing partnership with Togo, shipping military equipment via Lomé toward Mali—raising stakes for West African stability. EU Migration Fallout (Ceuta): Coverage of Spain’s Ceuta surge highlights political pressure for harsher migration enforcement after mass crossings and deaths, with social media misinformation also fueling tensions. Transnational Crime Watch: Reports on major cocaine seizures and alleged trafficking networks underscore how West Africa’s coast and borders remain vulnerable to international drug routes.