Qatar Air Safety: Qatar says its armed forces intercepted Iranian attacks over Doha; a child was injured by falling shrapnel after interception operations, with Civil Defence and security teams responding and urging residents to rely only on official updates. Emergency Care in Focus: A new Qatar Medical Journal review highlights how Qatar built a more cohesive emergency medicine system through infrastructure investment, residency training, interprofessional education and subspecialty development across a centralised national network. Regional Health Risks: As US-Iran strikes expand, Iran reports dozens killed and hundreds injured, while Kuwait says a power and water desalination plant was hit—raising concerns for drinking water and heat-related health impacts. Strait of Hormuz Tensions: The Strait is again described as effectively closed amid renewed attacks on shipping and infrastructure, with US and Iran trading strikes for a seventh night and travel warnings issued to Americans. Wellness & Travel Health: A long-flight health guide warns that prolonged immobility can raise DVT risk and stresses simple onboard movement strategies to reduce clot and recovery problems. Sports & Public Health Angle: FIFA World Cup beer sales are booming in the US, but global alcohol trends remain pressured by health-driven cutbacks and rising demand for “wellness” drinks. Sanctions Watch: FIFA’s World Cup payments to Russian clubs tied to sanctioned entities raise the risk of legal scrutiny under international sanctions.