Jerusalem Embassy Fallout: Naoero (Nauru) has officially opened its embassy in Jerusalem, joining Fiji and Papua New Guinea, with Israel’s FM Gideon Sa’ar praising “unwavering” ties and promising medical and water equipment—while the Arab League and Jordan’s foreign ministry condemned the move as illegal under UN resolutions and urged reversal. Australia–Naoero Deportation Deal Scrutiny: An Australian senator says the release of terms for the NZYQ deportation arrangement to Naoero raises more questions than it answers, pointing to secrecy and a second memorandum over finances. Australia–Pacific Security Push: Australia is reportedly finalising an “in-principle” security treaty with the Solomon Islands, with leaked messaging suggesting nearly $1b in extra aid, including free education and electorate-linked grants. Pacific Islands Forum in Palau: The PIF leaders’ meeting drew heavy geopolitics—especially China–Taiwan tensions and “wolf warrior” pressure—while attendance gaps left “empty chairs” as a visible test of regional unity. Mobility & Climate Policy: Coverage highlights how Australia’s bilateral mobility agreements are expanding alongside the 2023 Pacific climate mobility framework, including Naoero’s December 2024 deal. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: A renewed argument over the Clarion-Clipperton Zone pits ecosystem and carbon-sequestration concerns against fast-tracked exploration rules.