Indian Ocean Politics & Security: EU chief Kaja Kallas warned that Ukrainian deep drone strikes on Saint Petersburg show “panic” in Moscow, as Brussels pushes a package aimed at hitting Russia’s war-financing capacity while boosting support for Kyiv. French Law & Colonial Reckoning: France’s National Assembly voted unanimously to repeal the Code Noir, the 1685 slavery-era decree that treated enslaved people as “movable property”; the bill now heads to the Senate, with many calling it a symbolic step that still leaves justice and reparations unresolved. Local Governance & Elections (France): A Reuters report on Sarcelles highlights how a hard-left-backed independent mayoral win reflects shifting politics ahead of next year’s presidential contest, with younger voters mobilized via social media. Regional Sports (Réunion in the mix): The Africa Region IV Men Team Championship in Mauritius includes Reunion Island among participating nations, with the tournament running June 2–6. International Diplomacy & Culture: A new international dance festival in Namibia will bring performers from South Africa and Réunion, supported by France and framed as strengthening ties between Namibia and Reunion. Global Business (Tourism): The Lux Collective announced its first Rwanda entry via a multi-property ultra-luxury tourism circuit partnership, emphasizing ESG and community impact.