Grenada’s Oil & Gas Fallout: PM Dickon Mitchell says the government has ended its contract with Russian-linked Global Petroleum Group, citing missed work, missing monthly expenditure reports, and lack of funds—while the company disputes the claims. CBI Under EU Pressure: Grenada passed the Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Bill 2026, placing oversight with the Eastern Caribbean CBI regulator ECCIRA as the EU warns five islands to phase out schemes or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. Heritage vs Demolition: The Grenada National Trust’s fight to stop demolition of the Drill Yard has drawn international support, with a Puerto Rico-based heritage group urging an interim court injunction and offering technical preservation help. US Diplomatic Reshuffle: Washington plans to close its embassy in St. George’s and other overseas posts, part of a cost-cutting move that could affect services and business links. Local Governance & Courts: Former AG Jimmy Bristol won a major legal victory after a Court of Appeal appointment was ruled unconstitutional, creating a vacancy. Education Support: The Ministry of Education begins distributing QR code vouchers for the School Supplies and Uniform Assistance Programme. Health Services Continuity: St. Andrew’s psychiatric outpatient clinic is temporarily relocated during refurbishment at Grand Bras Health Centre. Hospitality Spotlight: Spice Island Beach Resort president Janelle Hopkin received a NABHOOD Trailblazer Award. Fintech in the Region: Finovate Global Caribbean highlights digital banking upgrades, including Belize Bank’s partnership with Backbase.