Heat & climate risk: Environmental expert Adel Hentati warns of an exceptional “heat dome”-type pattern affecting Europe, the Mediterranean and North Africa, with unusual conditions persisting into next week, while Tunisia’s National Institute of Meteorology reports clear-to-partly cloudy skies, strong east winds in the south and possible local sandstorms. World Cup heat exposure: An NPR analysis says more than one-third of 2026 World Cup matches face dangerously hot, humid conditions, with Miami’s games flagged as especially risky—raising concerns for players, officials and fans. Tunisia economy & inflation: Tunisia’s Central Bank kept its key interest rate at 7%, citing intensified external inflation pressures and the need for a cautious, price-stability-focused policy. Public projects push: The Prime Minister chaired a restricted ministerial council to accelerate public project delivery, stressing better preparation and stronger environmental and social assessments before implementation. Governance & capacity building: A three-year Italy-backed capacity programme will train senior officials from Tunisia, Kenya, Ethiopia and Ivory Coast to strengthen public administration and support sustainable development. Tourism momentum: UN Tourism data shows Tunisia leading North Africa’s tourism gains, with Tunisia’s tourism revenues up to 2,649 million dinars by end of May. Energy transition debate: A report highlights Europe’s proposed SoutH2 hydrogen corridor linking Algeria and Tunisia to consumers in Italy, Austria and Germany—while noting major energy losses in hydrogen conversion.