Oil & Gas Contract Fallout (Grenada): Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell says the Keith Mitchell-era deal with Russian firm Global Petroleum Group (GPG) is over, citing missed work, no proper development plan, and failure to submit monthly spending reports—while critics also point to unresolved fraud allegations tied to missing funds. Volcanic Watch (Martinique): Mount Pelée is under heightened monitoring after a surge to 124 volcanic earthquakes in a week and 331 in July, with ground swelling; the observatory keeps the alert at YELLOW and says short-term eruption probability remains low. Air Connectivity (French Caribbean): Air France adds a new Pointe-à-Pitre–Panama City route from Dec. 11, 2026 (twice weekly), timed for connections from Fort-de-France and Cayenne. Health Cooperation (Regional): Montserrat advances talks with Martinique to secure emergency medical evacuations and specialist care, including access to CHUM services. Land & Water Resilience (Petite Martinique): A 3-year sustainable land and soil management project begins in Petite Martinique, aiming to restore degraded areas and improve drought resilience for 400 people, with UNEP and the Global Environment Facility funding. Tourism & Travel (Martinique): A new “French Riviera of the Caribbean” sailing push highlights Martinique’s moorings and marine services for charter and yacht visitors. US Diplomatic Move (Grenada): The US notifies Congress of plans to close its embassy in Grenada as part of a broader overseas footprint reduction.