Elon Musk said SpaceX has not committed to a long-term lease of Colossus, although that remains possible. The agreement is for a 180-day lease; thereafter either party may terminate the contract with 90 days' advance notice.

On the 27th the Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe issued a consular reminder saying that, owing to a recent series of robberies against Chinese nationals in Zimbabwe — including roadblock robberies and residential break‑ins — Chinese-funded enterprises, institutions and citizens in Zimbabwe should increase risk awareness and bolster security precautions. The embassy said Chinese citizens should closely monitor local public‑security developments and promptly follow safety notices from the embassy, overseas Chinese organizations, trade associations and the Zimbabwean government; if facing danger, they should prioritize personal safety. The embassy urged relevant enterprises and institutions to improve on‑site security measures, strengthen employee safety education and reminders, and enhance daily management and supervision of security personnel; to operate in accordance with law and compliance requirements, respect local religions and customs, handle disputes lawfully, and properly safeguard workers’ legal rights.

Market sources: EU member states do not plan further gas-market interventions.