Strait of Hormuz Tensions: The UN’s IMO paused its Strait of Hormuz ship evacuation plan after a vessel was hit off Oman, while Iran and Oman kept trading positions on future management and maritime services—both sides stressing navigation must stay free of tolls. GCC-US Alignment: In Bahrain, GCC foreign ministers with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backed the US-Iran MoU but said any future arrangements must protect GCC security and reject fees or control over international waters. Humanitarian Relief: UAE medics on the floating hospital in Egypt carried out four more complex surgeries for Gaza patients under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. Qatar Airways & Trade: Qatar Airways resumes flights to Canberra from December, and Qatar’s QSE ended a volatile week down 2.18% as investors awaited Q2 earnings. Energy Watch: Saudi Aramco restarted oil loading at Ras Tanura as Hormuz shipments resumed, even as an attack near Oman kept maritime risk in focus. Yemen Press Freedom: A Yemeni journalist for Al Arabiya/Al Hadath was killed in a car bombing in Mukalla; authorities launched an investigation. Saudi Security: Saudi authorities seized 1.4 million amphetamine pills hidden in industrial machinery, arresting four suspects.