US-Iran De-escalation: The UK welcomed the US-Iran agreement, praising Qatar’s mediation and urging leaders to seize the moment for a long-term settlement. GCC Security Coordination: Qatar joined the GCC technical team meeting on security media awareness, adopting recommendations to boost cross-border coordination. US-Qatar Partnership Funding: The US Embassy in Doha launched a $200,000 Freedom250 grants call to back technology, economic and security cooperation, with projects starting Sept. 15. Regional Business Relief: Oman announced a facilitative economic package to cushion geopolitical shocks, including capped electricity tariffs for food-security sites and support for maritime food imports. Qatar Tourism Push: Qatar Tourism opened registration for a tour guide training programme to build licensed guides and improve visitor experiences. World Cup Spotlight (Saudi-Uruguay): Saudi Arabia and Uruguay drew 1-1 in Group H after Abdulelah Al Amri’s opener was cancelled by Maxi Araujo’s late equaliser, leaving the group wide open. UAE Energy/Trade: The UAE sent another crude oil shipment to Bangladesh, as imports resume after earlier Strait of Hormuz disruption fears. Oman Environment: Qatar reiterated its desertification strategy, aiming to rehabilitate degraded habitats and expand protected areas by 2030.