US-Iran Deal & Hormuz: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE welcomed a US-Iran MoU aimed at ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with Britain also urging full implementation to restore freedom of navigation and ease economic pressure. Maritime Security: A container vessel was fired upon off Yemen, prompting UKMTO warnings to ships to transit with caution and report suspicious activity. Kuwait Rules Tighten: Kuwait warned against subleasing chalets and said violations can trigger licence cancellation and eviction; it also moved to offer 15-year residency to select foreign investors under high investment thresholds. Bahrain Investment & AI: Bahrain issued new laws to protect investments and backed digital transformation via participation in China Media Group’s AI forum. Qatar World Cup Momentum: Qatar’s coach praised discipline after the team earned its first-ever World Cup point with a late draw vs Switzerland, while Saudi coach Georgios Donis said the squad is ready for its opener vs Uruguay in Miami. Oman Travel Boost: Oman’s civil aviation authority outlined Khareef Dhofar 2026 capacity plans, adding flights on the Muscat–Salalah route. Oman Maritime Incident: An Indian sailor died aboard a tanker at Duqm Port amid claims of delayed evacuation, with the embassy coordinating repatriation.