Strait of Hormuz Fees: Iran says it will introduce new service fees for ships after a 60-day US-free period, calling them security and environmental charges, while promising “special treatment” for friendly states and working with Oman on a new framework. Oman-France-UK Maritime Security: France and the UK are coordinating with Oman to keep navigation safe, with mine countermeasure assets staying ready even as Iran warns against “extra-regional” military activity in the strait. US-Iran Talks in Flux: Indirect US-Iran negotiations are gaining momentum but remain unresolved, with a fresh technical round expected around July 11 and frozen funds, nuclear steps, and regional security still on the agenda. Omani Recognition Abroad: An Omani transport risk professional, Juhaina bint Said Al Shamsiyah, won the John Bennett Outstanding Young Professional Award 2026 in London. Oman Business & Markets: Muscat Stock Exchange rebounded after a four-week slide, helped by renewed liquidity and expectations for first-half results. Food Security Planning: Oman joined GCC discussions on strengthening food security, including a study for strategic storage zones for food and essential supplies. Energy & Industry Finance: A report highlights a fast-growing Mena clean-industry pipeline, with financing momentum doubling as projects target fuels, fertilisers, steel and aluminium. Diplomatic Outreach: India’s EAM S. Jaishankar begins a Gulf tour including Oman, then heads to New York and Brussels for UN and India-EU trade talks.