AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Diplomacy: Iran and Oman are nearing a temporary shipping arrangement to reopen the Strait, with reports saying Tehran would control inbound traffic while Oman clears outbound vessels after notifying Iran, raising fears of a major shift in who effectively governs the world’s key chokepoint. US-Iran Talks Clash: Qatar says US-Iran mediation is ongoing with draft language being exchanged, while Iran insists talks are only with Oman; Trump meanwhile calls the negotiations Iran’s “last chance” before escalation. Maritime Security Incident: A Liberia-flagged bulk carrier near Oman was hit by an unknown projectile; the crew abandoned ship and one seafarer is missing as fire broke out in the engine room and accommodation area. Oman Domestic: Oman’s electricity generation rose 5.7% in Jan–Jun 2026, reaching 26,075.3 GWh, with Muscat and Al Dakhiliyah showing the biggest jumps. Road Safety: One person died and four were injured in a crash in Bidbid after a vehicle overturned.
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