AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Escalation: The US carried out another round of strikes on Iran late Wednesday and early Thursday after Trump said the ceasefire was “over,” with explosions reported across Iranian port cities including Bandar Abbas, Sirik and Bushehr; Iran retaliated by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar, while US officials said the aim was to curb Tehran’s ability to threaten navigation. Shipping Disruption: Reports say Hormuz traffic fell to near standstill, with some tankers turning back and a Qatari LNG vessel stuck off Oman awaiting salvage after a projectile strike. Oman in the Mix: Commentary and coverage highlight Oman’s role as a key maritime corridor and mediator, as well as the risk of tolls and route control reshaping regional trade. Local Watch: Dhofar Municipality took over completion of the long-delayed Sahl Hamran housing project in Salalah, with work on the remaining 240 units set to restart soon. Aviation & Tech: Oman’s DroneX summer programme trains Grades 9–11 in drone operations, maintenance and FPV design with WingTech, while Oman Air continues Khareef expansion with new Bahrain charter services.
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