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US-Iran Maritime Escalation: The US says it struck three Iranian oil tankers after Iran’s IRGC fired ballistic missiles at a US aircraft carrier and destroyer; CENTCOM claims two tankers were “permanently disabled” near Kharg Island and Jask, while an unladen tanker in the Gulf of Oman was destroyed, warning it could “destroy Iran’s limited and exposed oil fleet” if attacks continue. Iran’s Counter-Narrative: Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes as a “war crime,” citing UN Charter violations and warning of consequences, while Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya command warned of “more severe and extensive” blows to US warships if the US keeps harassing Iranian ships or maintaining a naval blockade. Regional Shipping Disruption: UKMTO reported several merchant vessels in the northern Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman were subjected to “disabling fire,” urging mariners to stay alert as the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint. Oman Economic & Energy Signals: Oman’s Al Mazunah Free Zone said it localized four projects in H1 2026, lifting cumulative investment to RO141m, and Oman continues hydrogen and green-mobility momentum via deals and partnerships. Sports Governance: ICC chairman Jay Shah visited Oman Cricket, urging upgrades to permanent infrastructure so Oman can host major international fixtures.

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