Oman Climate & Land: Oman’s Environment Authority kicked off a National Strategy to Combat Desertification 2040 workshop, aligning with UNCCD and Vision 2040 to tackle land degradation and protect soil, water and vegetation. Heat Stress Watch: NCSI data shows Oman’s highest average maximum temperature in three years (34.1°C in 2025), alongside lower humidity and shifting rainfall patterns. Cleaner Transport Push: Oman’s EV drive is accelerating, with EV registrations topping 5,900 in H1 2026 as charging, electric logistics pilots and green port plans move ahead. Biodiversity Spotlight: Satellite tracking maps Arabian Sea humpback whales’ restricted home range off Oman, challenging assumptions about migration. Water & Food Security Science: A study involving Sultan Qaboos University and Oman’s Environment Authority improves how DNA-bound phosphorus in soils is measured, aiming to support future food production. Regional Energy Risk (Hormuz): PM Sheikh Mohammed said the US-Iran MoU sets a negotiation track to end the war; meanwhile, shipping and insurance uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz continues to jolt markets and tanker rates. Tourism & Nature in Dhofar: “Salalah Eye” nears operation as Khareef season begins, while Dhofar’s baobabs remain a rare natural draw. Transport & Growth: Oman’s transport and storage sector added RO 2.3bn to GDP in 2025 as port cargo and container volumes rose.