Oil Spill in Hormuz: A reported oil slick up to 400 sq km has formed in the eastern Strait of Hormuz after U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers, raising fears of pollution reaching Iran’s Rud-e Gaz and Rud-e Khara wetlands. Maritime Security Shift: The U.S. has tightened protection for commercial shipping in Hormuz, moving from broad overnight coverage to two recommended daily transit windows, with traffic still far below pre-war levels. Oman’s Net-Zero Push: Oman unveiled a net-zero strategy targeting a 33% emissions cut by 2035 and net-zero by mid-century, with plans for solar, wind, storage and green hydrogen. Critical Infrastructure in Salalah: Salalah hosted the 5th Critical Infrastructure Security and Safety Symposium with 350 participants and 36 papers, focusing on resilience, cybersecurity and risk management. OIA Innovation Deal: Oman Investment Authority will take 25% in the Templewater Innovation Fund, with half of the fund’s capital invested in Oman to back tech and future sectors. Consumer Protection Update: Oman’s CPA returned over RO48,000 to consumers via settlements and seized thousands of non-compliant products, while also running awareness on plastic bag bans. Dhofar Tourism Numbers: Khareef 2026 brought 1.116 million visitors to Dhofar (up 8.6%), with land travel still a major route. Exports to Russia: Oman will take part in WorldFood Moscow 2026 with 16 companies to expand non-oil exports and halal food trade.