Energy Security & Shipping: The US says it destroyed eight Iranian crude carriers in strikes near the Gulf of Oman and Strait of Hormuz, as oil and diesel prices jump and shipping risks keep rising. Regional Military Coordination: CENTCOM hosted senior chiefs from eight countries in Germany, including Kuwait, to discuss security cooperation and keeping Strait of Hormuz shipping moving. Defense Industry Pressure: A Pentagon watchdog report says the Iran war has damaged hundreds of US base structures across the region and triggered ammunition shortfalls plus defense-industry supply bottlenecks. Kuwait Power Performance: Kuwait’s summer 2026 peak electricity load fell to 17,540 MW, down 70 MW year-on-year, credited to conservation and demand-side measures. Health Sector Tenders: CAPT opened bids for three MoH tenders, with 29 firms eligible, covering hospital building works and upgrades including data center improvements. Fire Safety Crackdown: Kuwait Fire Force issued closure notices for 23 facilities and warnings for 201 in Ahmadi industrial areas. Trade & Aviation: UAE-Kuwait trade rose 11.3% to AED 55.5bn, while Kuwait Airways and Emirates expanded their partnership via codeshare. Consumer Co-ops Procurement Rules: Kuwait’s Social Affairs circular tells co-ops to buy only from UCCS-approved suppliers with authorized agencies. Education & Innovation: KFAS launched the new STEAM Bus season with TAMM Bank support.