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Last update: 11 hours agoHormuz Negotiations Heat Up: Trump says a US-Iran peace deal is “largely negotiated” and claims the Strait of Hormuz will reopen, but Tehran immediately pushes back, keeping the two biggest sticking points—enriched uranium and control of Hormuz—front and center. Gulf Pushback on Iran’s Control Plan: The UAE and Kuwait (with Bahrain, Qatar and Saudi Arabia) reject Iran’s “Persian Gulf Strait Authority” and its alternative transit route, warning it violates sovereignty and undermines IMO rules. Kuwait’s Trade Resilience Moves: Dubai and Kuwait are stepping up maritime transport and customs cooperation to keep trade flows steady amid route disruptions. Local Enforcement: Kuwait Municipality issued 120 citations in Jahra for unauthorized road occupancy outside shops. Energy & Utilities: Kuwait’s electricity ministry schedules 12 hours of water-network maintenance on Al-Abdali Road, reducing flow at several stations. Finance Watch: S&P affirms Kuwait’s AA- rating with stable outlook, citing buffers against regional shocks. NBK Sustainability: NBK says it exceeded its interim carbon emissions reduction target ahead of schedule. Markets: Gold prices across the Gulf held steady on May 24 as buyers stay focused on volatility and rate expectations.
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