US-Iran Diplomacy for Hormuz: Qatar’s emir Sheikh Tamim spoke with US President Donald Trump as mediators push a short-term Strait of Hormuz shipping deal, with reports saying a 60-day framework could be announced soon; the aim is to normalize energy and industrial trade flows after disruption fears. Kuwait Energy & Shipping Pressure: With Hormuz risk still hanging over exports, Kuwait’s oil plans face financing strain; KPC is moving to expand reservoir development while also pursuing a sale-and-leaseback approach for part of its pipeline network to fund growth. Solar for Souk Sharq: Apeco signed an EPC and 15-year O&M deal for an 8.77MW rooftop and carport solar system at Kuwait’s Souk Sharq, supporting New Kuwait Vision 2035 renewable targets. Alternative Gulf Export Routes: Türkiye is discussing expanded Iraq-to-Ceyhan oil and gas routes to reduce reliance on Hormuz, potentially opening more capacity for Gulf producers including Kuwait. Regional Security Spillover: Iran says it foiled a planned US ground assault and warns against a “second corridor” through Hormuz, while shipping incidents in the Red Sea continue to raise insurance and logistics costs for regional trade. Cyber & Business Continuity: A Mena threat report says DDoS attacks surged region-wide, with politically driven hacktivists driving most incidents—an operational risk for Gulf services. Kuwait Governance: The Cabinet marked the 36th anniversary of the Iraqi invasion, reaffirming national unity and resilience amid ongoing regional security concerns.