Oil & Markets: Oil jumped more than 3% after fresh Iran-Israel exchanges, with Brent around $97 and WTI above $94, while Gulf stocks slid on renewed geopolitical risk and worries about global demand. Oman Energy & Gas: Oman reported natural gas output growth of 4.6% to 18.77bn cubic metres by end-April 2026, with higher associated and non-associated production and rising gas use in power generation. Water Infrastructure: Barka Water and Power invited expressions of interest to sell, dismantle and remove two seawater desalination plants (SWRO-1 and SWRO-2), after their water purchase agreements expired and operations ceased. Renewables Pipeline: Nama Power and Water Procurement Company opened bids for project management and supervision for the 300MW Marsa Solar IPP, with submissions due July 26. Trade & Standards: Oman marked World Accreditation Day, highlighting accreditation’s role in boosting SME competitiveness and trust in testing, inspection and certification. Business Events: Oman CX Forum & Awards 2026 is set for 10 June in Muscat, focusing on customer experience and digital-first engagement. Tech & Culture: Oman’s Oman Accreditation Centre and GCC-Stat-backed Youth Creativity Award in the World of Data saw Oman winners in statistical analysis and open-data solutions. Security Watch: The Strait of Hormuz and wider shipping risks stayed in focus as regional tensions threaten maritime routes and energy flows.