Strait of Hormuz Talks & Shipping Risk: Iran says it will not meet US envoys in Doha, insisting the ceasefire terms must be settled first, as indirect technical talks continue and shipping only partially resumes; the standoff keeps the Strait’s future—especially any fees or tolls—front and centre for Oman and global energy flows. Oman’s Hormuz Fee Push: Oman and Iran are moving ahead with plans to collect transit “service fees” for vessels, despite US objections, with reporting suggesting Oman’s proposal is framed as voluntary in wording but described by Iran as obligatory in practice. New Incident in Hormuz: Iranian state TV reports a foreign container ship ran aground after not following Iran’s approved route, underscoring how quickly navigation rules and enforcement claims can escalate. Oman Energy Projects: Siemens Energy won contracts to supply technology and 20-year services for Oman’s 2.6GW Misfah and Duqm gas power IPPs, boosting capacity and supporting the Duqm SEZ. Green Steel in Duqm: Meranti Green Steel appointed India’s L&T for FEED on its 2.5Mtpa green iron project in Duqm, moving closer to final investment decisions. Copper Export Milestone: Alara Resources dispatched its 51st copper concentrate shipment from Oman’s Al Wash-hi Majaza mine, with 2026 totals reaching 39,287 tonnes of concentrate. Oman Maritime Logistics Deal: Asyad and CMA CGM signed/advanced plans for a multipurpose logistics terminal in Sohar, reinforcing Oman’s port-led trade ambitions.