US-Iran Diplomacy: Indirect technical talks are set for Doha with Qatari and Pakistani mediators to turn a US-Iran memorandum into a permanent end to the Middle East war, with US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff meeting Qatar’s PM separately and not joining the technical session. Shipping & Hormuz Risk: A container ship reportedly ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations continued, underscoring how route control and fees remain a sticking point. Aviation Safety: EASA warned airlines to avoid Iraq and Lebanon airspace, extending its conflict-zone advisory to July 8 amid uncertainty over escalation. Kuwait Raises Readiness: Kuwait’s Cabinet condemned Iranian aggressions, ordered peak operational readiness, and froze unapproved state consulting contracts. Energy Markets: Shell said 2026 global LNG trade could reach 422 million tonnes if Hormuz normalizes, while oil prices drifted on deal hopes. Finance & Investment: Iraq plans an Energy and Development Fund open to regional and international investors, and Jordan secured a $700m World Bank loan to spur private investment and jobs. Regional Economy: S&P Global said manufacturing output in June grew fastest in 21 months as firms stockpiled amid Middle East trade turmoil. Business & Travel: Gulf carriers are regaining Europe-bound passengers as operations normalize, while some Asian airlines see slower growth.