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Strait of Hormuz Tensions: The UN’s IMO paused its Hormuz evacuation plan after a cargo ship was hit near Oman, while Iran and Oman kept talking on future management of the strait and Gulf states and the US reiterated freedom of navigation without tolls. Oil & LNG Ripple Effects: Saudi Aramco resumed crude loading at Ras Tanura as shipping disruptions eased, and Asian LNG buyers expect Qatar to let force majeure lapse in July. GCC-US Diplomacy: GCC foreign ministers met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Bahrain, stressing any Iran-related arrangements must protect GCC security and maritime routes. Qatar Regional Cooperation: Qatar joined a Geneva consultation on international humanitarian law and peace, and welcomed a GCC unified voluntary work law to boost coordination. Saudi Anti-Drug Push: Saudi authorities seized 1.4 million amphetamine pills hidden in a rock-crushing machine and arrested four suspects. Afghanistan Rights & Services: Taliban ordered a smartphone ban for government officials, while WHO reaffirmed support for Afghanistan’s drug addiction treatment programs. Pakistan Human Rights: PM Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to eradicate torture. Aviation Updates: Qatar Airways resumes flights to Canberra in December and restarted operations in Portugal.

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