Maritime Security: Qatar fully resumed maritime navigation after a near-week suspension, urging strict safety and security compliance; meanwhile, a cargo vessel reported being attacked off Yemen’s Red Sea coast near Hodeidah, with UKMTO investigating and warning ships to stay alert. Yemen Frontlines: Houthi forces launched a renewed push in Hays, western Yemen; one government soldier was killed and two wounded after clashes as the fight centers on access to Bab al-Mandab. Human Rights: A Yemen rights group documented 752 enforced disappearances in Houthi prisons since 2014, including 237 minors, calling for accountability at the UN. Qatar Economy & Society: Qatar’s commercial banks’ assets rose to QR2.2tn; Mwani Qatar reported 493,000 containers handled in H1; Qatar also highlighted sport’s role in fighting racism at the UN Human Rights Council. Saudi Economy: SAMA data showed POS spending up 1.9% to $3.36bn, while non-oil private activity hit a four-month high. Pakistan-Turkiye: PM Shehbaz said Pakistan-Turkiye ties are entering a new chapter with a $5bn trade push and broader defense, energy and connectivity talks. US-Iran Talks: Pakistan is set to host the next US-Iran negotiation round on July 11, focusing on sanctions, frozen assets and the nuclear file. Afghanistan Crisis: UN warned Kabul’s drinking water shortage is worsening; Kandahar exports 182,381 tons of fruit while authorities destroyed expired food and medicines. Sports: Babar Azam was reinstated as Pakistan Test captain for West Indies and England tours.