US-Iran Diplomacy: Trump says US-Iran talks are back and warns Tehran faces its “last chance” before “decapitation,” while Iran insists it is only discussing a Strait of Hormuz route with Oman. Hormuz Shipping Deal: Qatar says diplomatic efforts are ongoing with no direct talks planned; Reuters reports Iran seeks control of inbound traffic, with Oman clearing outbound ships after notifying Tehran, and US officials are split over whether this concedes too much. Oil Markets: BP’s Q2 profit more than doubled to $5.7bn as the Iran war lifted prices; markets react to shifting odds of Hormuz reopening. Lebanon-Israel Talks: Lebanon and Israel begin a seventh US-sponsored direct round in Rome, as Hezbollah rejects the process and Lebanon seeks phased Israeli withdrawal. Gaza: Israel says it will keep thwarting threats from Gaza while Qatar, Egypt and Turkey condemn continuing Israeli violations after fresh strikes. US Military Readiness: US lawmakers probe changes to the Pentagon’s Iran-war casualty database, and Reuters says the Army has used “virtually all” long-range precision missiles. Afghanistan: A bus crash in Zabul injures 49; separate sports coverage highlights Ireland vs Afghanistan ODI series momentum.