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Iran-US standoff: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz stays closed on its terms, even as it reports an Iran-Oman transit understanding that only kicks in after Washington fulfills its commitments; Tehran also rejects US claims that oil is moving normally on the southern route. Sanctions pressure: The US escalated its “Operation Economic Outcast” push, targeting Iran-linked finance and warning partners; Egypt’s Banque Misr is reviewing a Treasury notice after the UAE central bank launched an urgent examination of its branches. Six-month war reality: Iran’s leaders admit the economic toll—trade down sharply and inflation soaring—while vowing no retreat and keeping diplomacy and defense tied together. Israel-Gaza: Israel struck a Gaza hospital compound, targeting a Hamas commander, while volunteers salvaged stones and marble columns from the damaged Abu Salim Mosque in Deir al-Balah. Israel-West Bank: Settlers besieged a Palestinian home in Qusra as tensions remain high. Regional diplomacy: Pakistan says the US-Iran talks window is “not closed,” with mediators still engaged. Other Middle East items: Turkey summoned Ukraine’s ambassador over attacks on Turkish-operated Black Sea vessels; in sports, Iran won the FIVB U17 volleyball title in Doha.

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