Strait of Hormuz Pressure: The UAE suspended all trade and financial dealings with Iran after missile fire, while Iran warns Gulf states against aiding the US as shipping slows through the chokepoint. US-Iran Economic Campaign: Trump escalated threats of “economic warfare,” naming oil smuggling, banks, cash transfers, ship registries and front companies as targets. Freight & Rail Demand: China’s railways reported 2.35bn tonnes of cargo in Jan–July (+0.7%), with strong coal, grain, chemicals and textile flows plus growth in rail-water intermodal. Logistics Software Scrutiny: WiseTech Global confirmed an ACCC search warrant tied to alleged competition-law issues involving CargoWise. Transit Security: Charlotte’s transit authority faces millions in losses as fare-jumping drains $5m–$6.5m annually, with enforcement gaps flagged by a state audit. Road & Rail Disruptions: Multiple US transport disruptions hit this week, including an I-90 ramp closure near Vantage Bridge, overnight I-64 lane closures in Kentucky, and lane restrictions on Arizona’s Cornville Road. Safety Incidents: A medical bus and dump truck crash in Hopewell, NY killed one and seriously injured four; a state police helicopter crash at Carlisle Airport is under NTSB investigation. Public Transport Expansion: Carbondale, IL opened the Southern Illinois Multimodal Station with $23m in grants, while Jasper, TX launched a curb-to-curb transit pilot for residents with reservations.