Strait of Hormuz Security: Iran’s IRGC says it stopped six vessels in 24 hours for “unauthorised” crossings and fired warning shots, as tanker traffic slows and oil prices push above $100. Maritime Incident: Iranian media reports an oil tanker exploded in the Strait after allegedly hitting a naval mine following deviation from Iran’s designated route. Diplomacy for Shipping Lanes: Iran says talks with Oman on Hormuz shipping mechanisms are “productive,” with no change to transit status, while officials continue technical and political consultations. Red Sea Risk: UKMTO says an unidentified projectile landed near a commercial tanker in the southern Red Sea; authorities are investigating and urging heightened caution amid Houthi threats near Bab al-Mandab. Air Cargo Oversight: Qatar’s civil aviation authority administratively closed two travel/air cargo agencies and deregistered 10 others for non-compliance. Regional Freight Connectivity: Syria is rehabilitating major highways to cut land-transport obstacles and lower overland shipping costs, targeting routes linking Jordan, Turkey, Iraq and Gulf states. Digital Customs: Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan launched real-time eTIR data exchanges for freight across the Caspian to speed border processing and reduce transit costs. Road Logistics Moves: Dubai RTA opened a new three-lane bridge to cut travel time sharply, while Ghana’s transport operators announced a 30% fare hike from July 27 amid rising fuel and maintenance costs.