Strait of Hormuz Tensions: Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military command warned that all oil tankers must use its approved routes or face a “forceful response,” as US-Iran indirect talks in Doha continue after mediators cited “positive progress.” UN Security Council: The US told the UN that Iran “cannot… hold the global economy hostage,” urging Bahrain-led action over attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait. Bahrain Private Sector: The Bahrain Chamber approved reforms to restructure sectoral committees, reshape the Bahrain-Jordan Joint Business Council, and expand field visits to boost business links. Road Safety Upgrade: Bahrain is expanding smart camera enforcement to automatically detect offences including red-light running, speeding, phone use, and unsafe lane changes, with motorists able to appeal. Stray Dog Plan: Northern Municipality outlined fines, awareness and a new adoption programme targeting stray dogs, with steps expected from September. Local Culture & Family Fun: The third Bahrain Summer Toy Festival opens today at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre, running until Aug 5. Sports: Three Bahrainis were elected to senior posts in the Sambo Union of Asia and Oceania in Manila. Tech/Finance: LMRA upgraded recruitment agency licensing to a faster two-stage digital process.