Gulf Security & Energy: Iran has announced a full closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping, saying it is retaliation for U.S. airstrikes, as Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan remain in the firing line and global oil markets brace for major disruption. Regional Diplomacy: A U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding is being discussed as a possible 60-day ceasefire framework, with Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif saying a deal could be signed within 24 hours, while details remain contested. Local Governance: A parliamentary committee approved a bill to waive debts owed to government bodies by a citizen upon death, aiming to protect families from inheriting public claims. Education: Bahrain’s Ministry of Education set September 3 as the start date for the 2026–2027 school year, with staff returning on September 1. Youth & Tech: Bahrain students won top honours at the Huawei ICT Global Finals in Shenzhen, adding to the Kingdom’s growing tech profile. Community & Media: The Bahrain Media and Volunteerism Forum opened with Shura Council praise for security efforts amid regional attacks. Business: Bahrain’s retail competitiveness push from the BCCI highlights service quality as the key differentiator as e-commerce reshapes shopping. Environment: A digital decluttering drive marked World Environment Day, helping hundreds of Bahrain residents delete unwanted data.