Oil Spill Risk in Oman: Satellite images reviewed by AP show crude leaking from the sanctioned tanker Caroline Bezengi, grounded off Dhofar near the Hallaniyat Islands Marine Reserve, with an oil sheen covering about 20 sq km and dark slicks reaching Qibliyah Island—raising fears of further spread as monsoon winds batter the hull. Shipping Under Threat Near Hormuz: UKMTO reports two separate tanker incidents near Oman’s Musandam and the Strait of Hormuz—one hit by an unknown projectile damaging an engine room, another seeing an explosion splash—while Iran warns escalation could disrupt other choke points. Hormuz Diplomacy vs. Escalation: Trump says the US will cancel a threatened Iran strike if the “immediate, complete, and total opening” of the Strait of Hormuz is agreed, with Qatar relaying a reported US peace offer to Iran as both sides weigh next steps. Oman’s Environment Response: Oman’s Environment Authority urges the public to report oil spills and marine pollution promptly, avoid contact and DIY cleanup, and follow official guidance to protect ecosystems and wildlife. Local Climate-Industry Move: Oman Cement is expanding alternative fuels and raw materials to cut emissions and costs, including tyre-derived fuel and oil sludge, as it pushes decarbonisation. Investing in Diversification: Oman awarded RO 734m in projects and Ibri Industrial City attracted RO 25m in H1 investments, supporting sectors like transport, flood protection, and food manufacturing.