Wildfire Watch in Jabal Shams: Oman’s Environment Authority says teams contained and extinguished a blaze at Al Hajar Al Gharbi Starlight Reserve, likely sparked by lightning, but a separate re-ignition prompted ongoing aerial firefighting and monitoring to protect local vegetation. Marine Safety: The National Emergency Management Committee reviewed efforts to manage a grounded ship off the Hallaniyat Islands, stressing measures to reduce risks to public safety and Oman’s marine environment. Strait of Hormuz Pressure: UKMTO reports multiple tanker attacks and a new engine-room fire after a projectile hit a vessel; crews were safe and no environmental impact was reported, while Iran-linked threats also led one tanker to turn back. World Habitat Day in Muscat: UN-Habitat marked World Habitat Day with the theme “Adequate Housing for All,” presenting the 2026 Scroll of Honour and highlighting housing as key to climate resilience and inclusive cities. Oman’s Green Finance Push: Oman Net Zero Centre says investor interest in the energy transition must translate into bankable projects with credible offtake, emissions data, and revenue models. Shura Council Environmental Law: The Shura Council’s Health and Social Affairs Committee met Environment Authority and ESO specialists to review the Environmental Law bill and propose amendments. Energy Infrastructure Leadership: OETC appointed Eng Zahir Mohammed al Busaidi as CEO to strengthen grid reliability and support Oman’s power transition.