Hormuz Watch: More oil tankers and LNG shipments are slipping through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran’s leverage shrinks, with tracking data showing additional LNG exits and reports of clustered tanker transfers near Oman—raising new questions for regional energy flows and OPEC’s control. UAE-US Diplomacy: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed met US Ambassador Mike Waltz at Abu Dhabi, reviewing strategic ties and implications for maritime security and the global economy. Defense Supply Crunch: Lockheed Martin warned it can’t guarantee when Patriot PAC-3 interceptors will reach allies, including the UAE, even as production ramps up—highlighting allocation and delivery delays. Dubai Longevity Push: Dubai launched the Dubai Longevity Authority via a new law to position the emirate as a regulated hub for longevity, wellness and advanced healthcare, aligning with D33 goals. Real Estate Mega-Plan: Emaar unveiled a AED200bn ($54.4bn) masterplan for a “city within a city” designed for 150,000 residents, with metro connectivity and smart mobility. Fintech & Fraud: Dubai police warned after a fake banking app scam wiped a man’s AED 800,000 loan by taking remote control of his phone. New Tech for Migrants: Migratum launched an identity-and-financial operating system app across five markets including the UAE, aiming to improve access for migrants. Cybersecurity Branding: CPX refreshed its brand identity to signal a shift toward proactive, intelligence-led cyber and physical security for UAE clients.