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Huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster

Two slicks have appeared in Iranian waters, satellite imagery and video verified by Reuters show, as tit-for-tat attacks on oil tankers and other vessels by Iran and the United States spark concerns about environmental damage to the Gulf. John Amos, CEO of SkyTruth, which uses satellite imagery to detect oil…

Bangkok Post

CDC Says a Tropical Bacterium Occurs Naturally in Gulf Coast Soil, and U.S. Cases Are Being Missed

CDC says the bacterium causing melioidosis occurs naturally in the Gulf Coast region, meaning Americans can be infected without traveling abroad.

Medical Daily

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is shut down. The Trump administration says 9 million barrels a day are still getting out

“Hefty chunk of non-Iranian crude still getting out, unlike the Iranian crude that isn’t.”

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Australia’s feral camels were abandoned when trucks replaced them. More than a century later, their isolation is attracting Gulf breeders

Australia’s camel population is difficult to count, partly because the animals are scattered across an immense stretch of desert and semi-desert country. Estimates have placed the feral herd anywhere from about 300,000 to one million, depending on the year and the method used to survey it. Their presence is a…

The Times of India

Iran claims 'trillion-dollar' pollution damage as Gulf oil spills spread

Oil residues from a struck bulk carrier reached Iran's Qeshm Island and its protected mangrove forests, while a sanctioned Russian shadow fleet tanker grounded off Oman has leaked a slick that has grown to more than 2,000 square kilometres, fouling 40 kilometres of Omani coastline.

Euronews

Being Indian Army Agniveer far better than working in Gulf: Gorkha soldiers protest in Nepal

Former Gorkha soldiers demonstrated in Pokhara, Nepal, urging India to restart recruitment. They submitted a memorandum requesting immediate resumption of enlistment and recognition for ex-servicemen groups. The Agnipath scheme has complicated the long-standing practice of Nepali youths joining the Indian Army. This recruitment offers better prospects than overseas employment in…

The Economic Times

Iran says no progress on reviving interim peace deal with US

Iran and the United States remain divided over ending the Gulf war permanently. Talks to revive an interim deal agreed in June have seen no progress. New attacks on shipping in the region have further dampened hopes for resolution. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway, remains a point of…

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Revolutionary Guard Adviser Warns Iran Is Preparing Military Operations on US Soil as Hormuz Peace Talks Crash

Iran hints at striking 'enemy soil' as Hormuz remains closed and Gulf tensions hit global shipping and oil markets.

International Business Times UK

Fragrant fortunes: Doha's Teeb Al Hazm plans London debut as Gulf perfumes gain wider appeal

From oud and bukhoor to niche fragrance houses, the Teeb Al Hazm perfume exhibition reflects the Gulf's enduring love of scent as organisers prepare to take the concept to Europe.

Euronews

The Gulf wants to break free from the world’s data chokepoints

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

Fortune

Energy Secretary Chris Wright Says Hormuz Oil Flows Surpass Prewar Levels as US, Gulf Allies Step Up Coordination—Trump Claims ‘100% Control’ of the Strait

Energy Secretary Chris Wright highlighted a significant increase in the average daily oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz over the past week.

Benzinga

Middle East standoff: Why Gulf states may accept that Iran will control the Strait of Hormuz

Gulf energy producers have acknowledged Iran's assertion of control over the critical Strait of Hormuz. This development occurs amidst attempts to resume passage through this essential route, which are stymied by ongoing tensions. Governments in the region prioritize peace over export delays, while Iran aims for financial easing and a…

The Times of India

Pakistan minister Naqvi heads to Iran amid mediation efforts to end conflict

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi traveled to Tehran for crucial discussions. He engaged with Iranian officials regarding bilateral ties and mutual interests. This visit follows previous mediation efforts by Pakistan and Gulf countries. Talks between the US and Iran collapsed last month due to escalating tensions. The Strait of…

The Economic Times

Saudi defence pact with Turkey and Pakistan is a verdict on the reliability of US security guarantees

Commentators predictably reacted to the news of the signing of a mutual defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan on August 7 by reaching for the label “Islamic Nato”. The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement stipulates that an armed attack on any one of them would be treated as an…

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OPEC oil output rises further in July led by Gulf producers, Reuters survey shows

In July, OPEC made a remarkable recovery by increasing oil production to 19.85 million barrels per day. Gulf nations resumed supplies that were previously disrupted, while Iraq reported significant production gains. Iran also managed to increase its exports, though a U.S. blockade eventually hampered shipments. Meanwhile, Libya continued to pump…

The Times of India

For India, the Mecca pact is a setback. For China, it's a warning

A new defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey has been signed. This agreement is seen as a setback for India's regional interests. China may benefit commercially from increased weapon system access. However, the pact could also reduce US military focus in West Asia. This shift might allow greater…

The Times of India

500-year-old island with 22 billion barrels of oil mysteriously vanished from the ocean: Mexico’s ghost island of Bermeja

Isla Bermeja is recorded in history as a small, rocky island located in the Gulf of Mexico, almost 100 kilometres off the coast of the Yucatán Peninsula. For over 400 years, it was a fixed visible point on official maps, situated at the coordinates 22 degrees 33 minutes north and…

The Economic Times

What is the Patriot missile system and why are supplies depleted worldwide?

Global conflicts are rapidly depleting U.S. Patriot missile supplies. Ukraine urgently needs interceptors to counter Russian ballistic missile attacks. The Iran war has drained arsenals in the U.S. and Gulf states. European countries are also conserving missiles for their own defense needs. The U.S. is exploring options for Ukraine to…

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Global Market Today: Asia stocks edge higher, oil up amid Gulf confusion

Asian share markets followed Wall Street higher after a soft US jobs report. Oil prices increased slightly due to stalled Gulf peace talks and shipping lane concerns. Investors anticipate US inflation data, which could influence Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. Strong corporate earnings, particularly in AI, boosted Nasdaq futures last…

Fortune

Trump is betting that the U.S. naval blockade choking Iran's economy can achieve what bombs and missiles couldn't as more oil sneaks out of the Gulf

"We are just watching Iran with its huge inflation and the fact they have no money," Trump said.

The Economic Times

With US taking a hostile approach to India, the 'Mecca pact' is threatening

A Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact could complicate India’s security environment by deepening military, technological and diplomatic cooperation among the three countries. The article argues India should respond through multi-alignment, stronger Gulf partnerships, naval preparedness and continued engagement with Saudi Arabia and Iran.

The Guardian - UK

‘Like being in prison’: the ship crews stuck in Gulf since February

US-Iran war has stranded up to 20,000 seafarers, mostly Indian and Filipino crews, with none knowing when the nightmare will end

Euronews

Travelling to Qatar? Here’s what you need to know when visiting the Gulf state

Planning a trip to Qatar? Here’s what the Gulf state has to offer European travellers, from visa-free entry and hidden cultural gems to Michelin-recognised places to eat.

The Times of India

In 2011, Mississippi sank a retired NASA hydrogen tank as an artificial reef during post-Katrina restoration efforts

A significant piece of history from the space race, this massive hydrogen tank weighing ninety-eight thousand pounds now lies submerged in the Gulf of Mexico as an artificial reef. Sunk in 2011, it serves to restore marine habitats lost in Hurricane Katrina's aftermath in 2005. Collaborating with marine resource officials,…

Fortune

The emerging deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz reportedly recognizes Iran’s control: ‘The concession has already been made’

“[The] U.S. accepting Iranian control of the strait without explicitly acknowledging that control seems a likely endgame here.”

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