AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHormuz Shipping Talks: Oman and Iran held phone talks on restoring maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, with both sides calling for “practical understandings” to resume safe, uninterrupted passage as traffic remains far below prewar levels. Sanctions Escalation: Iran warned of “devastating” retaliation after the U.S. pledged the “toughest” sanctions in history, while Washington said it will detail the measures soon and urged allies to cut Iran’s lifelines. Oman Under Pressure: Multiple reports say Trump has threatened Oman with military action if it “gets in the way” of U.S. efforts around Hormuz, underscoring how Oman’s mediation role is now being tested. Maritime Security Shock: A UAE-operated, sanctioned oil products tanker was hijacked in the Gulf of Aden and diverted toward Somalia, adding to Gulf shipping risks. Oman Aviation Leadership: Oman Air appointed Nasser Al Sharji as CEO from 1 September 2026, and SalamAir named Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as CEO from 1 October 2026. Ports & Trade: SOHAR Port and Freezone reported 52% growth in H1 2026 cargo throughput to 52 million tonnes, alongside a 40% jump in container volumes.
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