Hormuz Flashpoint: The U.S. carried out strikes on Iranian missile/drone storage and coastal radar sites after a drone hit a Singapore-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington calling it a ceasefire violation; Iran’s foreign ministry says the attacks breach the MoU, while the IRGC vows retaliation and claims it targeted U.S. positions. Lebanon-Israel Framework: In Washington, Marco Rubio helped broker a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon aimed at a process to dismantle Hezbollah and enable Israeli withdrawal, but Hezbollah rejects it and Lebanon’s president says it’s the start of restoring sovereignty. Regional Diplomacy: The UAE and Iran held a rare phone call focused on protecting Hormuz maritime corridors and implementing the U.S.-Iran MoU to stop hostilities. Saudi Health Curbs: Saudi Arabia suspended visas and travel for arrivals from three African countries over Ebola concerns. Media & Culture: FIFA allowed rainbow flags at the Egypt-Iran “Pride Match” in Seattle despite objections, as the World Cup clash ended 1-1 with Iran’s late winner ruled offside. Tech/Innovation (Abu Dhabi): Abu Dhabi’s health department highlighted genomics and gene-editing partnerships, signaling a push for next-gen life sciences.