US-Iran Mediation in Doha: Indirect talks wrapped in Doha with mediators saying “positive progress” on the MoU’s ceasefire framework, including maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and unfreezing Iran’s funds; nuclear issues were reportedly deferred, while Qatar and Pakistan set the next round after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral processions. Hormuz Shipping Warning: Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya command threatened “forceful response” to tankers using unapproved routes, underscoring how navigation rules remain a flashpoint even as diplomacy continues. Regional Security Push: CENTCOM hosted a Bahrain dialogue on Strait security and defense cooperation with participation from Qatar and, notably, Syria and Lebanon, while Iran criticized the US-led approach as destabilizing. Qatar’s Counter-Terrorism Role: Qatar reiterated its UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy commitments at the UN, stressing prevention through addressing conflict drivers, hate speech, and rights violations. Education Update: Qatar’s Education Ministry approved 2025-2026 General Secondary Certificate results, with pass-rate highlights across tracks and adult education. Aviation & Connectivity: Iberia resumes Madrid–Doha flights after a four-month halt, and Qatar Airways launched Port Sudan service, expanding Africa links. Sports & Society: eFIBA World Finals Qatar 2026 tips off at Mall of Qatar; Qatar also hosted Indian Mango Festival 2026.