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Iran-US Tension: President Donald Trump said he was “an hour away” from ordering fresh strikes on Iran, then paused after Gulf interlocutors—including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait—asked for more time, warning another limited attack could come within days if talks fail. Iran’s Offer: Tehran’s latest proposal calls for ending hostilities on all fronts (including Lebanon), U.S. troop pullback from areas near Iran, reparations, sanctions relief, release of frozen funds, and an end to the U.S. marine blockade. Gulf Markets & Energy: The threat has kept pressure on oil and shipping expectations, while Gulf bourses reacted to the pause; airlines are also warning costs could rise if the Strait of Hormuz stays blocked longer. Kuwait Angle: Kuwait’s role shows up both in the diplomacy line and in local business—NBK is running internal-audit and CFA talent initiatives, while Kuwait International Airport remains in phased recovery after drone damage. Corporate & Finance: Action Energy secured expanded credit to grow its rig fleet, and Zain Kuwait signed education MoUs to link talent with digital and entrepreneurship programs.

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