Strait of Hormuz Crisis: The US and Iran traded fresh strikes after an Iranian attack on the Cyprus-flagged container ship GFS Galaxy off Oman, setting the vessel ablaze and forcing crew to abandon ship; the US said it hit about 140 targets, while Iran retaliated across the region and declared the strait closed, raising fresh alarms for global oil and shipping. Maritime Response: India condemned the attack, saying 10 of 11 Indian nationals were rescued and one remains missing, with its embassy coordinating with Omani authorities as search-and-rescue continues. Diplomacy on the Waterway: Oman and Iran agreed to keep consultations on Hormuz shipping mechanisms as international pressure grows for safe, unimpeded navigation. Aviation & Security: The US Justice Department subpoenaed New York Times reporters over their coverage of security concerns tied to the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One used during Trump’s Ankara visit. Road & Rail Disruptions: Typhoon Bavi triggered flight and railway cancellations in China’s Yangtze River Delta, while Highway 70 in California saw fire-related closures and traffic control during the Twain Fire. Vehicle Safety: Major recalls were issued in the US affecting more than 1 million vehicles, including Ford and Jaguar Land Rover, over crash-risk concerns.