US–Iran Deal Watch: The US and Iran reached a framework to end hostilities, with a signing ceremony planned in Switzerland and a 60-day window for nuclear talks; key disputes remain over how the Strait of Hormuz reopens and how sanctions and frozen assets are handled. AI in Defense: The Pentagon says Elon Musk’s Grok was used to help target and fire over 2,000 munitions in strikes on Iran, underscoring how AI is moving from labs to battlefield operations. Markets & Energy: Optimism around the interim deal pushed stocks higher and oil below $80, but analysts warn prices could swing fast if the nuclear track stalls. Iran Tech Momentum: Iran’s ICT minister says the “Pars 2” satellite and the “Shahid Soleimani” constellation are advancing toward launch by year-end. Türkiye Nuclear Ambition: Turkey targets competitive nuclear power with safe, domestically supported tech, while planning additional reactors and looking at small modular options. Egypt Grid Upgrade: The EU approved up to €690m to expand Egypt’s electricity transmission network and integrate 22 GW of renewables by 2030. Green Hydrogen Deal: Ohmium and Hynfra signed a master cooperation agreement to advance large-scale green hydrogen and green ammonia projects in Mauritania, Jordan, and Oman. Startup & Industry in Egypt: MSMEDA says it has supported 209 startups via Startup Egypt, while Jade Textile Egypt targets $285m exports by end-2026 and Egypt explores more venture and industry funding with BII. Aviation MRO: FL Technics received Dominican civil aviation certification to launch a maintenance hub in Punta Cana.