Iran-US Hormuz Talks: Trump says he’s now demanding compensation from Iran for deaths, injuries, and even families of protesters, after Tehran sought reparations as a condition for reopening the Strait of Hormuz—raising fresh doubts about a deal. Iran Military Reshuffle: Iran’s supreme leader appointed six senior commanders across the armed forces, IRGC and Basij, signaling a wartime consolidation as Hormuz diplomacy grinds on. Regional Security Realignment: Iran’s foreign ministry frames the Saudi-Pakistan-Türkiye “Makkah” defense pact as a shift away from reliance on the US, while Pakistan’s PM insists it’s “absolutely not aggression.” Turkey-Kurdish Peace Law: Türkiye passed a law creating a conditional amnesty pathway for thousands of PKK members once disarmament is completed. Israel Politics & Society: A poll puts Yashar ahead of Likud as Arab parties are projected to win seats; meanwhile Israel closes the Palestinian Christian village Taybeh to outsiders amid settler violence concerns. Culture & Community: Qatar’s Al-Arabi Sports Club wrapped its summer programs blending sports with workshops on digital safety, health and sustainability. Diaspora Spotlight: An Iranian remembrance ceremony in Saskatoon calls for more Canadian attention to Iran’s protest crackdown and IRGC role. US Immigration Crackdown: The US revoked 175,000+ visas, including Iranians accused of ties to Iran’s government.