UK Security & Transport Disruption: Two men were jailed over an arson plot targeting a car and properties linked to PM Keir Starmer, allegedly ordered via Telegram by a mysterious “El Money.” Middle East Trade & Supply Chains: The US and Iran move toward finalising a peace deal that includes reopening Hormuz shipping and easing sanctions—aimed at stabilising global energy markets that have already hit transport and logistics. Public Transport Safety: Hyderabad police met schools and launched checks on buses, vans and auto-rickshaws for capacity, fitness and drunk driving. Bus Strike Fallout (Mumbai): BEST’s indefinite strike is disrupting services for millions, with unions demanding job security, pay changes and fleet expansion. Rail Reliability & Upgrades (UK): Kilmarnock station gets £13.5m track upgrades to improve speeds and reliability. Tech & Privacy (Kansas City): Facial recognition on public buses sparks a fresh privacy fight as the city prepares to deploy AI camera systems. EV Charging (London): TfL unveiled an ultra-fast EV hub at Hatton Cross with 100 miles of range from a five-minute charge. Heat Risk (UK): Met Office amber extreme-heat warnings cover parts of England and Wales, with knock-on effects for road, rail and air travel. Mobility Innovation (Abu Dhabi): Abu Dhabi Mobility and Lumo plan MENA’s first autonomous public transport bus trial. Luxury Rail (Uzbekistan): A Samarkand Express luxury train framework was signed to connect Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva.