Middle East Jobs & HR Watch: The Iran–US conflict is reshaping hiring and workforce planning across the region as energy costs spike and logistics tighten. Strait of Hormuz Disruption: Trump says the US is reinstating a blockade and will charge a 20% toll for cargo “safety and security,” while CENTCOM reports fresh strikes hitting Iranian coastal defense, missile and drone sites—after Iran retaliated with attacks on Bahrain, Jordan and UAE-linked tankers, killing one mariner and injuring eight. Construction Hiring Pressure: In the UAE/region, AIB says construction activity in June contracted sharply (PMI 45.4), citing higher oil/raw material prices and shipping delays—signals of slower project staffing. Energy Jobs Opportunity: Egypt’s Dandara solar project gets AfDB financing (up to $66m) for construction jobs (~2,500) and permanent roles (~23), with women and youth prioritized. Workforce Skills Pipeline (Saudi): Rosewood Jeddah partners with Saudi Tourism Ministry to train future hospitality leaders via the Hospitality Ambassadors Program. Cybersecurity Hiring Demand: AmiViz and Cyberhaven expand data security distribution across the Gulf, reflecting rising need for AI and insider-threat protection roles. Diplomacy & Mobility Risk: Israel-linked policy debate targets Turkey’s Jerusalem consulate activity, including calls to restrict visas and movement—another reminder that cross-border HR mobility may face friction.