AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIsrael’s Election: With most votes counted, Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc is projected to win 53 seats, the opposition 48 and Arab-led parties a record 19—leaving all sides short of a majority. Joint List leader Yousef Jabareen says Arab parties are ready to help replace Netanyahu’s government. Likud alleges election fraud, but police have found no supporting evidence; the elections committee has asked Shin Bet to investigate foreign-interference claims. Iran War and Energy: Oil climbed nearly 2% as renewed attacks on a Saudi refinery and fighting in Yemen raised supply fears, despite fresh diplomatic efforts. Qatar has presented Tehran with a draft peace proposal, while Iran says it is reviewing ideas but rejects some initial terms. Gulf Environment: Sharjah has closed its beaches as an offshore oil spill threatens coastal waters, raising concerns about pollution and desalination plants. Iraq–Syria Ties: Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus, discussing oil exports through the Baniyas line and expanded trade.
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