AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoU.S.-Iran Escalation: Trump warned the U.S. would hit Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT” and hinted at “total control” of oil assets like Kharg Island as the U.S. and Iran traded strikes for a second day, pushing the region toward full-scale war. Oil Shock Turns to Relief: Oil prices plunged after Trump said a framework peace deal was close and called off renewed strikes, reviving hopes the Strait of Hormuz could reopen; Brent slipped below $90 and markets rallied. Iran’s Oil Lifeline Under Pressure: Reports say Iranian crude flows to China have fallen sharply as demand weakens and a U.S. blockade tightens the noose. Iraq’s Security and Economy: Iraq’s PM marked the Camp Speicher massacre anniversary while also facing mounting pressure to rein in paramilitaries and stabilize an economy hit hard by Hormuz disruptions. Palestinian Politics: Israel released Hamas co-founder Hassan Yousef from administrative detention after more than two years, with footage showing him injured and taken to hospital care. Elections and Influence: France’s disinformation watchdog accused Israeli firm BlackCore of meddling in New York and Scotland elections, expanding beyond prior allegations in France.
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