AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS-Iran Escalation: Trump said the Iran ceasefire and MoU are “over” after fresh US strikes tied to attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz; Iran retaliated with strikes on US-linked targets in Bahrain and Kuwait, while Washington revoked an Iran oil sales waiver. Markets & Cost of Living: Oil jumped more than 5% toward $78–$80 a barrel as stocks slid across Europe and Gulf bourses, reviving inflation worries for households. Aviation Safety: EASA warned airlines to avoid Iraqi and Iranian airspace until Aug. 31 and urged extra caution across the region after Hormuz-linked tanker damage. Iraq Shiite Funeral: Khamenei’s coffin drew massive crowds in Najaf as Iraq prepares further ceremonies in Karbala, amid renewed regional tensions. Syria Diplomacy: Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa arrived in Ankara for NATO summit meetings, following Macron’s Damascus visit and amid Turkey’s key role in Syria’s future. Turkey-F-35 Tension: Trump signaled willingness to sell F-35s to Türkiye despite Netanyahu protests, with Israel’s defense concerns now colliding with US-NATO politics. Regional Security: Türkiye, Romania and Bulgaria expanded a Black Sea maritime force mandate to protect critical undersea infrastructure. Energy Exports: Iraq’s crude exports to the US fell sharply in June, reflecting ongoing shipment disruptions.
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