AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS-Iran-Iraq Escalation: The US launched a “heavy wave” of strikes on Iran, targeting IRGC command centers, missile/drone sites and maritime capabilities after Iran’s missile attack on US forces in Jordan; Iran retaliated with strikes reported on Qeshm Island, while Kuwait confirmed an Iranian strike killed a worker at a Chinese firm. Saudi Joins Iraq Front: The US and Saudi Arabia carried out joint strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and six Iranian advisers, underscoring Baghdad’s tightrope as PMF pressure grows. Red Sea & Hormuz Pressure: Yemen’s Houthis are reportedly considering transit fees in the Bab al-Mandeb after Red Sea disruptions, while Iran rejected Oman’s Hormuz management plan—keeping shipping risk and energy costs elevated. Egypt Port Disruption: A drone caused a fire on two gas vessels at Damietta Port, disrupting operations and raising fears of wider navigation threats near Suez. Iraq Energy Hit: Iraq’s oil exports dipped to just over 500,000 bpd in May-June as Hormuz closures constrained routes. Iraq Business Finance: Zain Mart partnered with Switch to offer instalment payments for eligible customers via Al-Rasheed Bank and NBI. Anti-Corruption Push: Iraq expanded its anti-corruption campaign with arrest warrants issued for dozens of suspects in Diwaniyah.
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