AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoGaza-Lebanon Escalation: Israel struck southern Lebanon again hours after the US-backed 45-day ceasefire extension, killing at least six including paramedics, while in Gaza it said an air strike killed Hamas military wing chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad. Hormuz Shock: Iraq’s oil minister said exports fell to about 10 million barrels in April as Strait of Hormuz disruption and insurance fears hit tankers; Iran meanwhile plans a new fee-based traffic system for the strait. Iraq Power Shift: Ali al-Zaidi officially took office pledging a “comprehensive” anti-corruption reform plan after parliament confidence for his government. US-Iran Pressure: US diplomats report forced out of posts amid stalled Iran talks, while markets slid as US-Iran tension stoked inflation fears. Regional Politics: Somalia opposition criticized Turkey for signaling support for President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud as his mandate expires. Cyber & Energy Security: US officials say Iranian hackers breached fuel tank monitoring systems at gas stations, raising fears of hidden leaks.
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