AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGaza Flotilla Fallout: Israel released and deported hundreds of Global Sumud Flotilla activists after a viral video by far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir showed detainees with hands bound and forced to kneel, triggering summoning of Israeli envoys across Europe and calls for EU sanctions; activists are being flown to Turkey, including Irish and other nationals, as Israel says it has deported all foreign participants. Iran–US Diplomacy & Hormuz: Oil prices swung lower on reports a US-Iran deal could be “hours” away, but Iran also unveiled a plan for expanded control of the Strait of Hormuz with coordination and fees—UAE and others warn it could derail any agreement. Regional Security: In Lebanon, strikes killed at least eight as Hezbollah vowed retaliatory attacks. Turkey Politics: Turkey’s court annulled the CHP leadership contest, ousting opposition leader Özgür Özel and roiling markets. Energy & Economy: Egypt announced a major Western Desert gas/oil discovery, while Armenia pledged €10,000 to OPCW Syria-related work.
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