AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLebanon-Israel Escalation: Lebanon says Israeli strikes in the south killed nine people, including three children, as Israel claims it targeted Hezbollah infrastructure, with Lebanon’s PM warning of “extremely dangerous” escalation. Hormuz Standoff: Iran rejected Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz will become U.S. territory, saying it “will remain Iranian,” as fuel prices stay pressured by ongoing attacks and stalled diplomacy. U.S. Carrier Crisis: Reports of deteriorating conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have triggered political backlash and a planned replacement with the USS George Washington, while CENTCOM and U.S. officials deny deaths and say mental-health resources are available. U.S.-Led Drone Push: CENTCOM launched Task Force Falcon Strike, a multinational effort to coordinate one-way attack drones across air and maritime domains in the Middle East. Trade & Investment (MENA): The UAE says 38 trade deals under its CEPA programme have entered into force since 2021, boosting non-oil foreign trade, while Advanta Seeds plans to acquire Egypt’s Misr Hytech seed business for about $110m. Business/Markets: U.S. consumer sentiment fell to 51 amid inflation worries and Middle East-linked uncertainty, adding pressure to risk appetite.
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