AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoIran-US Ceasefire Under Strain: The US carried out “self-defence” strikes on southern Iran, and Iran immediately called it a “gross violation” of the ceasefire, warning retaliation as talks in Qatar grind on and negotiators argue over wording, frozen assets, and Strait of Hormuz access. Lebanon Bombardment Escalates: Israel hit Lebanon with one of the heaviest days of airstrikes in weeks, with reports of dozens killed and Netanyahu saying operations are expanding, while Hezbollah targets advancing forces. Market Shock Watch: Oil stayed elevated near $100 as traders priced in renewed risk around Hormuz and the fragile diplomacy. Lebanon-Adjacent Human Moves: Irish UN peacekeepers returned home after UNIFIL duties, and Iran released 10 Indian seafarers detained in the MV Harbour Phoenix case—small relief amid a widening regional squeeze. Mine Safety Push: Lebanon joined the Mine Ban Treaty, a rare governance step aimed at reducing long-term civilian harm from antipersonnel mines.
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