AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUS-Iran Escalation: The US reimposed its naval blockade on Iranian ports after attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as strikes intensify and the interim ceasefire unravels. Hormuz Fee U-Turn: Trump dropped a planned 20% transit fee hours before the blockade resumed, saying Gulf states will instead invest in the US, while the strait is framed as open to all traffic except Iran. Shipping Hit, Diplomacy Triggered: Iran struck UAE-flagged tankers with Indian crew onboard; India summoned Iran’s envoy and demanded “free and unimpeded” navigation. Regional Spillover: Kuwait reported intercepting “hostile” aerial targets while Iranian media claimed damage near the Kish Island power plant. Turkey-Syria Naval Ties: Türkiye and Syria expanded maritime cooperation, with a Turkish delegation visiting Latakia. Turkey Coup Anniversary: Türkiye marked the 10th anniversary of the July 15, 2016 failed coup, with officials stressing the event shaped the country and urging support against FETO. Iraq-US Pivot: Trump welcomed Iraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi, signaling major oil partnership talks as Baghdad seeks a “fair share” from Opec.
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