AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMiddle East Diplomacy: Pakistan’s FM Ishaq Dar met UN chief António Guterres in New York, pressing dialogue and peace efforts across the region, including the Middle East, Palestine, and UN Security Council reform. Nuclear Safety: The UN Security Council condemned a drone attack near the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, calling it a serious breach of international law and demanding attacks on civilian infrastructure stop. Gaza Escalation: Israel said it killed Hamas’ newly appointed armed wing chief Mohammad Odeh in Gaza, days after killing his predecessor, as strikes intensify in both Gaza and Lebanon. Energy Shock Spillover: Oil bounced after US strikes dampened hopes for a Strait of Hormuz reopening, while the UK confirmed a 13% energy price cap rise from July—adding about £18 a month for typical households—blaming Middle East-driven wholesale gas volatility. Markets Watch: Europe’s STOXX 600 edged up, but investors stayed cautious as Iran-US ceasefire hopes face fresh strain.
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