AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUS-Iran Ceasefire Watch: Markets cheered reports of a US-Iran de-escalation and renewed talks, easing Middle East tension fears and lifting US stock futures, while oil volatility remains a risk. Lebanon-Israel Framework: Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered framework agreement in Washington, but the big test is whether Lebanon can extend state authority in the south as Hezbollah stays armed. Gaza Health Crisis: At Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, nearly half of dialysis machines are out of service due to shortages, threatening hundreds of kidney patients. Hormuz Shipping & Safety: Iran-linked attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz reportedly left no Filipino crew injured; authorities are monitoring and providing support. Qatar Mediation Critique: An opinion piece argues Qatar can no longer pose as a neutral mediator, citing its stance toward Israel and Lebanon. Energy & Power Moves: Iraq plans contracts for 25GW of new power generation this year; Kuwait’s Al-Na’ayem industrial city is set for 2032 handover. Housing Pressure: UK mortgage approvals fell to the lowest since Dec 2023 as the Iran-linked borrowing-cost shock hits demand. Aviation Connectivity: Philippine Airlines will restart Manila-Dubai nonstop flights from Oct 2 with four weekly services.
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