AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Shockwaves: The U.S. launched a third straight night of strikes on Iran, with CENTCOM saying missions hit coastal defense, missile/drone sites and maritime capabilities around Bushehr, Bandar Abbas and other key areas, while Trump said the U.S. will reimpose a blockade on Iranian ports and charge a 20% fee for cargo transiting the strait. Kuwait Security & Diplomacy: Kuwait condemned Iran’s attack on two Emirati oil tankers while transiting Hormuz, calling it a breach of international law and pledging solidarity with the UAE; Kuwait also reported intercepts and airspace incidents as the Gulf conflict spilled over. Energy Markets: Oil jumped to around $85 a barrel as shipping risk and Hormuz disruption fears returned, with crude futures rising on renewed supply concerns. Regional Shipping Disruption: Tracking reports said some tankers kept moving with transponders off amid “dark” transits, while a Canadian operator said departures are delayed by mine-risk and shifting U.S. guidance. Local Business & Infrastructure: CSCEC won a CAPT tender to build a 55-storey Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority headquarters in Sharq, and Kuwait also moved on defense procurement for Al Dorra missile boats. Cyber & Industry Tech: AmiViz partnered with Cyberhaven to distribute an AI/data security platform across Kuwait and the wider region.
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