AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUS-Iran Escalation Hits Kuwait: The US and Iran traded fresh strikes for a second straight day over the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington saying it hit about 90 Iranian military targets to protect navigation and Tehran retaliating by targeting US-linked bases in Kuwait and Bahrain; Kuwait reported intercepting hostile missiles and drones as sirens sounded and power lines were affected. Ceasefire in Question: Trump declared the interim MoU “over” while leaving room for talks, warning of “hard” follow-up strikes and even threats against civilian infrastructure and Kharg Island. Shipping Risk Jumps: Traffic through the strait reportedly ground to a near halt again, deepening uncertainty for Gulf logistics and energy flows. Market Pressure Across the Gulf: Gulf stock markets extended losses as oil prices spiked on renewed hostilities, while investors stayed risk-off. Global Economic Warning: The IMF warned Middle East conflict risks fueling inflation and disrupting energy supplies, with knock-on effects for growth.
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