AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIran–US Escalation Watch: Iran’s parliament says Tehran is ready to “teach a lesson” if the U.S. attacks again, as Trump calls the ceasefire “on life support” after rejecting Iran’s latest response—while Kuwait reports alleged Iran-linked infiltration attempts near Bubiyan Island, keeping Gulf tensions dangerously hot. Strait of Hormuz Pressure: India says it will keep energy sourcing guided by “national interest,” and confirms 11 aircraft have returned while 13 remain in the region due to security concerns—highlighting how the chokepoint still shapes regional business risk. Afghanistan Flood Fallout: Samangan floods in Khuram wa Sarbagh reportedly destroyed homes, a bridge, and blocked a major road, with aid storage criticized for lack of transparent distribution. Border Trade Strain: A REACH assessment says insecurity and border restrictions are hitting eastern markets hard, pushing up prices and forcing shop closures. Afghan Industry & Investment: Afghanistan and Uzbekistan move toward a border economic zone near Hairatan, while ACB launches the APL franchise process for 2026.
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