AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMecca Joint Defence Agreement: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed a NATO-style pact in Mecca, saying an attack on one is an attack on all, as regional tensions rise amid the US-Iran conflict and attacks tied to it. Iranian Pushback: Iranian lawmakers mocked the deal as a “paper agreement” that won’t secure Saudi Arabia, while Turkey said it targets no specific country. Yemen Escalation: In Yemen’s Marib, Houthi missiles and drones hit residential areas and displacement camps, killing at least two and injuring 14, while UN envoy Hans Grundberg warned the country faces the highest risk of renewed large-scale war since the 2022 truce. Strait of Hormuz Talks: A US official said progress between Iran and Oman could soon reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore oil shipping, with US steps tied to commitments. Oman Environmental Alarm: NGOs warned of a major oil spill risk after a Russian shadow-fleet tanker reportedly leaked near an Omani nature reserve. Saudi Digital Crackdown: X geo-blocked at least 65 human rights, political and media accounts inside Saudi Arabia at authorities’ request. Qatar Business Boost: Qatar Chamber said better access to business information is strengthening the investment climate.
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