AGP Executive Report
Last update: 37 minutes agoUS-Saudi-Iraq Escalation: Joint US-Saudi airstrikes hit Iran-backed PMF facilities across Iraq, killing at least 20 and wounding 32, as Baghdad brands it a “flagrant violation of sovereignty” and orders legal action; Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi meets PMF leaders while Iraqi factions debate retaliation. Saudi Red Sea Push: Riyadh seeks an international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks, as the Houthis also discuss fees for ships through Bab al-Mandab and tanker strikes lift oil-price fears. Diplomacy & De-escalation Talk: Qatar’s PM and FM call for dialogue and stress implementing the US-Iran understanding on Hormuz freedom, while Italy and Saudi Arabia reaffirm support for a Gaza ceasefire and oppose West Bank annexation. Kuwait Governance: Kuwait warns against fake defense ministry social accounts and issues a new CCTV rule requiring 120-day retention. Qatar Society & Culture: Qatar Central Bank holds rates steady; Qatar extends its Toy Festival to Aug 4; NU-Q readies a major international art exhibition; Qatar Charity backs 380 families in Bangladesh with income tools. Regional Sports: Qatar U18 books a FIBA Asian Championship spot after beating Oman, with a title-decider vs Bahrain ahead.
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