AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMiddle East Flashpoint: The US resumed air strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz after Iran-linked attacks on shipping, with Trump warning of “much harder” retaliation if Tehran responds; Iran says it has begun a “decisive operation” and that the Strait’s pressure will tighten. Human Toll: A US strike hit a home hosting a wedding in Sirik/Hormozgan, killing four including a child and wounding more than 50, as explosions were also reported across southern Iran. Energy Markets: Oil jumped again—Brent settled near $94.65 (+4.6%) and WTI near $90.22 (+5.2%)—after reports of two tankers being hit and fears of further Hormuz disruptions. Sanctions & Finance: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled fresh bank-focused sanctions this week, while global bond markets sold off on war-and-inflation fears, pushing US 10-year yields toward 4.8%. Diplomacy Off-Ramp: Iran’s President Pezeshkian said Tehran will return to the June ceasefire MoU if the US does. Regional Fallout: Jordan and Kuwait reported intercepting new Iranian missile/drone attacks, while SCO leaders condemned the strikes and backed Iran’s sovereignty. Tech & Defense: A Financial Times report claims Russia is helping Iran develop supersonic cruise missiles, raising stakes for regional security.
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