AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Escalation: The UAE blamed Iran for drone attacks on two ADNOC tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, with Qatar, Kuwait, Egypt and Bahrain also condemning the strikes and calling for the waterway to reopen without conditions. US Economic Pressure: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington will unveil “unprecedented” economic isolation measures next week, paired with an indefinite naval blockade posture, while JD Vance framed the top goal as keeping oil and gas cheap for Americans. Iran Tightens Control: Iran’s parliament approved principles for a strategic plan to govern security and development in the Strait and Persian Gulf, aiming to bar “hostile” vessels including US and Israel-linked traffic. Oil & Markets Watch: European stocks were mixed as investors weighed the Iran-war risk premium; oil prices moved higher on blockade threats and supply concerns. Türkiye Economy: Türkiye reported paid employment up 2.5% y/y in June and electricity generation up 6.51% y/y, signaling continued domestic momentum despite regional shocks. BRICS Finance: Iran’s central bank governor said Tehran will soon join the BRICS New Development Bank, alongside talks on payment links and digital currencies to speed cross-border transfers.
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