AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLebanon-Israel framework: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said the trilateral peace framework aims to “empower” the Lebanese army and does not legitimize Israel’s presence on Lebanese soil, while Israel’s ambassador Leiter reiterated the deal’s focus is Hezbollah dismantlement, not a fixed withdrawal timetable. US-Iran diplomacy: The US and Oman are trying to break Iran’s Strait of Hormuz toll demands via indirect talks, with Iran still threatening ships despite discussions over unfreezing Iranian funds. Regional security and oil: Oil prices were little changed as Persian Gulf flows recover; Citi even warned Brent could fall toward $60 by year-end if “conflict fatigue” keeps the truce intact. Iran funeral politics: Iran began a week of mass ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with millions expected to mobilize amid tight security. Lebanon business & investment: Lebanese fintech Sarwa co-founder Nadine Mezher said the platform hit $1bn in client assets under management, highlighting growing appetite for retail investing in the region. Humanitarian pressure: UNRWA faces a breaking point, with calls for urgent funding to prevent collapse.
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