AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMakkah Defence Pact: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed the “Makkah Joint Defence Agreement,” with an “attack on one, attack on all” clause, as regional tensions rise around the US-Iran war and shipping disruptions. NATO Clarification: Türkiye’s disinformation body rejected claims the pact conflicts with NATO’s Article 5, saying it’s defensive and complementary. Iran’s Messaging: Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araqchi touted Iranian military readiness versus the US and urged Muslim unity and “rely on ourselves.” Hormuz Talks Pressure: Iran and Oman’s Strait of Hormuz framework is said to be finalized, while US officials signal a deal is near—yet Iran keeps pushing for more control. US Sanctions & Crypto: The US Treasury sanctioned Dubai-based Shelbit and another Iranian crypto exchange over alleged IRGC-linked sanctions evasion. Lebanon-Israel Track: Lebanon says progress was made in Rome talks on border and prisoner issues, with US follow-up expected. Media/Marcom Angle: Apple has been certified as a trusted digital service provider in Iraq, enabling official operation of Apple’s services under the CMC framework.
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