AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEU Aviation Safety Warning: The EU Aviation Safety Agency extended its guidance telling airlines to avoid Iran and Iraq airspace until Aug. 31, citing volatile conditions and escalation risk. Iraq-Iran Funeral Politics: In Najaf, Iraq declared a public holiday as Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin moved through packed streets, with Iraqi and Iranian leaders attending receptions and prayers, and the procession continuing toward Karbala. Hormuz Escalation: As the funeral unfolded, the U.S. launched strikes on Iran after attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, revoked an oil sales license, and Trump said the Iran ceasefire/MoU is “over” while talks can continue; Iran retaliated with strikes on U.S. sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, raising fears the fragile deal could collapse. Basra Investment: KEPPT said J.P. Morgan will arrange financing for a $1.6bn urea plant in Basra, targeting reduced imports and support for agriculture. Anti-Corruption Crackdown: Iraq’s anti-corruption drive faced skepticism even after dramatic raids in Baghdad’s Green Zone seized large sums and gold.
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