AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGulf Security Update: Bahrain’s Defense Force says it intercepted Iranian aerial attacks aimed at civilians, urging people to avoid suspicious objects while Royal Field Engineering stands ready. US-Iran Escalation: CENTCOM reports fresh strikes on Greater Tunb Island to degrade Iran’s ability to hit commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as Trump warns next week could target power plants and bridges unless talks resume. Kuwait Defense: Kuwait’s military says it is intercepting incoming missiles and drones amid the renewed exchanges. Shipping & Energy Shock: Iran threatens to cut regional oil and gas exports under the US naval blockade, while oil prices climb again as Strait disruption fears return. Tech & Markets: ASML’s stronger earnings lift chip sentiment, with tech futures supported even as geopolitical risk lingers. Kuwait Digital Payments: Kuwait Airways launches fee-free instalments with Taly, splitting tickets into four interest-free payments from August 1. Space Tech in Europe: SES and Airbus plan an optical ground station for EAGLE-1 to deliver quantum-safe keys via laser links. Local Construction: CSCEC Middle East wins a contract for a 55-storey Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority tower in Sharq, targeting 2028 completion.
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