AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Iran Energy & Diplomacy: Oil markets stayed jumpy as the US and Iran traded strikes but kept “technical talks” alive, with Hormuz shipping down sharply and investors watching Gulf supply plans. Sanctions & Oil Trade: India’s refiners are reportedly weighing a return to Iranian crude purchases if Washington extends its sanctions waiver beyond Aug. 21. Regional Energy Logistics: Iraq and Türkiye agreed a new legal framework to keep Iraqi crude exports flowing through the Ceyhan port, including a one-year Kurdistan pipeline protocol. Israel Tech in War: Elbit says its Tzayad system generated massive “real-time intel targets” and battle plans across Gaza and Lebanon—sparking renewed scrutiny over automated targeting. Renewables Spotlight: Israel’s Ashalim “Eye of Sauron” solar thermal tower is drawing attention for its computer-controlled mirror field and high-profile engineering. Egypt Tech & AI Governance: Egypt topped Africa in the 2025 Government AI Readiness Index, citing policy capacity and resilience gains. Sports Tech Controversy: FIFA expanded VAR support after Egypt-Argentina disputes reignited fears over tech consistency. Archaeology for Tourism: Egypt announced a Byzantine residential city and tombs in the Dakhla Oasis and Marina el-Alamein, aiming to boost tourism.
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