AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIran Oil Pressure: The US hit 12 Iran-linked individuals and firms tied to oil shipments to China, tightening the squeeze as the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. EU Sanctions: The EU agreed to sanction Israeli settlers in the West Bank and Hamas leaders, moving from deadlock to “delivery” with asset freezes and travel bans. Hormuz Fallout: Saudi Aramco’s CEO warned the “largest energy shock” could keep markets unstable into 2027 even if Hormuz reopens soon, with recovery taking months. Israel-US Rift: Netanyahu said Israel wants to wean itself off US military financial support to “draw down to zero” over the next decade. Syria Energy Pivot: Syria selected its first deep-water offshore oil-and-gas block for a Chevron-led project, signaling a push to restart investment after Assad’s fall. Lebanon Flashpoints: Fresh Israeli strikes killed civilians and wounded medics, while Israeli soldiers received prison terms for desecrating a Virgin Mary statue. Markets: Oil stayed volatile on renewed ceasefire hopes, but traders are bracing for longer disruption.
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