AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Escalation: The US carried out strikes on Iran on Friday after a drone attack on a cargo ship near Oman, with CENTCOM saying it hit missile/drone storage and coastal radar sites; Trump called it a “foolish violation” of the ceasefire while Iran and Bahrain traded accusations, and Iran later said it struck targets linked to US forces. Maritime Safety & UN Evacuation: The UN’s IMO said it paused the evacuation/escort effort after the Ever Lovely incident, pending safety guarantees from parties including Oman, the US and Iran. US Push to Keep Traffic Moving: A US Navy-linked maritime body said a route near Oman is expanding for inbound and outbound traffic, underscoring pressure on Iran’s insistence on control and possible transit fees. Oman Domestic Policy: Oman begins the fifth phase of its plastic shopping bag ban on 1 July, expanding restrictions to more retail sectors. Diplomatic Ties: India’s new ambassador presented credentials to Oman’s foreign minister, reaffirming stronger bilateral cooperation.
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