AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Iran Escalation: The US says it launched additional strikes on Iran, while Iran’s IRGC declared the Strait of Hormuz “closed to all vessels,” warning ships could be targeted—raising fears of wider regional disruption. US Embassy Warning: The US Embassy in Baghdad urged Americans to leave Iraq and issued “heightened readiness” alerts, citing possible travel disruptions and airspace closures. Militia Integration Push: Iraq linked militia disarmament to a September deadline tied to the end of the ISIS coalition mission, as pro-Iran groups begin handing over arms data to state structures. Iraq-Jordan Security Ties: Jordan’s PM told Iraq’s parliament speaker that Iraq’s security is a pillar of regional stability, warning about non-state armed activity spilling across borders. Oil Market: Iraq cut July Basrah medium OSP to Asia to plus $0.30/bbl versus June, signaling tighter pricing as routes face Hormuz pressure. Health Watch: Iraq reported 145 Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever cases and nine deaths since early May, with Dhi Qar the hardest hit. World Cup Fallout for Iraqis: As the 2026 tournament kicks off, Iraqi players and staff have faced US entry scrutiny, including reports of an Iraqi striker questioned for hours at Chicago’s O’Hare.
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