AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoGulf Security Escalation: Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi opened his tenure by ordering investigations and possible legal action over claims that drones hit Saudi Arabia and the UAE from Iraqi territory, as the National Security Council formed a special committee to coordinate with Riyadh and Abu Dhabi. UAE Pressure: The UAE demanded Baghdad stop “all hostile acts” from its soil, pointing to the Barakah nuclear plant drone attack and warning it could take “necessary measures” if Iraq fails. Oil Route Shock: With Hormuz disruptions tightening shipping, Iraq told oil officials to secure alternative export routes and keep tankers moving. Iran Tensions Spill Over: Iran’s expanding control of Hormuz—via checkpoints, deals, and sometimes fees—kept Iraqi crude tankers moving but raised the stakes for the region. Domestic Snapshot: Iraq’s judiciary reported 5,700 domestic violence cases and 17,200 divorce cases in early 2026 (excluding Kurdistan). Anti-Drug Win: Syria seized 25 million Captagon pills in its biggest bust yet.
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