AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS-Iran Hormuz Escalation: The US launched “powerful” strikes on Iran after three merchant ships were hit in the Strait of Hormuz, revoking a temporary waiver for Iranian oil sales and pushing oil prices sharply higher; Trump said the Iran ceasefire/MoU is “over,” while Iran retaliated by targeting US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, raising fresh fears that the fragile talks could collapse. Aviation Disruption: The EU aviation safety watchdog extended its advice to avoid Iran and Iraq airspace until Aug. 31, citing ongoing volatility and the risk of further military escalation. Oman Market Watch: Oman’s OMIFCO shares jumped nearly 20% on their Muscat Stock Exchange debut after a $678m IPO, with investors showing strong demand despite regional tensions. Oman Business & Energy: Minerals Development Oman (MDO) signed a partnership with Kazakhstan’s Solidcore Resources to explore and develop a copper-gold project in North Al Batinah, while OQ agreed to divest its stake in Majis Industrial Services. Local Life: Oman distributed more than 274,000 fruit and wild tree seedlings nationwide to boost food security and green cover.
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