AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWorld Cup Under Fire: Iran’s squad is preparing for the 2026 tournament in Turkey while war with the host nation and visa worries hang over preparations, with players describing mounting mental strain. Cost-of-Living Shock: In Iran, prices are rising “by the hour” as a US Gulf blockade squeezes supply chains, pushing families toward crisis. Gulf Aviation Disruption: Kuwait says Iranian drones damaged its main airport terminal, killing one and injuring dozens, while flights were suspended and then partially resumed amid escalating US-Iran exchanges. Ceasefire & “Pilot Zones”: Lebanon and Israel agreed to renew a conditional ceasefire and set up Lebanese army-controlled “pilot zones,” excluding non-state actors, as talks continue in Washington. US War Powers Clash: The US House voted to block Trump from ordering further strikes on Iran, a rare bipartisan rebuke that still faces a tough Senate path. Travel Demand Hit: IATA reports Middle East war dragged global air passenger demand down in April, with Middle East carriers hardest hit. UAE Holiday: The UAE announced June 15 as Hijri New Year public holiday for public and private workers. Hospitality Expansion: Rotana signed its first ski resort deal in Georgia (Gudauri), adding a new mountain category to its portfolio.
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