AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUS Policy & Sanctions: The US Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, with a provision that could trigger up to 100% tariffs on top Russian crude and gas buyers—explicitly naming China and India—while also extending Iran sanctions through 2031 and expanding pressure on Iran’s energy, shipping, and finance sectors. Regional Security: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a NATO-style “Mecca Joint Defense Agreement,” treating an attack on one as an attack on all, as Iran war risks keep rising across the Gulf. Hormuz Negotiations: Iran and Oman signaled a deal is close on Strait of Hormuz transit rules, with reports that Tehran wants a role in managing entry and may seek fees or restrictions on US/Israeli shipping—keeping oil markets jumpy. Defense Tech & Drones: Iran published footage and wreckage claims tied to captured US and Israeli drones, pointing to reverse-engineering efforts. US Economy Watch: US employers cut 23,000 jobs in July; unemployment fell to 4.1%, easing rate-hike fears and helping stocks and European markets rally. Critical Minerals Push: Trump announced new US mining and processing funding, including battery and scandium-related investments, to reduce reliance on China for defense-linked materials.
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