AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoMiddle East Flash: The US resumed strikes on Iran and reinstated a blockade on Iranian ports, with President Trump saying the Strait of Hormuz will stay open “for a fee” (20% on cargo), while Iran warned the US will not interfere and said any Gulf support for Washington would be “an act of war.” Kuwait in the line of fire: Reports say Iranian attacks hit US-linked targets across the Gulf, including missiles and drones affecting Kuwait, as sirens sounded in Bahrain and Jordan and the Hormuz situation stayed volatile. Shipping hit: The UAE said Iranian cruise missiles struck two UAE tankers (Mombasa and Al Bahiyah) in Omani waters, killing one Indian crew member and injuring eight others. Local health: Al-Adan Hospital launched a knee replacement surgery program, completing two first procedures and scheduling more. Local health services: Kuwait’s MOH opened an expanded Farwaniya medical screening center for food handlers, adding a female section and boosting annual capacity. Sports & culture: Kuwait University wrapped up a national game programming contest with 267 students; Al-Arabi signed Brazilian Lucas Challon; Kuwait eyes a deep run as the West Asia Volleyball Championship begins in Muscat. Entertainment business: Paramount Skydance pushed back against a 12-state antitrust lawsuit trying to block its Warner Bros merger.
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