AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNuclear Diplomacy: US Vice President JD Vance told Reuters Iran must make a “meaningful” cut to nuclear enrichment to end the seven-month war, warning Washington won’t trade “words for actions,” while also saying the US is unsure who truly decides in Tehran. Mediation Efforts: Qatar said US-Iran talks are still ongoing, with messages exchanged via Doha and partners including Pakistan, as UN chief Antonio Guterres praised Pakistan’s mediation role. US-Iran Tensions Spill Over: California Gov. Gavin Newsom and others condemned Trump’s remarks suggesting Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego, while the White House said he was referring to threats tied to a nuclear Iran. Regional Security: Saudi air defences intercepted a Houthi missile near Riyadh and also destroyed a ballistic missile aimed at Khamis Mushait, as Yemen’s conflict escalates. Energy Pressure: Massachusetts declared an energy emergency blaming Iran-war disruptions to Strait of Hormuz shipping, and UK diesel hit a record high amid the same shock. Saudi-Yemen Politics: Saudi Arabia reaffirmed support for Yemen’s legitimate leadership and vowed to end the Houthi coup, backing collective deterrence under the Makkah Alliance. Sports: Saudi Arabia won the Gulf Cup 27, beating the UAE 2-0 in Jeddah after a 22-year wait.
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