AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGulf Security: Qatar says Iran attacked its LNG tanker Al Rekayyat in the Strait of Hormuz, as the US launched fresh strikes on Iran and revoked an oil sanctions waiver, while Iran’s IRGC retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait—raising fears the fragile ceasefire and shipping corridor could unravel. Energy Markets: Oil jumped after the escalation, and the IEA warned global gas demand may fall 0.5% in 2026 as LNG disruptions keep prices elevated. Qatar Business & Finance: HSBC Qatar teamed with Noqoody to let corporate clients accept card payments via Noqoody’s acquiring infrastructure, supporting digital collections. Diplomacy & Partnerships: Qatar participated in NATO’s Istanbul Cooperation Initiative talks in Ankara, announcing progress on an Individually Tailored Partnership Programme and a NATO peace-support centre in Qatar. World Cup Qatar 2026: Argentina stunned Egypt 3-2 to reach the quarterfinals, while Belgium beat the US 4-1 amid controversy over a lifted red-card suspension.
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