AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Diplomacy: Iran says it sent the US a seven-day plan via Qatar to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart talks, but reports say Trump rejected it and expects renewed bombing after November midterms. Qatar’s Role in Mediation: Qatar’s PM/foreign minister said Doha held indirect contacts with Tehran and sensed willingness to move negotiations forward, while Qatar’s leadership called the situation “very difficult, very challenging.” Regional Reactions: Jordan’s Ayman Safadi said Jordan will not allow forced displacement of Palestinians and urged an end to interference; Iran’s Pezeshkian reiterated distrust of Washington and demanded a concrete US response. Tech & Investment: Microsoft announced a $10bn Middle East push for cloud, AI, cyber resilience and skills, with Qatar among the Gulf partners. Qatar Updates: Qatar published a list of 34 countries eligible for a free 90-day multi-entry tourist visa, with Seychelles the only African country. Sports: Qatar’s 3x3 basketball and handball teams advanced at the Asian Games, while F1’s Qatar Airways Azerbaijan GP is set for today in Baku amid debate over whether the season should continue in the Middle East.
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