AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGulf Security Escalation: The US and Iran traded wider strikes for a sixth straight day, with Washington hitting bridges, ports and other infrastructure in southern Iran and Tehran warning it will keep retaliating until “calm returns” to the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain in the Crosshairs: Bahrain reported intercepting Iranian aerial attacks as sirens sounded, while Iran claimed drone strikes targeted US-linked military assets in the kingdom, including at the Fifth Fleet area. Kuwait’s Civilian Impact: Kuwait said an Iranian attack damaged a power generation and water desalination plant, triggering a fire and forcing residents to conserve electricity. Regional Ripple Effects: Qatar also reported interceptions, and the renewed fighting has further disrupted Hormuz shipping and raised fears of a full regional war. Bahrain Business & Digital Moves: Bahrain Bourse appointed Marwa AlMaskati as Chief Strategy Officer, while Mazad integrated Bahrain’s eKey 2.0 national digital identity into its auction platform. Tourism & Culture: Bahrain’s summer events push gained momentum, and a feature highlighted Manama Souk’s food culture.
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