AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoG7 Opening in Évian: France kicked off the 52nd G7 as leaders—including Germany’s Merz and Chancellor—arrived to focus on the US-Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening, with the deal expected to be signed in Switzerland and already moving markets. Berlin’s Hormuz stance: Germany signaled it would only join mine-clearing if fighting ends and both sides back the mission, with parliamentary approval required. Energy shockwave: Oil slid to multi-month lows as traders reacted to the agreement, but reporting warned full flows could still take weeks as ships and producers restart. EU Russia pressure: The EU Council confirmed a new sanctions package targeting Russia’s war economy, shadow fleet and hybrid threats. EU Israel settlement dispute: EU foreign ministers failed to reach unanimity on sanctions for far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir, despite strong national pushes. Tech and security: Germany discussed drone cooperation as Japan weighs joining Europe’s Eurodrone effort, while FIFA opened an investigation into a VAR official’s controversial hand gesture. Global governance: Slovakia backed India’s bid for a reformed, expanded UN Security Council, echoing wider calls for institutional change.
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