AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIran-US diplomacy & oil markets: Trump said US and Iranian officials met at the UN and that talks were “very good,” while warning he could “annihilate” Iran if no deal comes—helping push Brent back below $100 and easing supply fears. Gulf shipping & security: Saudi Arabia resumed crude flows via its East-West pipeline to the Red Sea after earlier shutdowns, as Houthis’ rapid seizure of Yemen’s coast (with Iranian advisers reportedly helping) raises Red Sea/Bab al-Mandeb risk. Iran gas supply recovery: Iran restored about 50% of damaged South Pars gas capacity, with repairs expected to finish before winter. Regional energy stability: G7 foreign ministers condemned Houthi attacks as threats to global energy security and urged Iran to stop arming/supporting the group. Power & investment in the region: GE Vernova signed services for five Egyptian gas turbines to extend operating life by 13–15 years. Economy backdrop: OECD trimmed Türkiye’s 2026 growth outlook to 2.7% while lifting inflation forecasts, citing the wider Middle East energy shock. Trade routes: Iraq is exporting fuel oil via Jordan’s Port of Aqaba, while discussions continue on the Haditha–Aqaqba pipeline.
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