AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHormuz Flashpoint: The U.S. says it struck two Iranian-flagged tankers trying to breach its blockade, while Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warns any attack on its vessels will trigger “heavy assault” on U.S. bases—raising fresh doubts about the fragile ceasefire. Bahrain Security: Bahrain says it arrested dozens linked to the IRGC, as Washington waits for Tehran’s response to a new deal proposal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and rolling back nuclear steps. Gulf Markets: Most Gulf bourses fell as investors tracked the Trump-Xi meeting and oil-demand downgrades tied to the war’s drag on the outlook. Corporate Watch: Bahrain Car Parks Company (Amakin) reported Q1 net profit of BD189,000 (down 23%), citing project delays from regional conflict; GFH Bank posted Q1 net profit up 16.5% to US$35.11m. Regional Integration: GCC leaders reiterated that deeper integration is now a strategic necessity, with pipeline and railway studies back on the agenda.
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