AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUS-Iran Escalation: Former US Defense Secretary Leon Panetta warned Trump has “drawn” America into an “unwinnable war” with Iran as Washington weighs fresh, harder strikes. Regional Fallout in Iraq: Iraq raised its military alert to the highest level and vowed tighter control after US-Saudi strikes hit Iran-backed militias, while Hezbollah condemned the attacks as a violation of Iraq’s sovereignty. Diplomacy vs. Pressure: Reports say the US and Israel are considering a land blockade to further isolate Iran, with Iraq named among potential partners—raising fears of retaliation and wider spillover. Iraq’s Security and Economy: US troop pullbacks and Patriot withdrawals from northern Iraq’s Kurdistan were reported amid ongoing attacks, while analysis pushed back on claims that US dollar shipments to Iraq are a major economic lifeline. Energy and Trade: The Iraq-Turkey pipeline was reported operational despite agreement expiry, and Chevron signaled “significant potential” in Iraq after new deals. Kurdistan Memory: Kurdistan marked the 43rd anniversary of the Barzani genocide, renewing calls for full reparations and accountability.
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