AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMiddle East Escalation: The US launched fresh strikes on Iran, targeting surveillance, communications and air-defence sites as Trump warned more attacks without a deal, while Iran retaliated and shipping fears returned. Diplomacy at the UN: India backed a two-state solution and called for a Gaza ceasefire, pledging $2.5m to UNRWA, and urged restraint after attacks on merchant shipping; China pressed for political solutions at a Security Council debate. South Asia Foreign Policy: Nepal’s FM Shisir Khanal briefed parliament after a visit to India and said he will soon go to China, stressing sovereignty and multi-dimensional diplomacy. EU Politics: Ireland welcomed EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos ahead of its Council Presidency, with the Tánaiste warning Middle East uncertainty could hit Europe’s growth and energy markets. India’s Opposition Turmoil: In West Bengal, TMC’s internal crisis deepened as MP Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from Rajya Sabha and rebels traded claims with Mahua Moitra, while Abhishek Banerjee met Rahul Gandhi amid merger speculation. Defense Industry: Germany’s industry moved to build a new sixth-generation fighter after FCAS collapsed, with Team Gen 6 seeking political and funding support. Liberia Governance: Liberia’s Governance Commission and Law Reform Commission launched a two-day public dialogue on whether to amend or revise the 1986 constitution.
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