AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoJordan–US Security: Sirens in Amman and reports of Iranian strikes again put Jordan’s air defenses in the spotlight, with Jordan and Kuwait saying they intercepted Iranian missiles and drones as regional bases face repeated attacks. Regional Energy Shock: Oil jumped back above $100 a barrel as Red Sea shipping risks and Hormuz threats widen, raising fears of tighter fuel supplies and higher costs. Al-Aqsa Escalation: Jordan and several Arab and Muslim states condemned Israeli settler incursions and extremist actions at Al-Aqsa, warning they violate international law and threaten the status quo. Diplomacy & Trade: King Abdullah met UK business leaders in London and opened the Jordan–UK Business Forum, while Jordan and Japan launched a working group to deepen investment and economic cooperation. Economy Watch: The Amman Stock Exchange recorded JD11.7m in trading value, and local gold prices held steady with 21-karat selling at 84.5 JOD per gram. Humanitarian Pressure: Lexington Rescue Mission reported a record surge in meal demand as grocery prices and rent rise.
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