AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGaza Flotilla Fallout: Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheál Martin says he’s “appalled” by footage from Israel’s national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir showing detained Global Sumud Flotilla activists with hands tied and foreheads to the ground, as Netanyahu orders deportations “as soon as possible” and distances the government from Ben-Gvir’s taunting. Diplomatic Backlash: The video has triggered outrage across Europe, with Italy and Turkey among the governments condemning the treatment and demanding releases/apologies. Iran Tensions at Sea: Reuters reports Iran has tightened control of the Strait of Hormuz with checkpoints, inspections and passage fees, while the US says it has redirected commercial vessels to enforce maritime measures. Economy Pressure: The UN cut its 2026 global growth forecast and warned inflation could rise further as the energy crisis deepens.
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