AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoF-35 Turkey Row: Netanyahu warned a US F-35 sale to Türkiye would “destroy” the Middle East balance; Greece stayed cautious while Turkey dismissed Israeli claims as disinformation, and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Israel visit was reportedly canceled amid the fallout. Lebanon Talks Under Strain: Israel launched fresh strikes in southern Lebanon ahead of new Rome talks, while Lebanon’s FM said the framework agreement isn’t final and stressed withdrawal, prisoner releases, and border demarcation. Gaza—Doctors and Civilians Under Fire: UN experts urged Israel to immediately release detained Gaza pediatrician Hussam Abu Safiya, citing torture and imminent risk; separate reports said an Israeli strike killed a World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before Egypt-Argentina kickoff. Diplomacy—Jordan Water Pressure: Israel refused to renew its water agreement with Jordan, raising fears of a bargaining chip in a growing diplomatic row. Europe—Settlements Ban: Ireland’s parliament approved a bill banning imports from illegal Israeli settlements. Economy & Markets: Israel’s fiscal deficit narrowed to 3.3% of GDP as tax revenues jumped, but Tel Aviv stocks and clean-tech shares slid on Iran-related market fears. Culture & Politics: Eurovision: Israel’s Noam Bettan won second place amid boycotts; in Israel’s orbit, a reserve officer warned of “moral deterioration” in the army.
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