AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRed Sea & Yemen Security: Houthi attacks in Yemen and on Saudi-linked targets kept pressure on regional shipping. In Marib, drone and missile strikes killed at least five civilians and hit government forces, while Saudi warned of further coordinated attacks. Maritime Disruption: The Bab el-Mandeb and Red Sea remain volatile as Houthis target tankers and threaten fees/blockade claims, pushing more vessels to reroute and raising costs for trade. Gulf Energy Risk: Oil prices stayed sensitive to Strait of Hormuz uncertainty, with Iran and Oman nearing a framework on managing the passage—though details and access terms remain disputed. Regional Defense Deal: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed the “Mecca Joint Defence Agreement,” saying an attack on one is an attack on all, as Riyadh faces Houthi pressure. Shipping Support & Safety: India reiterated safe, unimpeded navigation after a vessel incident near Yemen, while Gulf security efforts aim to protect sea lanes.
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