AGP Executive Report
Last update: 37 minutes agoUS-Iran diplomacy: The US and Iran signed a 14-point Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and setting a 60-day window for follow-on talks—though negotiations have already been postponed and the nuclear question remains the biggest sticking point. Ceasefire tensions in Lebanon: Trump says he urged Israel to agree a ceasefire with Hezbollah, even as fighting continues and Israel signals it will keep operating until ordered otherwise. Gaza on the ground: UNICEF highlights play and sports spaces as vital psychological relief for children in Gaza, while reports continue of deaths and medical evacuations blocked amid ongoing attacks. Legal pressure and activism: A UK court week looms for SOAS student Sarah Cotte, facing terrorism charges tied to pro-Palestine speech; meanwhile, Palestine Action supporters rally as appeals over its proscription continue. Travel & tourism angle: The UK Foreign Office updated travel advice for multiple countries after the US-Iran MOU, including lifting a ban for the UAE for now. Cultural diplomacy: Cairo’s Drums Dialogue for Peace festival opens with troupes including Palestine, aiming to use rhythm and heritage to promote dialogue.
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