AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMiddle East & Markets: Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, with the U.S. shooting down several and striking targets as Washington weighs tougher economic pressure, including a plan to let Gulf allies tap frozen Iranian assets for war damages. Nuclear Diplomacy: Trump said he’s open to retrieving and destroying Iran’s enriched uranium only if a deal is reached, while intelligence and IAEA assessments remain mixed. Jobs & Consumer Pressure: The U.S. added about 172,000 jobs in May, but wages lag inflation; retailers report shoppers trading down and cutting back as fuel costs stay elevated. AI & Policy: OpenAI and lawmakers are debating public ownership in AI, while regulators face growing backlash over AI data centers and energy use. Healthcare & Pharma: Eli Lilly reported menopause-stage weight-loss results for Foundayo in women across trials. Local Governance & Infrastructure: Laredo’s toll-bridge plan is splitting city staff and industry leaders over who should pay and how spending affects trade. Energy & Defense: Germany moved closer to F-35 delivery after installing its F135 engine; Ukraine authorized the MAC OWL armored vehicle for service.
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