AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMiddle East Escalation: Iran’s IRGC claimed it destroyed eight US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain in a missile-and-drone operation, as Kuwait reported intercepts and Bahrain reported impacts amid renewed US strikes after an oil tanker attack near the Strait of Hormuz. Missile Defense Push: Ukraine’s Fire Point said it is accelerating a European ballistic missile defense effort with German radar partner Hensoldt, aiming for interceptors by year-end as demand rises. NATO Funding Rift: Slovakia’s PM Robert Fico rejected a NATO plan to fund new Ukraine arms manufacturing at the Ankara summit, warning of escalation risks. Defense Industry & Exports: Cyprus showcased unmanned, counter-drone, maritime autonomy and cyber systems at Eurosatory, signing cooperation memoranda with international partners. Space & Sovereignty: The UAE’s Orbitworks prepared to launch its Altair satellite constellation, positioning the country as a space technology exporter. Procurement Watch: Switzerland made a CHF500m advance payment for F-35A jets to keep its US-funded procurement account on track. Leadership & Culture: A US Army veteran’s book spotlights “good, bad, toxic, and political” leadership inside the military.
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