AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEU Sanctions & Security: Kaja Kallas says the EU will unveil its biggest Russia sanctions package since the war this autumn, with plans to add about 1,600 people and entities tied to Russia’s military-industrial complex. Ukraine War: Zelenskyy vowed Ukraine will “definitely respond” after an overnight Russian strike killed 10 in Kharkiv region. Energy & Trade: A sanctions-monitoring NGO reports Greek firm Dynagas shipped 2.35bn euros of Russian LNG to EU customers in seven months, highlighting how a Greek exemption keeps Russian gas flowing. Public Finance: A survey of fixed-income professionals flags geopolitical shocks, high government debt and persistent inflation as top risks. Wildfires & Cost of Living: Spain and the UK issued fresh travel warnings as extreme wildfire risk peaks; France’s insurers warn premiums may rise after a costly season. EU Aid: The Commission released €1.5m emergency aid to Nigeria to curb cholera, as part of a €2.3m wider package for West and Central Africa. Domestic Politics (UK): Andy Burnham is set to block water companies’ proposed “surge pricing” during drought. Elections (Africa): Zambia’s Hakainde Hichilema won a second term with 60% amid opposition complaints and EU observer concerns.
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