AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUkraine-Russia War & Diplomacy: Ukraine says it intercepted five Russian ballistic missiles overnight, while Russia keeps targeting missile and drone production and Ukraine’s allies push more air defense; Germany’s Merz urged Putin to stop attacks and agree a ceasefire, but the Kremlin insists there can be no security guarantees for Ukraine without Russia. Fuel Crunch at Home: Ukrainian drone strikes hit major Russian refineries including Afipsky and Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat, deepening a fuel shortage that’s now disrupting hospitals and fire services as state fuel contracts collapse. EU Sanctions Deadline: EU diplomats are scrambling over the 21st sanctions package as the oil price-cap deadline nears, with disputes over items like Kirill, seafood, and visa rules. Coalition of the Willing in Focus: France’s Bastille Day parade put Ukraine front and center, while Paris hosted allies pledging faster support. Military Cooperation Watch: China and Russia held joint naval drills and showcased undersea coordination, including submarines operating together. Trade & Regional Ripples: Russia plans to reroute grain exports after Sea of Azov attacks, and Armenia-Russia trade fell sharply amid import restrictions.
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