AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLebanon-US Diplomacy: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is set for a White House meeting with Donald Trump after Marco Rubio praised Aoun’s push to reclaim sovereignty by disarming Hezbollah and dismantling its infrastructure. Regional Tensions: The US says it has carried out an eighth straight night of strikes on Iran, amid reports of missile activity toward Israel and fresh Iranian attacks across the Gulf, as the Strait of Hormuz standoff raises fears of wider escalation. Lebanon in the Spotlight: A new report argues Qatar’s mediation role in the Iran and Lebanon ceasefires is being targeted by a coordinated political and media campaign. Arts & Culture (Sports): Lebanon’s football and wider MENA sports scene also shows up in coverage, from World Cup watch parties offering distraction in war-hit regions to a profile of Lebanese-heritage figures in global sport. Local Business & Media: A report highlights how TikTok is helping Lebanese small businesses survive the economic squeeze, turning low-cost content into real sales. Sports (Lebanon-linked): Lebanon is listed among teams in the West Asian Men’s Volleyball Championship group stage, with Iraq beating Lebanon 3-0.
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