AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIsrael–Somaliland Pivot: Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland, Michael Lotem, says ties are expanding beyond security into energy, infrastructure, technology, education, and communications after Israel’s recognition of Somaliland last December. Gulf Alliance Tensions: Netanyahu is publicly spotlighting Israel–UAE cooperation, but the UAE is staying guarded—highlighting how Iran-war pressure is forcing alliances into the open. Somalia Under Scrutiny: Turkey is deepening its military footprint in Somalia as election turmoil and regional rivalry intensify, drawing sharper criticism of its growing scale. Pentagon Civilian-Care Backlash: A Pentagon watchdog says civilian harm mitigation has been gutted, leaving the U.S. unable to adequately protect noncombatants. Yemen’s War Economy: In Houthi-controlled areas, telecom “donations” are described as a digital pipeline funding missiles and drones—turning everyday phone balances into war finance. Maritime Pressure: With Red Sea/Hormuz disruptions and Somalia piracy returning, shipping risk is rising again.
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