AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMiddle East Security: Jordan says its air defences shot down eight Iranian missiles early Thursday, with no casualties or damage reported as debris was cleared by the Royal Engineering Corps. US-Iran Escalation: The US says it struck Iranian military targets along the coast to limit Tehran’s ability to threaten shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran retaliated by targeting US-allied Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan with missiles and drones. Hezbollah Arms Plot: Syria intercepted a major shipment of weapons hidden in a tanker truck near the Syrian-Iraqi border, including long-range missiles, guided anti-tank weapons and drones, reportedly bound for Hezbollah. Carney Murder Case: Jordan confirmed a suspect linked to the killing of US mother Jamey Carney is detained for 15 days; Ireland’s Justice Minister said “innovative mechanisms” could let Gardaí question and possibly bring him back despite no extradition deal. Local Impact: Greater Amman Municipality announced temporary bridge closures for maintenance on Al-Mahatta and station bridges. Aid & Economy: JHCO sent its 10th humanitarian convoy to Lebanon; EU support up to €1.6bn backs Jordan’s National Water Carrier project; Lufthansa plans to resume Amman flights from October.
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