AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIraq State Arms Control: In Baghdad, Iraq’s US-backed government faces a potentially delayed showdown as factions reject “placing arms under state control,” with reports saying PM Ali al-Zaidi may approve military appointments inside the Popular Mobilization Forces while Sadrist and Iran-linked groups announce they’re breaking away and forming a joint committee to implement disarmament steps. Gulf Security Tensions: Iran–US conflict escalates again across the Gulf as missile and drone attacks hit regional civilian infrastructure; Bahrain says its air defenses intercepted and destroyed multiple drones and missiles, while Iran’s foreign minister warns strikes will continue as “self-defence.” AI + Biotech Deal: Alnylam and Inceptive Nucleics announce a strategic AI collaboration to speed RNAi drug discovery, up to $2B in value, pairing generative life models with Alnylam’s R&D engine. Digital Assets Sanctions: The US Treasury’s OFAC targets Iran’s Nobitex and other exchanges for sanctions evasion and terror-finance support. Tech in Work Culture: A survey ahead of the 2026 World Cup finds many US workers plan to use AI to stay productive while watching matches during the workday.
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