AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGaza Rules of Engagement Under Fire: Israel’s Channel 13 aired soldier claims that troops were ordered to “kill immediately” any man encountered in Gaza, including even people with white flags—sparking renewed scrutiny of Israel’s rules of engagement after official findings were challenged. Lebanon Health-Care Attacks: Lebanon’s health ministry accused the IDF of deliberately targeting medics in strikes on May 11, killing dozens including health workers, as the conflict grinds on despite a US-brokered ceasefire. Iran War Meets US Politics: In Washington, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced bipartisan grilling over the Iran war and costs, while Trump escalated rhetoric—calling criticism “virtual treason” and saying Americans’ finances won’t shape talks. Gulf Defense Signals: New reporting says Israel supplied the UAE with Iron Dome and troops to operate it during the Iran conflict, underscoring deeper Israel-UAE security alignment. Regional Diplomacy Pivot: Pakistan’s defense minister hinted Qatar and Türkiye could join a broader Saudi-Pakistan-style defense/economic framework. Eurovision Boycotts: Israel and Finland advanced to the Eurovision final as multiple countries boycotted over Israel’s participation, reflecting widening cultural-political fractures.
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