AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHormuz Mine-Clearing Prep: France says it has “no certainty” about reports of mines in the Strait of Hormuz, but is preparing demining capabilities and says it already has a vessel based in Djibouti; the warning comes as Iran’s IRGC warns any renewed strikes could widen the war risk. Italian Naval Move: Italy has forward-deployed two minesweepers toward Hormuz, but says they would only operate under security conditions tied to a lasting truce. Regional Climate Pressure: IGAD’s forecast for June–September 2026 points to below-normal rainfall across much of the Greater Horn, including Djibouti, raising stakes for water and food planning. Djibouti Governance: President Guelleh named a new 26-member cabinet with eight women and one secretary of state. Horn Diplomacy: IGAD plans regional election observers for Ethiopia’s June 1 vote, while Ethiopia’s leaders push “regional agency” for peace.
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