AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTaliban Media Clampdown: Afghanistan’s Taliban shut three local radio stations in Kandahar—Tahsin al-Quran, Sanga, and Zama Ziwer—citing taxes, licensing, and “substandard” broadcasts, while urging stations to follow “Islamic principles,” drawing fresh criticism that the move is meant to silence public opinion. Eritrea at 35: Independence Day celebrations rolled across Eritrea and the diaspora under the theme “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee,” from Keren Stadium and Assab to events at the African Union in Addis Ababa and at the UN in New York, with officials stressing sovereignty, self-reliance, and staying the course. Red Sea Politics: A new Egypt–Eritrea maritime transport deal is framed as more than trade—another sign the Red Sea is entering a sharper strategic competition phase. Diplomatic Signals: India’s S. Jaishankar sent Independence Day greetings, highlighting ongoing India–Eritrea ties and consultations.
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