AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS-Russia Sanctions: The US Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by an 86-11 vote, sending it to the House. The bill would let President Trump impose up to 100% tariffs on the top five buyers of Russian oil and gas—currently including China and India—while also expanding sanctions tied to Russia’s war economy and shadow maritime networks. NATO Alarm: A Wall Street Journal report says US intelligence warns Russia could carry out a “limited incursion” into a NATO member within the next few years, with cyberattacks and small land moves among the scenarios. Ukraine Strikes: Russia hit Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight, killing three people including a child, while other reports highlight continued attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure and ports. Regional Diplomacy: Volodymyr Zelensky made his first official visit to Russia-friendly Serbia for talks with Aleksandar Vučić, as Belgrade balances ties with Moscow and the West. Local Russia Watch: Moscow is expanding the “Amina” app requirement for more categories of foreign visitors and residents starting Sept. 1. Environment: NGOs warn of a potential oil spill near Oman tied to Russia’s shadow fleet tanker Caroline Bezengi, with satellite imagery showing a growing slick.
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