AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLebanon’s economy under strain: An IMF mission in Beirut says the Hezbollah-Israel conflict is driving a sharp 2026 contraction, double-digit inflation, a wider current-account deficit, and major damage to housing and infrastructure, with living standards worsening for displaced people. South Lebanon after UNIFIL: Lebanon’s government is still working to avoid an “international vacuum” after UNIFIL ends, as Israel reportedly opposes any new UN or European force and pushes for direct ties with the Lebanese army—while Lebanon insists the U.S. must oversee any verification mechanism. Regional security spillover: U.S. travel alerts warn Americans across Middle East countries, including Lebanon, about possible flight cancellations, airspace closures, and rapid escalation tied to Iran-backed Houthis and attacks on civilian airports. Oil spill science: Israeli researchers highlight new materials that can capture and break down oil spills, pointing to fresh tools for marine pollution response. Waterfront and displacement pressures: Gaza’s health system is described as “slowly dying” as fuel and spare parts shortages cripple hospital generators—raising broader concerns for regional water and sanitation impacts.
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