AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoUS-Iran Pressure: Trump escalated the war of words, warning Iran the “clock is ticking” as nuclear talks stall, while Washington’s reported demands include surrendering 400kg of enriched uranium and keeping only one facility active—Tehran counters with its own conditions: sanctions relief, release of frozen assets, and an end to regional military operations. Taliban Control & Kabul Impact: In western Kabul, residents say the Taliban demolished homes and shops for a road project without compensation or notice, while separate reports describe a push to cut Kabul’s fiber-optic internet access—tightening surveillance and squeezing livelihoods. Afghanistan Connectivity: China-Afghanistan talks highlight progress on the Wakhan road, with officials saying basic work is done and remaining tasks are underway. Trade & Power Links: Turkmenistan and Afghanistan energy officials say a 500 kV transmission line project is advancing toward completion in about a year, and Uzbekistan-Afghanistan talks focus on speeding transit through Hairatan port. Local Economy: Construction has started on a nearly $2m rice processing factory in Baghlan, aiming to create jobs and boost local production.
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