AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoJapan-China-Russia Tensions: China and Russia held live-fire drills about 180 km southwest of Okinotori in Japan’s disputed economic waters, prompting Tokyo to lodge a protest. Belgorod Civilian Toll: Ukrainian drone attacks killed 10 and injured scores in Russia’s Belgorod region; authorities also reported damage to Belgorod reservoir hydraulic equipment. Crypto Rules in Moscow: Russia’s Duma passed a crypto framework with a roughly $3,800 annual retail cap via licensed intermediaries, with key rules starting Sept. 1. Fuel Pressure: A new law introduces budget-backed “damping” for diesel import pricing, while reports say diesel shortages are driving long queues and price spikes. EU Sanctions Gridlock: The EU delayed its 21st Russia sanctions package over LNG restrictions, with Greece and Austria among the holdouts. War on the Move: Russia put Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief Mykhailo Drapatyi on a wanted list; UN rights officials flagged a major rise in civilian deaths and injuries. Diplomatic Friction: Russia summoned Moldova’s ambassador over alleged diplomatic-vehicle and personnel incidents in Chișinău. FBI Visit Talk: Politico reports FBI Director Kash Patel plans a rare trip to Russia in October, likely hosted by the FSB.
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