AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMiddle East Conflict Impact: Israeli airstrikes and artillery hit southern Lebanon overnight into Thursday, with Lebanese media reporting attacks from Tyre to Nabatieh and Khiam; the Health Ministry toll since Mar. 2 stands at 4,386 killed and 12,407 wounded. Aviation Sanctions Warning: Iran’s Supreme National Security Council warned regional states that if they cooperate with US efforts to stop Iranian flights, their own airports could be “paralyzed,” as US sanctions pressure the aviation sector. Food & Hospitality Business: Abu Dhabi-listed MAIR Group agreed to buy a 70% stake in Eslab, owner of Turkish-origin specialty coffee chain Espressolab (Espressolab), expanding MAIR’s F&B footprint beyond the UAE. Dubai Dining Reopenings: Several Dubai restaurants are returning for the new season, including Buddha-Bar with a new Red Tsuki theme and Shimmers reopening at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam. Trade Verification for F&B Supply Chains: Dubai-based Find In Food expanded verified company profiles for food, beverage and agriculture equipment makers ahead of CIAME and EIMA, aiming to help overseas buyers validate suppliers before deals. Kuwait Entertainment Ban: “Avengers: Endgame Encore” was banned in Kuwait, with cinema chains cancelling shows and issuing refunds.
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