AGP Executive Report

Middle East Diplomacy: President Trump says a US-Iran peace deal will be signed Sunday, with the Strait of Hormuz “open to all” immediately after. Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif says Washington and Tehran have agreed the final text within 24 hours. US Politics & Courts: Crews removed Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center after a judge ruled only Congress can rename the venue. Canada Trade Enforcement: Canada introduced legislation to tighten the ban on goods made with forced labor, including a high-risk list and longer detention powers for imports. India Domestic Politics: Congress launched a nationwide campaign on exam paper leaks, recruitment irregularities and youth unemployment, with Rahul Gandhi leading student conventions starting June 17 in Kota. India-France Ties: PM Modi arrived in Nice for talks with President Macron and the “Bharat Innovates” event, as India and France mark a “Year of Innovation.” Pakistan Governance: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa lawmakers vowed to protect provincial budget autonomy and pursue legal options if Imran Khan’s access remains blocked.

US Surveillance Standoff: Congress let FISA Section 702 expire after rejecting a short extension, leaving a major foreign-intelligence tool in limbo as lawmakers clash over President Trump’s acting DNI pick, Bill Pulte. India Opposition Push: Rahul Gandhi accused the ECI of “seat chori” after the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan’s Rajya Sabha nomination, as Congress ramps up protests and a nationwide drive against paper leaks, exam irregularities, and unemployment. South Africa Politics & Rights: Embrace Dignity warned a court bid for full sex-trade decriminalisation could worsen exploitation, urging instead a “Sankara Equality Law” model. South Africa Governance: President Ramaphosa’s urgent court bid could delay Parliament’s impeachment process. International Diplomacy: Canada’s PM Mark Carney begins a two-day Ireland visit, with security road closures in Dublin. Global Flashpoints: DR Congo opposition figures were injured in clashes over proposed constitutional changes that could enable a third presidential term.

Spy Powers Standoff: Congress failed to extend FISA Section 702 before Friday’s deadline, raising the odds of a rare lapse in U.S. foreign surveillance as Democrats demand Bill Pulte be withdrawn and a permanent DNI nominee be named. Iran Talks and Trump Moves: Trump called off new strikes on Iran after talks reached “the highest level,” while Iran’s parliament speaker warned against “wrong strategies” that could worsen the situation. South Africa Impeachment Fight: President Ramaphosa filed an urgent court bid to halt the start of an impeachment process tied to his “Farmgate” scandal. U.S. Supreme Court on Rajya Sabha: The Supreme Court dismissed Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan’s plea over rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination, pointing her to other legal routes. UK AI Education Push: Prime Minister Starmer vowed to roll out “AI tutors” for 450,000 children on free school meals, aiming to narrow attainment gaps. Moldova Governance Drive: President Maia Sandu urged citizens to learn about local public administration reform after a government information campaign. Virginia Internship Expansion: Gov. Spanberger signed a law creating a State Internship Coordinator to expand government internship opportunities. Japan Crypto Overhaul: Japan’s parliament passed a bill treating crypto as a financial instrument and cutting the top tax rate on gains to 20%. Cuba Economic Reforms: Cuba’s president announced new economic reforms to attract investment and involve Cubans abroad.

Middle East Ceasefire Flip: US President Donald Trump says he has called off new strikes on Iran after talks reached Iran’s top leadership, while Iran’s parliament speaker warns “wrong strategies” could worsen the situation. UK Parliament & Humanitarian Law: Prime Minister Keir Starmer tells MPs UK charities must not support illegal Israeli settlements, pushing sanctions and Charity Commission guidance. South Asia Parliamentary Clash: Nepal lawmakers demand a probe into a finance bill dispute, arguing the sovereign parliament shouldn’t be “devalued.” India Rajya Sabha Fight: India’s Supreme Court rejects Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan’s plea over rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination, directing her to the Election Commission; Congress protests in Delhi. South Korea Court Ruling: Ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol gets an additional 30-year sentence over a drone operation tied to efforts to trigger North Korea retaliation. Pakistan State Firm Overhaul: Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari signs assent completing legal steps for PIA privatisation. Poland Crypto Standoff: President Karol Nawrocki vetoes a crypto-assets bill for a third time, citing ineffective consumer protection and repeated drafts. Global Diplomacy: Canada’s PM Mark Carney meets France’s Macron in Paris ahead of the G7.

Middle East Tensions: President Donald Trump abruptly canceled new strikes on Iran after talks reached “the highest level,” while still warning of major escalation and oil-industry pressure if negotiations fail. Diplomacy & Mediation: At the Oslo Forum, a prime minister’s adviser said mediation is shifting from ending wars to only securing ceasefires, urging stronger international mechanisms. Quebec Politics: Quebec’s CAQ government abandoned its bid to create a Quebec constitution, with critics calling it illegitimate and divisive. Tribal Sovereignty: Oklahoma’s Cherokee leaders advanced a bill to replace state oversight of language immersion schools with tribal government control. US Congress & Surveillance: Congress again failed to renew FISA spy powers, setting up an expiration fight. Elections & Voting Rules: Ohio passed a law requiring photo ID for absentee mail ballots starting in 2027. Public Safety & Tech: Kentucky lawmakers reviewed work-zone speed enforcement cameras, using automated citations tied to local police. Energy & Markets: Romania faces EU pressure over unpredictable energy policy, while Quebec also passed a domestic-violence disclosure law for at-risk partners.

Middle East Escalation: President Trump said the U.S. will strike Iran again after a helicopter collision with an Iranian drone, while also claiming the U.S. has been secretly moving “millions of barrels” of oil past Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz. Nepal Party Politics: Nepali Congress membership updates for active status end at midnight, with the party warning only members with an NCID can attend its September convention; outgoing spokesperson Prakash Sharan Mahat also urged a short-term consensus mechanism to keep the 15th convention fair. India Congress vs Modi Milestone: Congress attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s record 12-year tenure as “murder of democracy,” while President Droupadi Murmu praised Modi’s transformations in a congratulatory letter. EU Climate Governance: EU negotiators struck a deal to revise the ETS2 Market Stability Reserve, aiming to curb price spikes and boost intervention power ahead of the 2028 rollout. Romania Coalition Deadlock: Romanian President Nicușor Dan urged parties to back PM-designate Eugen Tomac to avoid prolonged instability and an economic collapse. World Cup Politics: FIFA chief Gianni Infantino told critics to “chill, relax” over visa and travel chaos, including the U.S. denial of entry for a Somali referee. Parliament Oversight: Sri Lanka’s Parliament is getting U.S. support to build a Parliamentary Budget Office for independent spending and policy analysis.

U.S.-Iran Tensions: President Trump told reporters the U.S. will strike Iran again after a helicopter collision, while also claiming the U.S. has been removing “millions of barrels of oil” from the Strait of Hormuz. Immigration Enforcement: Congress approved nearly $70B to fund ICE and Border Patrol through the end of Trump’s term, with the Secure America Act signed by Trump. World Cup Politics: Mexico suspended schools and pushed remote work in Mexico City for the opener; FIFA chief Gianni Infantino urged critics to “chill and relax” after a Somali referee was denied U.S. entry and defended ticket prices. Canada Social Media Rules: Canada introduced a bill to ban social media for kids under 16 and create a digital regulator for AI chatbots. Education & Culture Clash: U.S. House Democrats pressed for protections for transgender and diverse students as SF schools faced grilling over ethnic studies and curriculum. Congressional Deadline Pressure: Social Security’s trust fund is now projected to run out by late 2032, raising the stakes for lawmakers to avoid benefit cuts. Canada Rail Protest: Farmers and rural residents marched on Parliament Hill against the Alto high-speed rail project.

US Congress Surveillance Fight: Lawmakers are racing to renew FISA Section 702, with a bitter privacy-versus-security standoff and new friction tied to Trump’s spy chief pick. Immigration Crackdown Funding: Congress passed a $70B bill to keep ICE and Border Patrol running through fiscal 2029, drawing fresh Democratic warnings about oversight. Epstein Probe in Congress: Bill Gates is set for a closed-door House Oversight interview over his links to Jeffrey Epstein, with a transcript expected later. India Rajya Sabha Row: Top Congress leaders met India’s Election Commission after Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination was rejected, calling it “blatantly unlawful” and pushing for reversal. India PM Milestone: Narendra Modi marked becoming India’s longest-serving elected PM, with global congratulations and a cabinet standing ovation. Nigeria Anti-Corruption Push: President Tinubu vowed zero tolerance for corruption as EFCC’s new zonal office was commissioned. South Africa Mine Safety Challenge: Communities near an abandoned coal mine asked the High Court to strike parts of mining law over gaps that leave abandoned sites hard to address. Regional Diplomacy: SEECP leaders met in Sofia, with Bulgaria and Moldova’s PMs pushing cooperation and security.

Middle East Tensions: President Trump blamed Iran for downing a U.S. Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz and said the U.S. “must” respond, as the crew was reported safe after a rescue. U.S. Domestic Politics: House Republicans pressed the SPLC over its hate-map criteria, while Social Security trustees warned the retirement trust fund could run dry in 2032, triggering an across-the-board 22% cut unless Congress acts. Border & Immigration Funding: Montana AG Austin Knudsen joined a coalition urging Congress to pass the Secure America Act to fund CBP and ICE. AI & Labor Policy: New York lawmakers advanced an AI workforce impact disclosure bill, requiring covered employers to report AI’s hiring and labor effects. India Parliamentary Shake-Up: Congress’s Rajya Sabha nomination row escalated after Meenakshi Natarajan’s papers were rejected, with allegations of “seat theft” and affidavit issues. EU Enlargement: The European Commission said it will open the first negotiation cluster with Ukraine and Moldova, moving accession talks forward. Local Governance: Pittsburgh approved new vape-shop restrictions, including distance limits from schools and late-night operating limits.

US Midterms Push: American Bridge 21st Century is launching a $50M ad blitz to help Democrats flip House and Senate seats, aiming squarely at Republican turf. White House & Congress: Trump’s bid to reshape policy is colliding with courts and lawmakers, while Congress continues to debate major legislative moves. NBA Spotlight: Trump became the first sitting US president to attend an NBA Finals game, but he was booed at Madison Square Garden as security tightened around the venue. Kenya Impeachment Fallout: Kenya’s High Court upheld Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment, finding his fair-hearing rights were violated but not enough to undo the removal. India Corporate Governance: A parliamentary panel invited public input on the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, seeking changes to ease business and modernize governance. India Party Turmoil: Trinamool Congress rebel MPs claim majority support and plan a separate parliamentary group, escalating internal fractures. Armenia-EU Ties: The EU pledged deeper partnership with Armenia across energy, trade, and digitalization after Pashinyan’s election win.

Senate Power Struggle: President Trump again urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to “immediately fire” the Senate parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, arguing it blocks the SAVE America Act and other GOP priorities. War Powers & Iran: Trump told NBC he “didn’t guarantee” no new wars, while critics say Congress is dodging its role in the Iran conflict. Armenia Election Fallout: Nikol Pashinyan declared a “historic victory” after Civil Contract won nearly 50% in parliamentary elections, setting up a new pro-West direction while keeping ties to the Eurasian Economic Union. EU Trade Push: European Parliament’s biggest bloc leader Manfred Weber called for tougher China trade policy, warning of Beijing’s overcapacity. Parliament Oversight: Kenya’s parliament ordered a review of its fuel price stabilisation and fuel subsidy framework amid volatility and transparency concerns. Middle East Diplomacy: Lebanon’s president said he won’t meet Netanyahu until the war ends, insisting negotiations are the path forward. US Politics on the Ground: Palm Beach County Commissioner Sara Baxter announced a run for Congress in newly drawn District 22. Sports Meets Politics: Trump is set to become the first sitting US president to attend an NBA Finals game.

US Congress & foreign policy: President Donald Trump told NBC he “didn’t guarantee” “no new wars,” defending the Iran conflict as not “endless war,” while also repeating disputed claims about California’s vote count and abruptly ending the interview after pushback. Election integrity & reforms: South Korea’s top constitutional leaders agreed to overhaul election management after ballot shortages in June 3 local polls, with possible accountability for officials and structural fixes. Armenia’s parliament: Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract led the vote with about 49.8%, clearing the way to govern, while opposition parties signal challenges over irregularities. Kosovo deadlock: Prime Minister Albin Kurti urged cooperation after his party won but fell short of the majority needed to rule alone, extending an 18-month political impasse. Migration law in Georgia: Georgia’s Interior Ministry drafted tougher rules to criminalize sham marriages used to secure residency/citizenship and tighten foreign-student admission requirements. Party turmoil in India: Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigned from the party, deepening internal dissent ahead of INDIA bloc meetings. Sports-politics crossover: Trump confirmed he’ll attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, prompting NYPD to cancel an MSG watch party for security reasons.

Armenia Election Watch: Armenia’s Central Election Commission says parliamentary voting is complete, with turnout hitting 58.97% (1,476,597 of 2,503,976 voters) and insists power outages and late voting by military personnel didn’t affect results; the CEC also reported electronic voting totals and acknowledged violations were recorded. Senate Appointments Gridlock (Philippines): Acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian warned that a Senate leadership impasse has left eight Cabinet posts and about 160 military and foreign service promotions unconfirmed, with no Commission on Appointments activity since January. India Rajya Sabha Deal: Jharkhand’s JMM and Congress resolved their Rajya Sabha seat fight—one seat each—after talks with AICC observers and Chief Minister Hemant Soren, with nominations set to be filed Monday. South Africa Migration Crackdown: President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a comprehensive migration plan to strengthen enforcement, speed deportations via immigration courts, and penalize employers hiring undocumented migrants. Kosovo Vote: Early results show Kurti’s Vetevendosje leading Kosovo’s parliamentary election, with ballot shortages also triggering a police-prosecutor investigation in Seoul. US Middle East Diplomacy: Trump urged Netanyahu to avoid further strikes after Iran’s missile attack, saying the US is close to a final Iran deal and warning retaliation would restart the cycle.

South Korea Leadership Shake-Up: President Lee Jae Myung nominated Han Seong-sook as prime minister, setting up a parliamentary vote; if confirmed, she’d be the country’s first female PM in two decades, with the administration framing her role around AI-driven growth. Courtroom Accountability: South Korea’s Seoul Central District Court is set to rule this week on former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s drone-incursion case tied to his failed martial law bid, with prosecutors seeking a 30-year sentence. India Opposition Pressure: India’s Congress attacked the Modi government after an LPG price hike, questioning why BJP leaders aren’t protesting with cylinders now. Peru’s Political Reset: Peru holds a runoff for its ninth president in 10 years, with Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez battling over crime and instability. Armenia Votes Under Watch: Armenia’s parliamentary elections are underway, with CIS observers reporting a calm process as voters choose among 18 forces. Regional Governance in Focus: Andalusia’s parliament opens its new XIII legislature on June 11 without an absolute majority, with the session held in a temporary chamber while the main hall is restored. Kosovo Election Cycle: Kosovo heads to polls again amid a deadlock over replacing a president, risking another cycle if consensus can’t be reached.

U.S. Immigration Funding: Congress is set to send nearly $70B to Homeland Security with few limits, aimed at keeping President Trump’s mass deportation push running through the rest of his term. Drug Prices Push: TrumpRx added 160 drugs to its discounted list, topping 800 total, as the president presses for lower prescription costs. Intelligence Office Shake-up: Trump says he wants acting DNI chief Bill Pulte to cut the office and start firing staff. India Opposition Strategy: Ahead of INDIA bloc talks, CPI(M) is demanding Congress “clear air” over BJP “deal” allegations, while JMM is upset over Rajya Sabha candidate moves. Karnataka Cabinet Drama: Ramalinga Reddy withdrew his resignation after late-night Congress consultations, ending a portfolio fight. New York Data Centers: NY lawmakers passed a one-year moratorium on new large data centers, pending the governor’s signature. Lebanon-Iran Tensions: Lebanon’s president accused Iran of using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in U.S. talks, rejecting Hezbollah’s role in the conflict. Education & Governance: Clemson trustees’ secret finalist search drew criticism, while UW Regents approved a 2% tuition increase and elected a new board president.

Peru Election: Peru heads into a runoff Sunday for its ninth president in a decade, with Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sánchez locked in a statistical tie and voters split over whether the country can break its instability cycle. Karnataka Politics: In India, Congress faces an early shake-up after senior leader Ramalinga Reddy resigned from the Karnataka cabinet over portfolio allocation, fueling accusations of infighting and raising pressure on the Shivakumar government. Armenia Vote Atmosphere: Armenia’s “Day of Silence” begins ahead of parliamentary elections, while the Artsakh parliament speaker warns the outcome will determine statehood, security, and rights amid heightened political tension. Middle East Tensions: Iran’s foreign minister hit back at Lebanon’s president after comments on Tehran’s role, urging him to focus on Lebanon’s “real foe,” as the Iran–Lebanon dispute escalates. U.S.-Cuba Sanctions: The U.S. imposed new sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, his wife, and others, drawing immediate condemnation from Havana. China-Russia Diplomacy: China’s vice president met Putin in St. Petersburg, stressing stable ties and pledging deeper cooperation. Taiwan Markets: Taiwan’s president said the island wants to reshape its capital market into an “Asian Nasdaq” to help startups raise funds.