AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoWorld Cup Semifinal Drama: Argentina booked a World Cup semi-final with England after a 3-1 extra-time win over Switzerland, with Julián Alvarez striking in the 112th minute and Lautaro Martínez adding a late finish; Messi’s scoring streak ended, but his influence carried the champions into Atlanta. VAR Backlash: The run has been shadowed by “VARgentina” claims and fresh criticism of FIFA’s updated VAR protocol after another controversial call involving Breel Embolo’s red card for simulation. Referee Spotlight: American Ismail Elfath was named to officiate England vs Argentina, and fans are already debating his record involving Messi. Algeria in the Spotlight: Algeria’s Aissa Mandi was at the center of one early controversy in Argentina’s group win, and Algeria’s Yasser Larouci signed for Le Mans on a free transfer. Regional Security: Algeria’s Defence Ministry says it dismantled a six-member group allegedly linked to MAK, including four Moroccan nationals, amid strained Algeria-Morocco ties. Health & Research: An Algerian-led review highlights medicinal plants used for diabetes, but notes most findings still rely on lab and animal studies.
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