Podcasts about Iranians

Marco Rubio sends Iranian negotiators packing after peace talks stall – while President Trump signals Iran had a role in two thwarted terror attacks, amid a federal crackdown on drug trafficking and border crossings, opioid overdose deaths plummet nationally, we talk to an official leading the charge against the drug trade, and we give the latest on the fallout from a botched execution that made national headlines. Reporting from Ben Domenech & Lynden Blake. Plus, we speak with Sara Carter, director of the U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 3120- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors:Good Ranchers - Support American farmers and ranchers with 100% American meat delivered to your door. Get $50 off your first order plus free meat with every order at https://GoodRanchers.com/WIRE.USAFacts.org - Read and sign our open letter and help protect trustworthy public data at https://USAFacts.org- - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look at the stories you need to know to start your day, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordering Iran's delegation out of New York after another round of stalled negotiations as President Donald Trump tells Time that more strikes—and even Iran's annihilation—are "possible"; Trump revealing that he regrets appointing Supreme Court Justices Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett after rulings against his birthright-citizenship order and tariffs; the Pentagon expanding its campaign against Latin American drug cartels with U.S. troops joining raids in Ecuador, drones penetrating jungle cover, and Southern Command considering land strikes and arrests; and much more.  #rubinreport #rubio #irannegotiations #Trump #scotus #drugwar #latinamerica #daverubin

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon takes listeners on a journey through the latest political happenings as President Trump gears up for a high-energy tour across Texas and Oklahoma. Joining Solomon is Congresswoman Kat Cammack from Florida, who shares insights into the pressing issues on voters' minds, particularly in her home state.The discussion then shifts to Congressman Randy Fine, also from Florida, who reacts to a shocking incident aboard a flight bound for Israel, where an Omani co-pilot attempted a hijacking. Fine reflects on the implications of this event in the context of Islamist terrorism and the broader threats posed by Iran, especially following recent developments involving individuals connected to Iranian interests.In the third segment, Solomon addresses the critical issue of funding for America's national parks and federal lands. With an important maintenance fund on the brink of expiration, Tim Stewart, President of the U.S. Oil and Gas Association, joins the conversation to explain how this fund, supported by the oil and gas industry, has significantly contributed to billions of dollars in improvements nationwide.The episode also touches on various headlines, including President Trump's frustrations with some Supreme Court nominees, new food stamp eligibility requirements, and a botched execution case that has sparked debate over lethal injections. Additionally, Solomon highlights a lawsuit from Judicial Watch against the CIA for records related to Dr. Fauci's communications on COVID-19 origins, promising intriguing revelations to come.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Subscribe now for an ad-free experience and all of our episodes. As Derek completes the final phase of his vision quest, Alex Jordan of the Always at War podcast fills in once more. In this week's news: U.S.-Iran talks stall over the order of concessions (1:28); Gulf oil exports return to prewar levels (4:34); Netanyahu uses an attempted seizure of a FlyDubai flight to reinforce his agenda as an election approaches (11:15); in Iraq, the U.S. ends its counter-ISIS mission (16:06); Pete Hegseth launches Project Meridian to study the “future of warfare” (21:35); Trump hosts tech leaders who pledge “tremendous” self-regulation (24:49); British police arrest five men near RAF Fairford amid claims of Iranian involvement (27:23); U.S. intelligence says Saudi Arabia is keeping a nuclear weapons option open (30:06); Russia warns NATO of a nuclear response if Kaliningrad faces a blockade (33:09); Germany's foreign minister meets Russia's foreign minister as Russian attacks hit Ukraine's energy grid (37:27); and Brazil prepares for a presidential election between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro (41:13). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The job market in Seattle continues to struggle even as neighboring cities like Bellevue see job growth. More alarming details are coming out about the attempted hijacker on the FlyDubai flight yesterday and President Trump thinks he may have ties to the Iranian regime. Marie Perez tells voters no one should choose between groceries and medicine while her campaign staff are denied coverage. // A Richland man was arrested by the FBI for allegedly attempting to assist the Iranian-backed terrorist group the Houthis. CNN data analyst Harry Enten says there could be some good news in the midterm polling for the GOP. // A UW professor is issuing a warning about weight loss drugs.

The war is widening, diplomacy has stalled, and the Middle East is once again sliding towards escalation as the relationship between Israel and the Gulf states grows closer while pressure on Iran is mounting at sea, in the air, and across its network of regional allies. For mind-expanding Q&A's with Aimen, join the CONFLICTED COMMUNITY here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://conflicted.supportingcast.fm/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Aimen and Thomas discuss: The failure of the latest US-Iran diplomacy at the UN and the growing risk of renewed escalation. Israeli claims of renewed Iranian nuclear activity at Pickaxe Mountain and the wider nuclear question. The secret Abu Dhabi meeting and the emerging Saudi-UAE-Israeli security alignment. The war in Yemen, the Houthi advance, and Saudi plans for a major counter-offensive. Pakistan's growing military role in Saudi Arabia and the significance of the Mecca Pact. The widening regional front: Somaliland, al-Shabaab, Eritrea, Europe, and security around the Bab al-Mandab. Iraq after the US troop withdrawal and the future of Iran-backed militias across the region. The Strait of Hormuz, pressure on Iran's economy and aviation, and the attempted FlyDubai terrorist attack. Find us on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/MHconflicted⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MHconflicted⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/conflictedpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Conflicted is a Message Heard production. Executive Producers: Jake Warren & Max Warren. Produced and edited by Thomas Small. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Derek completes the final phase of his vision quest, Alex Jordan of the Always at War podcast fills in once more. In this week's news: U.S.-Iran talks stall over the order of concessions (1:28); Gulf oil exports return to prewar levels (4:34); Netanyahu uses an attempted seizure of a FlyDubai flight to reinforce his agenda as an election approaches (11:15); in Iraq, the U.S. ends its counter-ISIS mission (16:06); Pete Hegseth launches Project Meridian to study the “future of warfare” (21:35); Trump hosts tech leaders who pledge “tremendous” self-regulation (24:49); British police arrest five men near RAF Fairford amid claims of Iranian involvement (27:23); U.S. intelligence says Saudi Arabia is keeping a nuclear weapons option open (30:06); Russia warns NATO of a nuclear response if Kaliningrad faces a blockade (33:09); Germany's foreign minister meets Russia's foreign minister as Russian attacks hit Ukraine's energy grid (37:27); and Brazil prepares for a presidential election between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro (41:13).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lee and Tara react to explosive reports linking Iran to a foiled airliner hijacking in the UAE and an attack on a Royal Air Force base!

Day Break | America Fights Back: China, Terror & the Administrative State --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:16 – Nick Myers, CEO of Phoenix Tailings. Myers discusses efforts to reduce America's dependence on China for rare-earth materials that are critical to defense, energy, electronics, and advanced manufacturing. He explains the push to expand domestic processing and production and why securing the rare-earth supply chain has become a national-security priority. 28:11 – Tim Roberts, owner of Patriot's Relief. Roberts discusses Patriot's Relief and the company's all-natural approach to pain relief. He explains the products, how customers incorporate them into their routines, and the company's approach to providing alternatives for people seeking non-prescription options. Visit PatriotsRelief.com/Gruber or call 877-230-1776 for more information. 38:15 - Monologue 47:16 – Elliot Kaufman, Wall Street Journal Editorial Board member and co-author of In the War Room: The Inside Story of Israel's Fight Against Hamas and the Iranian Axis. Kaufman discusses the book's inside account of Israeli decision-making following the October 7 attacks and during the subsequent war. He examines Israel's fight against Hamas, its confrontation with Iran and Iranian-backed groups, and the strategic debates taking place inside Israel's leadership. 57:30 – Rep. Tim Walberg, Representative for Michigan's Fifth Congressional District and Chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee. Walberg discusses bipartisan legislation aimed at strengthening conservation efforts throughout the Great Lakes region. He examines protecting the lakes, supporting restoration projects, and the importance of the Great Lakes to Michigan's communities and economy. 1:06:30 – Joshua Lisec, bestselling author whose work focuses on transforming expert research and arguments into narrative nonfiction. Lisec discusses UNELECTED: How the NGO-Administrative Complex Seized Power — And How to Get It Back. He examines the book's argument about the influence of nongovernmental organizations and administrative institutions on public policy and discusses his proposed approaches to increasing accountability and elected oversight. 1:16:37 - Monologue 1:25:37 – Steve Dulan, professor and attorney. Dulan discusses the University of Michigan's decision to suspend a proposed grading initiative following backlash. He examines the debate over pausing traditional letter grades, the arguments raised by supporters and critics, and broader questions about academic standards and accountability in higher education. 1:35:54 – Jack Butler, Deputy Editor of Free Expression at The Wall Street Journal. Butler discusses what he describes as Democrats' “testosterone theater” and the broader political effort to appeal to male voters. He examines campaign messaging, changing voting patterns among men, and how politicians are attempting to project masculinity and cultural authenticity in the current political environment. --- Check out our podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 24 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/UrGZQdE62jA

P.M. Edition for Oct. 1. The Justice Department is reviewing whether prosecutors mishandled the Watergate case, decades after the scandal led to Richard Nixon's resignation. WSJ White House reporter Philip Wegmann explains that the review comes as more conservatives, including President Trump, show renewed interest in Nixon's legacy. Plus, mortgage rates had their biggest weekly increase in four years, tracking the sharp recent rise in U.S. bond yields. Markets reporter David Uberti discusses why more ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz haven't done more to send gas prices and bond yields lower. And that global bound rout got messier today, as investors started picking winners and losers in different countries. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1767 ARABIACONTENTS-THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-30-2026Oil Prices Defy Market ReportsMichael Bernstam examines a major disconnect between oil reporting and market conditions, where crude oil benchmark prices remain extremely high at $103.50 per barrel despite reports that most Middle Eastern oil is back on the market. Up to 17.1 million barrels per day are moving via alternative routes, such as the Omani route and Saudipipelines, protected by the U.S. Navy. Meanwhile, global oil reserves were depleted by 57 million barrels, and China has resumed imports to refill its reserves. Furthermore, European countries like Germany are seeking energy partnerships with Kazakhstan to bypass Russian political and economic dependence. (1)Hijack Attempt Aboard FlyDubai FlightBill Roggio analyzes an incident aboard a FlyDubai flight bound for Tel Aviv where a co-pilot attempted to crash the airplane after stabbing the pilot, but was subdued by courageous passengers and crew. Roggio critiques the label "lone wolf," noting that it often dangerously disassociates attackers from broader terrorist networks, much like historic cases linked to radical planners. The discussion highlights strict security protocols for Israeli flights and raises serious questions about how a weapon was smuggled past screening. Separately, British authorities arrested individuals connected to state-sponsored Iranian threats, illustrating persistent global security risks amid early reporting uncertainties. (2)Aging Triad Demands Urgent ModernizationPeter Huessy reflects on Cold War civil defense drills and stresses the urgent necessity of modernizing America's aging nuclear triad. The U.S. military currently operates 42-year-old submarines, 55-year-old Minuteman III ICBMs, and 70-year-old B-52 bombers that risk rusting into obsolescence without modernization. Huessy details historical arms control pacts, noting how exiting the 1972 ABM Treaty allowed the U.S. to build defensive interceptor systems against emerging missile threats from states like North Korea. Facing nuclear build-ups and aggressive posturing from Russia, China, and North Korea, the U.S. relies on extended nuclear deterrence and allied cooperation to maintain strategic stability. (3)Beijing Blocks Second Thomas ResupplyCaptain James Fanell, co-host Gordon Chang: Fanell discusses aggressive Chinese maritime tactics in the South China Sea, where a coordinated force of three PLA Navy warships and eleven Coast Guard and maritime militia vessels blocked two small Philippine Coast Guard vessels resupplying the grounded outpost Sierra Madre. This blockade broke a series of fifteen successful resupply missions conducted since July 2024, demonstrating Beijing's willingness to violate international agreements and its own signed code of conduct. Fanell notes that internal purges of over one hundred senior military officers in Beijing have not disrupted the execution of these coordinated bullying operations against neighboring sovereign nations. (4)US Navy Protects Hormuz TransitRebecca Grant, co-host Gordon Chang: Grant refutes Iranian propaganda claiming disruption of U.S. Fifth Fleetoperations near the Strait of Hormuz. Grant explains that Iran lacks precise real-time tracking capabilities to target agile, fast-moving American destroyers and aircraft carriers operating in deep zone defense formations. Even if foreign satellites provide imagery, targeting data quickly becomes stale and ineffective. Under U.S. Navy protection, between 10 and 20 million barrels of oil per day continue to transit safely out of the Gulf. This maintains an effective economic blockade on Iranian exports while keeping vital global shipping lanes secure. (5)Trump Meets Xi In WashingtonCharles Burton, co-host Gordon Chang: Burton evaluates the summit between U.S. and Chinese leaders in Washington, describing it as a diplomatic spectacle that delivered virtually no substantive policy agreements. Critical issues like artificial intelligence safeguards, Taiwan's sovereignty, and trade imbalances were completely omitted, handing Beijing a domestic propaganda victory. Burton also examines Canadian political dynamics under Mark Carney, where public sentiment has grown increasingly nationalistic and supportive of trade diversification toward Europe and India. This shift comes in response to economic pressure, U.S. tariffs, and covert intimidation operations conducted by Chinese state agents on Canadian soil. (6)Greenland Defense Strategy Secures NorthBradley Bowman highlights Greenland's vital geographic role in North American defense, dominating the GIUK gapand providing early warning detection against Russian and Chinese missile threats. While recent defense agreements properly expand radar facilities and military infrastructure, Bowman argues that coercive political tactics unnecessarily strained relations with Denmark, a steadfast NATO ally. Effective Arctic defense requires the three-D kill chain: detect, decide, and deliver. Because the U.S. lacks sufficient icebreakers and polar infrastructure, deep defense cooperation with Arctic allies like Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Canada remains indispensable for hemispheric security. (7)Private Enterprise Advances Space ExplorationBob Zimmerman highlights major developments in commercial space flight and astronomy. SpaceX achieved orbit on its 14th Starship test flight, deploying 26 Starlink version 3 satellites before completing soft vertical ocean splashdowns. Boeing and NASA agreed on an unmanned cargo mission to test fixes for Starliner thruster and corrosion issues. Meanwhile, Blue Origin raised $10 billion to advance New Glenn development under CEO David Limp. NASA's Perseverance rover resumed updates after surveying Jezero Crater for drilling. Finally, the James Webb Space Telescope detected heavy elements in early galaxies, challenging current cosmological models. (8)European Commodity Prices Rise Sharply — Guest: Simon Constable Simon Constable discusses global commodity trends, European political shifts, and artificial intelligence infrastructure. Brent crude has risen to $97 per barrel, while European diesel prices surged to $9.52 per gallon, placing severe economic strain on consumers and agriculture. Critiquing British politics under the Labour government, Constable expresses concern over heavy taxation, public debt, and bloated social welfare spending. Turning to artificial intelligence, Constable notes that while new data centers bring needed financial investment to rural communities, their rapid expansion raises widespread anxiety over massive power consumption, with facilities now using over 4% of U.S. electricity. 9Examining Wealth Inequality And Innovation — Guest: David Henderson David Henderson contrasts market innovation with political cronyism when evaluating wealth inequality. Rebutting Thomas Piketty's proposal for uniform wealth taxation, Henderson demonstrates that entrepreneurs like Robert McCulloch or Elon Musk created fortunes by delivering superior products that immensely benefited consumers. Citing research by William Nordhaus, he notes that innovators retain only 2.2% of the value generated by their innovations, with 97.8% flowing directly to consumers. Conversely, wealth acquired through government favor and anti-competitive restrictions harms consumers. Henderson concludes that heavy taxation on wealth discourages capital investment, productivity, and real wage growth. 10

1942 JAPANESE TANKS ENTER MANILAMaritime Pressure, Hormuz Patrols, and Summit SymbolismTonight's broadcast covers several key geopolitical developments, including China's persistent maritime aggression against Philippine resupply missions in the South China Sea and the broader implications of President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington. Analysts discuss the United States Navy's ongoing operations to maintain freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian threats and targeting concerns. Additionally, the discussions analyze the strained diplomatic relations between the United States and Canada, particularly regarding Canadian political shifts and economic tensions. The program also highlights domestic and international anxieties surrounding Chinese cyber activities and the influence of authoritarian regimes. Finally, experts evaluate the strategic failures and symbolism of recent high-level superpower summits amid shifting global alliances.

The investigation into the failed attempted hijacking of an Israel-bound flight is ongoing after President Donald Trump suggested Iran may be connected to the suspect. Israel could respond if investigators confirm an Iranian link to the co-pilot accused of trying to crash the Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight, regional sources told Fox News. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Dan Hoffman, FOX News contributor and former CIA Chief of Station, who says it was miraculous no one died but it was a security failure by the airline. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- Greg Kelly recounts the dramatic rescue aboard a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv, where passengers overpower an allegedly terrorist-motivated co-pilot after he attacks the pilot and the plane plunges thousands of feet before making an emergency landing. - Kelly examines other infamous cases involving pilots or crew members attempting to deliberately crash aircraft, including EgyptAir Flight 990, Germanwings Flight 9525 and FedEx Flight 705, while questioning whether airline screening and cockpit security need another overhaul. - Kelly discusses five men arrested in the United Kingdom over a suspected terror plot targeting RAF Fairford, possible Iranian involvement, and the debate over publicly identifying suspects before they are convicted. - Kelly revisits the Cornell sexual-assault lawsuit and the discredited Duke lacrosse allegations while raising questions about due process, media coverage and the reputational damage that can occur when accusations become public before guilt is established. - Kelly turns to politics with criticism of the Jack Smith investigation and former FBI official Timothy Thibault, support for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, interviews with Rep. Randy Fine and Ohio congressional candidate Derek Merrin, and highlights from War Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech on military leadership and culture. Today's podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss “MobLand.” All episodes NOW STREAMING on Paramount Plus. RELIEF FACTOR - You don't need to live with aches & pains! Reduce muscle & joint inflammation and live a pain-free life by visiting http://ReliefFactor.com  EXODUS STRONG - Get the complete Total Body Reset kit, plus their red light face mask system free. Almost $1,600 of value, for $597 . No codes, the discount is already applied at http://ExodusStrong.com/carson INCOGNI - Protect your online identity! Get 60% off with promo code ROB at http://incogni.com/Rob To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday… Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) You can now WATCH and chat with The Rob Carson Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Podcasts Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps addressing American voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections—and why does its message target President Donald Trump?Professor Nez examines the IRGC's open letter, spokesman Hossein Mohebbi's attack on Trump, and the political stakes behind this direct appeal to Americans.The letter urges a change in American leadership and policy. But does that amount to a call to vote Democrat, or is that an interpretation of its anti-Trump message? We examine what the document actually says, what Tehran wants, and the questions American voters should ask.Foreign governments pursue their own interests. Understanding their messaging starts with asking who benefits.What do YOU think the IRGC hopes to accomplish? Leave your answer below.Subscribe to Professor Nez and turn on notifications for more U.S. politics, breaking news, and analysis.Follow Professor Nez on X and listen on Spotify.Sources:Reuters:https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-revolutionary-guards-call-trump-big-liar-2026-09-29/New York Post:https://nypost.com/2026/09/29/world-news/iran-publishes-propaganda-letter-urging-us-voters-to-punish-trump-in-midterm-elections/Published English letter via Tasnim, an Iranian outlet; included as the document under analysis, not independent verification of its claims:https://www.tasnimnews.ir/en/news/2026/09/29/3709444/irgc-urges-american-people-to-distance-themselves-from-israel-s-occupation/amp#Trump #Iran #Midterms2026For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (845) PROF-NEZ to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://chapter.com/nez✅ Free Newsletter: https://bio.site/professornez✅ ORIGINAL MADE IN U.S.A 250TH AMERICA DESIGNS: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/✅ Check out our Official Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@professornezclips▶ Support the Channel and Buy us a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professornez

In this fast-paced segment, we break down breaking international and national developments! First, we explore UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's statements regarding the RAF Fairford air base plot and suspected Iranian involvement. Then, we dive into the intense debate surrounding the attempted execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee, examining legal protocols, media narratives, and public reactions. Finally, we analyze polling trends, foreign policy strategies, and economic factors shaping the broader political landscape heading into the midterms! ⚡

A surge in violence in Yemen has seen Houthi forces seize land on the Red Sea coast – reigniting a war with Saudi Arabia and threatening a further global energy shock. The Iranian-aligned group has increased its foothold in Yemen, now locked in civil war for more than a decade, and launched drone attacks on Saudi oil pipelines. With global trade still reeling from the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and Saudi Arabia's allies in America constrained by the ongoing Iran conflict, where next in the latest escalation in the Middle East? Gavin Esler is joined by Dr Elisabeth Kendall, expert on Yemen and the region and Mistress of Girton College, Cambridge. • Support us on Patreon to keep This Is Not A Drill producing thought-provoking podcasts like this. Advertisers! Want to reach smart, engaged, influential people with money to spend? (Yes, they do exist). Some 3.5 MILLION people download and watch our podcasts every month – and they love our shows. Why not get YOUR brand in front of our influential listeners with podcast advertising? Contact ads@podmasters.co.uk to find out more. Written and presented by Gavin Esler. Produced by Robin Leeburn. Original theme music by Paul Hartnoll – https://www.orbitalofficial.com. Executive Producer Martin Bojtos. Managing Editor Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor Andrew Harrison. This Is Not A Drill is a Podmasters production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we dive deep into the fascinating world of ancient giants, lost history, and modern lore. From the legendary Kandahar Giant encounter in Afghanistan and eyewitness testimonies to biblical Nephilim, ancient Iranian mythology, and Alexander the Great's encounters, we investigate the enduring stories of towering figures throughout time. We also explore the controversial claims surrounding Smithsonian giant skeleton cover-ups and examine where ancient lore intersects with modern fringe accounts. We separate myth from reality to uncover the truth behind these massive legends. Welcome to Camp!

Seth discusses the recent attempted hijacking of FlyDubai Flight 1073, where passengers and crew members bravely thwarted an attempted crash of the flight by one of the pilots, saving the lives of nearly 180 people on board. He also discusses the media's tendency to downplay the incident, using phrases like "altercation" and "struggle" to describe the violent act, rather than acknowledging it for what it was; terrorism. Seth ponders what would have happened if the hijacking was successful? Listener call-in’s on the bravery of the passengers who attacked the hijacker in mid-air and Iranian intelligence services in hiding in the United States. How is the “affordability crisis” playing out? We’re joined by Don Spini from Sun Valley Wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this solo episode of the Explaining History Podcast, we examine the American withdrawal from Iraq – the product of Trump's war with Iran, and a strategic defeat of historic proportions.Iraq has been enormously important to the United States since the end of the Cold War. It has served multiple strategic, foreign policy and domestic purposes. Its loss – the effective expulsion of American power from the country – is an epic disaster unfolding in slow motion. It doesn't look like the British retreat from Afghanistan in the 1840s, but it is a catastrophe nonetheless.The war against Iran has achieved the opposite of everything it intended. It has cost America its bases in the Persian Gulf. It has empowered the Houthi rebels in Yemen and threatened control of the Red Sea. It has surrendered the Straits of Hormuz. It has alienated the Gulf states and the Saudis. And now it has forced a strategic withdrawal from Iraq.We trace the long history of American involvement in Iraq – from the use of Saddam Hussein as a bulwark against revolutionary Iran and the Soviet Union, through the first Gulf War and the brutal sanctions regime that followed, to the catastrophic invasion of 2003. We examine the decision not to overthrow Saddam in 1991, the disbandment of the Iraqi army, the failure to understand Iraq's ethnic and religious divisions, and the looting of the National Museum – met with Rumsfeld's infamous remark that "freedom is messy."Drawing on John Gray's critique of liberal interventionism, we consider the argument that there are things worse than tyranny – and that what replaced Saddam's Leviathan was anarchy, a condition that elements of the American right seemed actively to welcome.The withdrawal from Iraq is not the orderly dismantling of empire. It is a rout – and what replaces American influence will almost certainly be Iranian. Trump has defeated his own country.Topics covered:The American withdrawal from IraqThe war against Iran and its strategic consequencesIraq as a Cold War client stateThe first Gulf War and the sanctions regimeThe 2003 invasion and its catastrophic aftermathThe disbandment of the Iraqi armyThe looting of the National MuseumJohn Gray on tyranny and anarchyThe rise of Iranian influence in IraqIf you enjoy the podcast, please consider supporting us – we are migrating from Patreon to Substack. Details in the show notes.Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this live edition of The Adult in the Room, Victoria Taft returns to break down legal double standards, high-stakes military developments in the Persian Gulf, and the fallout from the Lindsay Clancy murder trial: Portland's Two-Tiered Justice System (TommyBoi Case): Victoria reviews the latest legal targeting of conservative livestreamer Thomas Allen ("TommyBoi"). The Multnomah County District Attorney's office swiftly filed misdemeanor assault and harassment charges against Allen for pushing back an aggressive Antifa protester who blocked him with a plastic tote lid—while seven months later, a leftist drive-by pellet gun shooter who targeted TommyBoi on camera has still never been indicted. Iran SITREP with Edmund Fitton-Brown: Former UK Ambassador to Yemen and Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) Senior Fellow Edmund Fitton-Brown joins the show to assess the escalating Middle East crisis. Fitton-Brown analyzes how the U.S. naval blockade is suffocating the Iranian economy, reports on Houthi and Iraqi militia attacks on vital Saudi oil pipelines, explains why Twelver Shia eschatology makes a nuclear-armed Tehran uniquely dangerous, and previews whether kinetic strikes will wait until after the midterm elections. Lindsay Clancy Case: Defense Attorney Destroys His Own Case: Victoria dissects defense attorney Kevin Reddington's arguments before Judge William Sullivan. After conceding during the first trial that Clancy strangled her three children due to severe postpartum psychosis, Reddington reversed course in a motion hearing—arguing the state never proved she committed the killings at all. The Lone Holdout Juror Speaks Out: Audio surfaces from the lone holdout juror, Peggy Desronville, who explains his Catholic faith and why he refused to let political discussions about women's healthcare distract from delivering justice for the three slain children: Cora, Dawson, and Callan. White House Arcade Satire: A look at the White House's satirical arcade games, including "Flappy Bill" and "Rio Run," mocking policy battles and open-border rhetoric.

C Prodigy, Kr0nus, The Old Ninja, and Your Boy Blue pull up for another one — Stitch sits this episode out. This week: a tribute to Dennis Haskins (Mr. Belding) and a detour into how child-actor labor laws shaped shows like Saved by the Bell, plus how often teens get cast as "adults" on screen. That rolls into a frank talk about nudity and adult content norms on TV — Green Lantern, Oz, and Watchmen all get name-checked, with a deep dive on Oz specifically. On the nerd side: a critical look at the Injustice comics and animated movie, a long, nostalgic breakdown of Netflix's A Different World reboot (HBCU pride, the set design, the fashion, the theme song's history), and a full rundown of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run. Gaming talk covers the Witcher 3 remaster and the gap between the Final Fantasy VI and VII remake treatments. The crew doesn't shy away from the heavy stuff this episode — a candid conversation about race and representation (sparked by Kr0nus's shirt), gas prices and the politics behind them, immigration enforcement and detention conditions in the U.S., and a global look at resource scarcity and rising international tension. That includes a measured discussion of an Iranian singer's sentencing and why the crew pushes back on using stories like that to claim moral high ground while similar issues go unaddressed at home. They also touch on the Cornell fraternity assault case as part of a broader conversation about accountability. Lighter stuff to close it out: Kr0nus shows off his new 3D printer (dragons, articulating cats, a working fidget spinner, and more), Your Boy Blue recaps a Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure trip (shoutout to the Stardust dueling coasters and the live-action Bourne-style stunt show), and the group trades movie and TV recommendations — the horror-comedy They Will Kill You, a Mahershala Ali revenge thriller, and HBO's Lanterns. Personal updates round things out: travel plans, a completed round of therapy, Battlefield 6 talk (including Halloween Dead Space crossover rumors), and more. Come follow us: http://www.beenhadproductions.squarespace.com/bthanbti SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/bthanbtiI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BthanBTI/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bthanbti Twitter: @BthanBTI iTunes: https://itun.es/i6SJ6Pw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlackerThanBlackTimesInfinity Rescue + Residence https://www.rescueresidence.org/ Donate: https://www.givebutter.com/R_R_Champions

On this edition of Roqe, Jian is joined by David Marino, better known as David Shekamoo - the American chef, foodie and content creator who has built a huge following by diving headfirst into Persian food and culture. Joining from Dubai, David tells the unlikely and very funny story of how an American guy married into an Iranian family and gradually became, well...very Persian. From his first encounters with Iranian food to ghormeh sabzi, tahdig, kabab, taarof and Iranian hospitality, David explains how "Shekamoo" became an online identity, why his videos connected so strongly with Iranians, and how his mission has grown into connecting East and West through food, language and culture. Plus, Pegah Ganji joins Jian for another edition of the Roqe Roundup, with some of the issues, debates and stories making waves in the Iranian space. And Jian opens with a pointed essay about the United Nations, its treatment of representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and what he argues is a troubling double standard: "THE U.N. IS A CLOWN SHOW." This episode is brought to you with the support of Avoca Chocolates - @avocachocolates - avocachocolates.com (https://avocachocolates.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Follow Jian on Instagram: @JianGhomeshi Meezoon basheen.

From the UK to Israel, the signs of Iran's malicious influence across the West are growing. Will the attempted hijack of an Israel-bound flight from Dubai be added to that list? On today's episode of Iran: the Latest, Venetia Rainey speaks with Jerusalem correspondent Henry Bodkin and Israel-based OSINT specialist Tal Hagin about how the flydubai pilot and passengers fought back to prevent a catastrophic attack that could have sparked a fresh war. As Donald Trump calls the alleged attacker a “terrorist or a whackjob”, they discuss three scenarios for who was behind it, debunked conspiracy theories - and the implications for the Middle East. After OSINT company Golden Owl exposed an Iran-linked influence operation targeting Israeli voters ahead of the election, they break down Plus,, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Tehran was likely behind a plot foiled outside the UK's RAF Fairford airbase, and the US kicks out Iranian negotiators as peace talks stall. HighlightsHow flydubai's hero pilot and passengers stopped a warIranian covert influence network exposed targeting Israeli election debateCONTRIBUTORS:Venetia Rainey, co-host and executive producer @venetiaraineyHenry Bodkin, Jerusalem Correspondent @HenryBodkinTal Hagin, OSINT specialist and director of intelligence network Otus @talhaginWATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnf_DDTfIVAif-vifC6F2aoPB8GIw6dkCONTENT REFERENCED:Iranian negotiators kicked out of US by Rubiohttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/10/01/iranian-negotiators-kicked-out-of-america-by-rubio/Burnham: Iran played part in suspected RAF terror plothttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/30/andy-burnham-iran-played-part-in-suspected-raf-terror-plot/How the hijacking of a flight to Israel could tear the Gulf aparthttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/10/01/hijack-terror-plot-gulf-israel-tel-aviv-flight-middle-east/The hero who stopped Israel's 9/11https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/09/30/pilot-stabbed-suspected-hijack-israel-bound-plane/The Other Face of War: Iranian Regime–Linked Manipulation of Israel's 2026 Election Debatehttps://goldenowl.ai/resources/research/Iranian-Regime-Linked-Manipulation-of-Israel-2026-Election-Debate#7-operated-from-iran-the-iran-app-ringWinner Best News and Analysis Podcast - Publisher Podcast Awards 2026Nominated Podcast of the Year - Society of Editors News Podcasts Awards 2026Nominated Best News, Politics and Current Affairs - British Podcast Awards 2026The Telegraph, Winner Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026 - Publisher Podcast Awards 2026Producers: Peter Shevlin and Max Bower Researcher and Social Producer: Anna HindmarshStudio Operator: Andy WatsonExecutive Producer: Venetia Rainey ► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditor► EMAIL US: Contact the team on battlelines@telegraph.co.uk► GET THE LATEST HEADLINES: Find all our latest Iran coverage here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/iran-war/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Collins unpacks the latest as around 700 offenders serving sentences of up to 19 months are scheduled for release starting this morning, marking the initial phase of a government early-release scheme expected to free more than 4,500 prisoners by June. The policy has drawn fierce criticism from victim advocacy watchdogs and domestic abuse survivors, who live in fear for their safety. In one case, a survivor of abuse reported fleeing abroad ahead of her former partner's planned release.The government has officially scrapped its "one in, one out" migrant arrangement, ending the framework previously used to manage specific return and exchange agreements for asylum seekers and migrants.Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has announced that she will ban school leavers from moving directly onto unemployment benefits upon leaving education. Separately, former cabinet minister Alan Milburn suggested that businesses and employers should begin teaching primary school pupils about work from an early age. PM Andy Burnham has indicated that holding a second referendum on the UK's relationship with the European Union remains an option. His comments have sparked political debate, with critics warning that rejoining the EU or its single market could lead to a return to free movement of people.Meanwhile - the plot thickens - Andy Burnham has suggested potential Iranian involvement regarding the recent foiled terror plot targeting RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire despite 5 suspects being released on bail. Passengers intervened to regain control of a commercial airliner following an attempted hijacking in which a co-pilot reportedly stabbed the captain. According to reports, an Israeli plumber aboard the aircraft helped stabilize and control the plunging plane using knowledge gained from aviation television programs, preventing a major disaster.And Veteran broadcaster and campaigner Dame Esther Rantzen has died at the age of 86. Following her passing, details emerged of an emotional farewell letter to her fans, sealed until her death, in which she wrote the final message: "See you on the other side."Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nigel Farage & the radical right have tried to use the strange events at RAF Fairford to feed the politics of hateIn his latest Lowdown podcast short, Nick Cohen discusses Nigel Farage's extraordinary and irresponsible attempts to make political capital from the strange events at RAF Fairford this week, including allegations of an alleged Iranian-linked terrorism. Without any evidence, and before anyone was even charged, Farage rushed headlong onto social media and heavily suggested this was an Iranian plot, using terrorists who got into the UK on one of the small boats!Nick says that while the story initially appeared serious, the five arrested men were released on bail, no weapons were found, and one suspect had actually called the police. Nick argues that Farage used the event to falsely link the incident to asylum seekers and small boats, despite the suspects being British citizens. He claims Farage then aligned himself with the extreme right by comparing the situation to that of Danny "Tommo", a leader of a group that menaces ports. Nick describes a "media political complex" involving Farage, Rupert Lowe, and GB News that pressures the police and undermines contempt of court laws. Nick concludes by quoting a psychological profile of Adolf Hitler to suggest that Farage and his allies use similar tactics of repetition and blame to maintain supporter dependency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Flydubai flight is diverted after a cockpit stabbing, and a pilot is arrested, Prime Minister Burnham alleges "strong indications" of Iranian involvement in the U.K. RAF Fairford incident, while MI5 alleges that Universities are aiding PRC espionage research, the U.S. Treasury plans to auto-enroll 60 million kids in Trump accounts, Moonshot reviews Kimi AI after a bioweapon jailbreak is found, Morocco names Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as its first female Prime Minister, a Fed watchdog finds no crime in the bank's renovation overruns, the U.S. Supreme Court allows third-country deportations to resume, RFK Jr. pushes a plan to pool U.S. health data for an AI study, and Antarctic sea ice hits its third-lowest winter peak. Sources: Verity.News

Britain's borders, our prisons and even our democracy is under siege. Julia Hartley-Brewer and Brendan O'Neill condemn the early release of offenders, the collapse of the one-in, one-out migrant scheme and alarming claims surrounding a suspected Iranian plot at RAF Fairford. Lord Ross Kemps examines Andy Burnham's plans to reopen the Brexit debate, warning that rejoining the EU would restore free movement and surrender control over immigration. Plus, Kemi Badenoch's tough-love welfare proposals target rising youth unemployment and long-term dependency.Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM. Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An incredible mid-air cockpit attack - and claims of an Iranian cell lurking outside a military base: from the Middle East to Britain, authorities are on high alert after two alleged terrorism incidents. Today - what really happened with RAF Fairford and Flydubai 1073. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Hero Flydubai pilot managed to open cockpit door despite being stabbed by a co-pilot ‘Who’s going to save you?’ Hero pilot lauds highly trained aircrew Australians Carol and Steven Moss caught in FlyDubai hijack drama RAF Fairford terror plot ‘foiled when suspect called police’ Locals say RAF Fairford security ramped up in week before ‘terror plot arrests’ This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, the direct assault on our republic and Constitution is very concerning. Former special prosecutor Jack Smith abused his authority by obtaining secret subpoenas for communications from Republican members of Congress, numerous media organizations, journalists, and even the Mark Levin radio show, the only radio show in the country Smith went after, as part of his investigation into President Trump. These actions, carried out with the approval of federal judges and hidden from public view, violated constitutional protections, including separation of powers, the Speech and Debate Clause, and the First Amendment. This investigation was driven by political motives rather than justice. And make no mistake: the Biden White House was looped in on everything.  Also, if Donald Trump was not president, and Kamala Harris won the presidency, the Democrat Party ruled DC, and the Woke Reich isolation appeasers held sway, the Iranian regime would have nuclear weapons, complete control over the Strait of Hormuz driving gas prices far beyond what they are today (which would be the least of our problems), our nation and many others would be facing nuclear attack by an Islamist-terrorist death cult openly committed to our annihilation, or at least nuclear blackmail that would change the face of the planet, and we'd have few if any options in dealing with the Iranian regime. Now that President Trump has prevented ALL of these horrific scenarios because he uniquely had the courage and foresight to act, the various imbeciles of the Left and Radical Right beat their chests and howl to the moon as if they were right about something all along.  They were right about nothing.  But for POTUS acting, they'd be proven wrong about everything, to our grave endangerment and that of the rest of the world. Later, there's a proposed Islamic community center, school, and mosque project near Atlantic Avenue and Lyons Road in South Florida.. After reviewing property records, corporate filings, and organizational connections tied to the project, the ownership structure, property transfers, LLC formations, and relationships among various organizations have become so complex that it is difficult for the public to follow the money, understand who is ultimately responsible, or assess the project's full impact. Residents should demand answers, request records, and put their concerns on the record because this project could significantly affect the surrounding community and deserves thorough public scrutiny. Finally, Alan Dershowitz calls in to discuss his new book - Why I Quit the Dems: And So Should You! (confessions of a reluctant Republican*). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 30. After more than 23 years and $1.7 trillion, America is winding down its war in Iraq, closing the last major U.S. military base today. WSJ's Jared Malsin went to Iraq and reports that while Baghdad has undergone a renaissance, behind the scenes, Iranian-backed militia groups have gained a lot of power. Plus, a state judge in New York rules that mayor Zohran Mamdani must redo the rollout of his pied-à-terre tax. And WSJ's Aaron Zitner details our latest poll, showing Americans want populist policies that defy traditional political labels. Daniel Bach hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1965  IBM  360/85 FORT MEADECONTENTS OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-29-2026Navigating Artificial Intelligence And ElectionsGUEST: Liz PeekLiz Peek analyzes the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and the emerging debate over its regulation. While tech figures like Sam Altman and Elon Musk advocate for industry guardrails to mitigate risks like rogue AI agents and safety vulnerabilities, President Trump pushes for rapid advancement to maintain a competitive edge over China. Peek differentiates macro AI safety concerns from local opposition to data centers, which centers on utility costs. Turning to politics, she evaluates the Senate midterms, noting Republicans hold an edge in key tossup states like New Hampshire and Maine, while Democrats face steep challenges running the table nationwide. File 1Middle East Escalations And ConflictGUEST: Jonathan Schanzer Jonathan Schanzer evaluates ongoing conflicts across the Middle East, focusing on Iran, Yemen, Lebanon, and Gaza. Iran seeks to prolong military tensions to deplete American munitions, raise oil prices, and avoid facing severe domestic anger over its collapsing economy. In Yemen, the Iranian aligned Houthi militia pushes to unify the country, threatening Saudi Arabia and regional stability. Meanwhile, Hezbollah capability in Lebanon has been reduced by eighty percent, though political paralysis hinders government control. Schanzer notes that ending the Gaza conflict hinges on disarming Hamas, while withdrawing American troops from Iraq opens dangerous avenues for Iranian influence across the region. File 2European Leftist Populism And AIGUEST: Joseph Sternberg2 Joseph Sternberg highlights the rise of far left populism in Europe, exemplified by Die Linke winning local elections in Berlin. The party, rooted in East German communism, combines classic Marxist economic proposals like housing nationalization with troubling anti-Semitic sentiments emerging from an alliance of radical critical theorists and Islamist voters. Sternberg argues this coalition makes hostility an existential issue for the left compared to right wing parties. He also addresses the economic uncertainties of artificial intelligence, warning that massive infrastructure spending on data centers may fail to yield expected financial returns, creating major risks alongside ongoing American and Chinese competition. File 3Michigan Senate Battleground Midterm AnalysisGUEST: Thaddeus McCotter Thaddeus McCotter provides an extensive analysis of the Michigan Senate race between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El Sayed. McCotter highlights economic anxieties, inflation, and energy costs driven by Middle East conflict as central voter concerns. While Michigan historically leans Democratic in Senate contests, El Sayed's primary victory over center left Haley Stevens and his association with radical figures like Hassan Piker alienate moderate voters. McCotter observes that while Democrats capitalize on economic frustration, El Sayed's far left platform gives Republicans a viable path. Nationwide, McCotter notes that Democrats face an uphill battle to win the Senate this cycle. File 4Global Security And Strategic GeopoliticsGUEST: Gregory Copley Gregory Copley analyzes global geopolitical shifts, focusing on China, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. He describes the summit between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump as symbolic stability designed to prop up China's fragile domestic economy and internal Communist Party rivalries amid severe water and demographic crises. In Southeast Asia, Copley examines Indonesia acquiring an aircraft carrier under President Prabowo Subianto, signaling strategic modernization to safeguard vital maritime choke points between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Finally, he dismisses the Cardiff Memorandum, a sovereignty effort by Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish leaders, as grandstanding driven by frustration with Westminster government performance. File 5Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure And RegulationGUEST: Jim McTague Jim McTague explores the political and economic friction surrounding artificial intelligence expansion, particularly the development of massive data centers. Reporting from Pennsylvania, McTague notes how local municipalities are establishing zoning regulations and utility constraints to prevent corporate developers from imposing facilities without community input. Alongside cohost Thaddeus McCotter, McTague discusses White House backing for a golden age of artificial intelligence, comparing proposed regulatory approaches to financial market oversight. While tech leaders call for industry guardrails, McTague emphasizes that light touch, goal oriented regulatory models are superior to heavy handed rules, warning that political backlash over energy grid strain impacts elections. File 6Russian Election Control Hybrid WarfareGUEST: Ivana StradnerIvana Stradner details how Vladimir Putin maintained absolute control over Russia's Duma elections, securing three quarters of the seats for United Russia through autocratic manipulation, barring anti war parties like Yabloko, and staging fabricated electoral unity. Stradner explains that these domestic maneuvers serve Putin's broader ambition of restoring imperial dominance and testing NATO resolve. Through hybrid warfare, encompassing political pressure, sabotage, cyber operations, and psychological tactics, Russia aims to exploit western disunity and risk aversion. Stradner warns that Putin seeks to expose NATO Article Five as ineffective, emphasizing that western allies must show unity and escalate deterrence to counter threats. FILE 7Russian Sanctions Arctic Energy ExpansionGUEST: Max Meizlish Max Meizlish analyzes the enforcement of United States economic sanctions on Russia's Arctic LNG Two energy project and the strategic implications of the Polar Silk Road partnership between Moscow and Beijing. Meizlish notes that while previous enforcement turned back critical Chinese power modules, inconsistent application permitted later deliveries. Chinese state owned enterprises buy sanctioned facilities to shield transactions from Western pressure while purchasing discounted Russian liquefied natural gas. Meizlish stresses that Washington must utilize new legislative mandates like the Graham Sanctions Act to penalize non compliant Chinese entities, warning that weak enforcement enables adversaries to build dual use Arctic infrastructure. File 8

1680 ARABIAHijack Attempt Aboard FlyDubai FlightBill Roggio analyzes an incident aboard a FlyDubai flight bound for Tel Aviv where a co-pilot attempted to crash the airplane after stabbing the pilot, but was subdued by courageous passengers and crew. Roggio critiques the label "lone wolf," noting that it often dangerously disassociates attackers from broader terrorist networks, much like historic cases linked to radical planners. The discussion highlights strict security protocols for Israeli flights and raises serious questions about how a weapon was smuggled past screening. Separately, British authorities arrested individuals connected to state-sponsored Iranian threats, illustrating persistent global security risks amid early reporting uncertainties. (2)

1688 ARABIA US Navy Protects Hormuz TransitRebecca Grant, co-host Gordon Chang: Grant refutes Iranian propaganda claiming disruption of U.S. Fifth Fleetoperations near the Strait of Hormuz. Grant explains that Iran lacks precise real-time tracking capabilities to target agile, fast-moving American destroyers and aircraft carriers operating in deep zone defense formations. Even if foreign satellites provide imagery, targeting data quickly becomes stale and ineffective. Under U.S. Navy protection, between 10 and 20 million barrels of oil per day continue to transit safely out of the Gulf. This maintains an effective economic blockade on Iranian exports while keeping vital global shipping lanes secure. (5)

Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into breaking news about an apparent terrorist attack by a pilot on a plane with many Israeli passengers, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) endorsing Democrats in the midterm elections, Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt stumbling badly in his questioning of former Special Counsel Jack Smith, and the latest intensely negative ads.First, they discuss the breaking news of a FlyDubai flight that nearly crashed after a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the pilot and sent the plane into a dive before he was subdued by passengers, many of whom were Israeli. Next, they have fun with the IRGC telling Americans to vote for Democrats. It also lies about the Iranian nuclear program and whines about being on the U.S. list of terrorist organizations. Jim says this would not be the first time terrorists or their sponsors injected themselves into a U.S. election.Then, they cringe as Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt's efforts to link former Special Counsel Jack Smith to the Trump probe in Fulton County, Georgia, fall apart when he (or his staff) confuse the Atlanta Hawks with the Iowa Hawkeyes. Jim and Greg also address the Senate Judiciary Committee revealing the Smith probe collected communications from reporters of many different media organizations.Finally, they have more fun with the fierce attack ads against the Bears and Jets heading into Sunday's game.Please visit our great sponsors:Trees.comGet additional 20% better plants and better growing at Trees.dom using code MARTINI at checkout.Visit https://Trees.com  Now's the perfect time to plant - let's grow together.Human CoalitionIt only takes a monthly donation of $26 to create a life-saving moment. A moment where a mother receives support instead of pressure. Be her lifeline. Create a life-saving moment. Donate at https://HumanCoalition.org/MARTININew episodes every weekday. 

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, James Talarico may not think that God is nonbinary anymore, but he's certain that He's in favor of universal health care. The Texas Senate candidate posted a riff on X about how the Bible is the foundation of his progressivism. Supposedly, through happy coincidence, our Savior agrees with Talarico about important planks of the Democratic platform circa 2026. “When Jesus healed the sick,” the Democrat said, “He didn't ask for a deductible. So, when I fight for universal health care, I'm doing it on biblical grounds.” This is the kind of cheap misuse of Scripture that Talarico, a former seminarian, finds irresistible. Also McDonald's pushes AI tools that suggest Big Mac prices are based on ‘customers willingness to pay' / the Iranian regime uses false propaganda to promote a normal and vibrant life in Iran / the "Senator John Kennedy Audio Cut of the Day" / and Geddy Lee's Brad Bradford endorsement for Toronto mayor sparks debate among Rush fans: 'I guess we can no longer call Rush “progressive rock”' For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Howie Mandel Negotiations with Iran….Deal or No Deal? Robot Soldiers – new and exciting. 30-Year Bond Mayhem and gullible markets. So much economic news coming up – let’s dig in. PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? PayPal.Donation.Button({ env:'production', hosted_button_id:'JJJHP2GDEJC7J', image: { src:'https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif', alt:'Donate with PayPal button', title:'PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!', } }).render('#donate-button'); Follow John S. Dvorak on X Follow Andrew Horowitz on X Warm-Up -  Closest to The Pin??????????? - Howie Mandel Negotiations with Iran....Deal or No Deal? - Robot Soldiers - new and exciting Markets - 30-Year Bond Mayhem!  Alliteration or Tautogram? - This week in Economics - plenty to come - What is wrong with Nike? - How gullible can markets be?   DHU MAILING LIST! - Go to DHUnplugged.com GAME: IS IT AN ALLITERATION OR TAUTOGRAM ----- Alliteration: The repetition of the same initial sound in neighboring words (for example, "big bad bears"). -------Tautogram: A strict form of alliteration where all words in a phrase or sentence begin with the identical letter - Which is it? :::  Bessent's Big Bond Blunder Backfired! How about this?  Brash Billionaire Bessent's Botched Big Bond Blunder Backfired Bitterly! THIS WEEK IN ECONOMIC NEWS............... TUESDAY - THE CONSUMER AND JOB OPENINGS - Consumer confidence and August job openings arrive at 10 AM ET. - Watch whether households are getting more worried about prices and whether employers are still hiring. WEDNESDAY - INFLATION AND SPENDING - August PCE inflation, personal income and spending arrive at 8:30 AM ET, alongside updated second-quarter GDP figures. - The key question: is spending holding up while inflation stays elevated? THURSDAY - FACTORY CHECK - September ISM manufacturing arrives at 10 AM ET. Watch new orders, employment and prices paid for signs that growth and inflation are pulling in different directions. FRIDAY - THE BIG ONE - September payrolls, unemployment and wages arrive at 8:30 AM ET. - The current forecast is about 100,000 jobs and 4.1% unemployment, down from August's 162,000 job gain. FAST FOOD'S SQUEEZE - McDonald's CEO expects elevated inflation and flat restaurant traffic to persist. US same-store sales rose just 0.8% last quarter as visits fell. - McDonald's plans $8.5 billion in support for restaurant upgrades through 2036, betting better operations and value offers can win back customers. -- Wendy's faces its own traffic problem and plans to close up to roughly 350 underperforming US restaurants in 2026. -- Meritage Hospitality Group, a franchisee operating 314 Wendy's locations, filed for bankruptcy protection on September 17. Wendy's itself did not file. - The common problem: customers are visiting less often while food, labor and restaurant costs remain high. - La Vie on Saturday ($36 Mezza Plate!) MCD CHART AMERICA.GOV - AI for all Americans! - Did you see the images? CHINA'S AI LABS BORROW CLAUDE - Anthropic accused several Chinese AI labs of extracting Claude's capabilities to train competing models. - Alibaba allegedly generated more than 151 million Claude exchanges. - Moonshot generated more than 23 million; DeepSeek more than 12 million. - Some customer prompts were allegedly routed through Claude without users knowing. - Anthropic tightened verification and account controls in response. $5,000 MIDTERM PROMISE - Trump promised $5,000 to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain Congress. - A universal payment would cost well above $1 trillion. - He told voters to "pretend that I'm on the ballot." - No detailed funding mechanism or legislative structure was presented. ROBOT SOLDIERS - Chinese military researchers are studying humanoid robots for battlefield use. - Possible roles include reconnaissance, logistics, infiltration and urban combat. - One study modeled six robots clearing a building alongside human troops. - China produced about 95% of global humanoid shipments in 2025. - No evidence shows armed humanoids are operational with PLA units yet. NIKE LOST INDEX STATUS - Nike is being removed from the S&P 100 after 18 years. - Its market value has fallen roughly 80% from five years ago. - Nike shares are around $36, making it the smallest-weighted stock in the price-weighted Dow at about 0.4%. - Reuters noted that its Dow membership could now be at risk as well. - Nike shares have gained only about 5% since joining the Dow in 2013. NKE CHART ON (ONON) SIGNS MBAPPE - Kylian Mbappe ended a roughly 20-year relationship with Nike and signed with On. - The deal reportedly includes both cash and equity. - On is using Mbappe to make a serious move into soccer after building credibility in tennis with Roger Federer. - Former French star Thierry Henry is heading On's soccer business. - ONON shares are still down roughly 40% this year amid slowing growth in the Americas. IRAN'S SEVEN-DAY OFFER - Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days of a deal, with a pause in regional fighting. - In return, it wants the US blockade on Iranian ports lifted, frozen funds released and oil sanctions waived. - The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump rejected the plan; Reuters could not confirm that report. Iran was still awaiting an official US response. - An Iranian official said Tehran would not give ground on uranium enrichment, even if the peace proposal were accepted. - Seems like all bets are off- Trump goes All Howie Mandel: DEAL OR NO DEAL (NO DEAL!) THE LONG BOND BREAKS HIGHER - The 30-year Treasury yield reached its highest level since 2004 during Thursday's bond selloff. - Elevated energy prices, inflation concerns and heavier government borrowing added pressure to long-dated bonds. - Higher Treasury yields raise the financing hurdle for mortgages, commercial property and the AI buildout. GOLDMAN WAITS OUT THE AI DEBT FLOOD - Goldman Sachs Asset Management is underweight bonds from major AI hyperscalers. - Its concern is supply: more borrowing for data centers could push bond prices down and yields up. - Goldman still believes in the AI business case. The underweight call is about the price of its debt. - Moody's puts hyperscalers' off-balance-sheet obligations at nearly $3 trillion. PIMCO'S PHILADELPHIA OFFICE HIT - Pimco faces an estimated $35 million loss on a commercial mortgage-backed security tied to two downtown Philadelphia office towers. - The expected loss is roughly 70% on that security. - A sharp loss on one office-backed bond puts the value of similar collateral back in focus as borrowing costs rise. - - Starting to see some strain in the commercial market now that rates are META'S MUSE TAKES OFF - Meta's personal AI agent Muse exceeded 2.5 million downloads and topped US app charts within two weeks of launch. - Meta shares jumped 11% on September 21, adding nearly $200 billion in market value. - Muse can send emails, shop and book travel on a user's behalf. - Meta is also testing a feature in which human contractors handle some calls made through Muse. Employees raised privacy concerns; Meta says it will disclose the feature before a public rollout.   Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? PayPal.Donation.Button({ env: 'production', hosted_button_id: 'JJJHP2GDEJC7J', image: { src: 'https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif', alt: 'Donate with PayPal button', title: 'PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!' } }).render('#donate-button-2'); THE CLOSEST TO THE PIN for SpaceX (SPCX) Winners will be getting great stuff like the new "OFFICIAL" DHUnplugged Shirt!   FED AND CRYPTO LIMERICKS   See this week's stock picks HERE Follow John S. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter

//The Wire//2300Z September 30, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: ATTEMPTED HIJACKING OF COMMERCIAL AIRLINER HALTED IN MIDDLE EAST, PILOT SEVERELY WOUNDED DURING ATTACK. SMOKE PLUMES OBSERVED AT MAJOR SAUDI OIL PROCESSING FACILITY. UNITED STATES ANNOUNCES FORMAL WITHDRAWAL FROM IRAQ. IRANIAN ATTACKS ON SHIPPING CONTINUE IN HORMUZ STRAIT.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-Middle East: Overnight a possible hijacking incident was reported onboard a FlyDubai aircraft. At 0653 local time, Flight FZ1073 departed Dubai International Airport, bound for Tel Aviv. Approximately 136 minutes into the flight, the transponder data indicates the aircraft conducted a very sharp nosedive, losing over 14,000 feet of altitude in 37 seconds. Within the aircraft, reports indicate that the copilot stabbed the pilot multiple times, and attempted to deliberately crash the aircraft. After the initial nosedive, the wounded Captain was able to open the cockpit door, allowing passengers and cabin crew to subdue the copilot. Over a period of six seconds, a passenger was able to recover from the dive, banking hard to the north. Two off-duty FlyDubai pilots who were passengers on the flight regained control off the aircraft, and twenty minutes after the incident, the aircraft turned around over Jordanian airspace and diverted to Prince Sultan International Airport in Tabuk. The aircraft landed safely despite the sharp decent causing a significant portion of the rudder to break off.Analyst Comment: If these details are true, this incident was host to multiple aspects which are nothing short of miraculous. Based on the rate of decent, the aircraft was approximately 27 seconds from hitting the ground before a passenger was reportedly able to pull up on the yoke and recover the aircraft from the dive. The presence of two other pilots onboard the aircraft is also itself remarkable, as if the copilot was the terrorist, and the lead pilot was stabbed, there was no one left to fly the aircraft except the passengers in the back. Nearly all details are known via video recordings from passengers onboard the aircraft, but the exact nature of what took place inside the cockpit (and when) is not confirmed yet. Videos from within the cabin indicate both the pilot and copilot were severely wounded during the fight, and the status of both is not known. The nationalities of all involved are also important due to the current tensions around the region. Most of the passengers were Israeli citizens traveling back to Tel Aviv. The pilot (who was stabbed) is Indian, and the alleged terrorist copilot is Omani.Iraq: This morning, the Pentagon announced the completion of the withdrawal of the last troops from Erbil Airbase, marking the official end of Operation INHERENT RESOLVE in Iraq. Officially, the only American military personnel within Iraq are located at the American Embassy in Baghdad, with the diplomatic mission being the only officially recognized deployment location at this time.Analyst Comment: While the ending of a 23 year war is significant and worthy of further reflection, in the more immediate short term, the abandonment of the Erbil Airbase confirms prior reporting that the Patriot battery had been relocated from this facility weeks ago. The withdrawal from this critical air defense sector will probably affect American bases in Jordan, if Iranian missile launches continue.Persian Gulf: This morning the UKMTO released a batch of "time late" reports, confirming that a total of three merchant vessels were struck by Iranian cruise missiles while attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz over the past few days. Due to the delay in reporting these strikes, it is not clear when they took place, however several Iranians reported witnessing missile launches from Sirik yesterday.Iran: Civil defense preparations continue to expand in size and scope. The week of October 26 - November 2 has been designated Civil Defense Week nationwide, with various drills and exercises being planned among the civilian populace to prepare for three different scenarios: Normal natural disaster emergencies, a state of ceasefire, or a full-scale war. IRGC-affiliated social media accounts have also claimed that military units in southern Iran have been issued Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) protective equipment, such as gas masks and decontamination kits.Analyst Comment: These reports are sporadic at best, and the photos from one soldier on social media are not exactly indicative of what the entire 600,000-man army is doing. However, the Iranians are not taking any chances an very clearly expect and escalation of attacks, possibly to include the use of more serious weapons.Saudi Arabia: This morning an incident was reported at ARAMCO's North Ghawar processing facility, with locals on the ground observing a large smoke plume emitting from the installation. No official statements have disclosed what happened, but no missile/drone warnings were noted by locals.Analyst Comment: This may or may not be the result of a drone strike; it could be the result of an industrial accident or exceptionally abnormal gas flaring. The Abqaiq processing plant at this facility is a major complex, and critically important as it's the start point for the East-West Pipeline (the other end being the terminals at Yanbu). By now, the pipeline should be functional to some degree, pumping an unknown amount of oil to the terminals on the Red Sea, but if this was an unplanned event of some kind, it might be slow going to get this pipeline fully back online.Syria: This afternoon, a major explosion was reported at a natural gas pipeline near the Tishreen Power Plant in Damascus. The resulting fire burned throughout the evening, and the power plant was shut down. The cause of the blast has not yet been publicly released.Analyst Comment: This follows yesterday's pipeline attack in southern Syria, which was directly confirmed to be sabotage. It's not clear as to if this pipeline explosion was sabotage, but at this point malign action is likely. Various insurgent groups within Syria have been hitting gas pipelines for weeks now, but no one group has claimed responsibility for these strikes yet.India: Overnight a major explosion was reported at the MRPL refinery in Mangaluru. One worker was killed and several others injured after a rupture occurred in a high-pressure tank at the Coker Hydrotreater Unit. At the time of the explosion, this refinery was already operating at peak capacity, to refine and process as much crude as physically possible at the site.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Within the United Kingdom, more questions than answers remain concerning two incidents which have captured media attention for the past few days. At RAF Fairford, not many details have come to light that can be corroborated with much reliability. The US continues to claim that this was a major terror attack that the US was involved in tracking, while British authorities claim that no explosives were found in the vehicles and the contents turned out to be drums of gasoline. However, this morning British authorities radically shifted their position, with PM Burnham stating that there are "strong indications that Iran played a part" in the incident. Despite these claims, all of the assailants are still free from detention.In Rotherham, almost zero details have been released regarding yesterday's explosive incident. The individual who was killed has not been identified, but authorities have stated that the incident was the result of a "household accident", without providing any further amplifying information. Due to the sheer lack of information, speculation has run rampant, but nothing is verifiable yet. Considering the very odd circumstances of this incident, more scrutiny on this case would be worthwhile, especially considering the heightened terrorism concerns around the continent.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

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In Episode 207 of the Facts vs Feelings podcast, Carson Group's Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, Chief Macro Strategist, welcome back Rory Johnston, founder and CEO of Commodity Context, to make sense of an oil market that remains historically tight more than 200 days into the war with Iran. Rory explains why Brent sits near $108 with extreme backwardation, why roughly 13.5 million barrels a day are now moving through the Strait of Hormuz versus a pre-war normal of about 21 million, and why he calls himself a "Hormuz half-empty" kind of guy.From there, the conversation turns to what Rory calls the "Beijing swing," as China cut net crude imports by about 5.5 million barrels a day, and to record-high diesel prices, including what a U.S. diesel export ban would mean for prices at the pump. The episode wraps with the market signals Rory watches that may indicate when the crisis is truly over: rising OECD inventories and the front of the crude curve flipping into contango.Key TakeawaysBrent is near $108 with prompt spreads close to $8 a barrel, signaling an acute physical deficit even though Hormuz flows have recovered to about 13.5 million barrels a day, up from near zero for non-Iranian crude in March and April.Rory argues Iran is gradually losing control of the strait, but the cost is enormous: Iraqi barrels have been discounted by $30 to $50, VLCC rates have hit record highs, and the war is far from over.China cut net crude imports by roughly 5.5 million barrels a day, and Rory believes drawdowns of strategic crude and diesel stockpiles, not just weak demand, explain much of that swing, making it inherently unsustainable.Diesel remains the tightest part of the market, with roughly 2 million barrels a day lost from the Middle East and Russia, U.S. exports up about 50%, and diesel cracks running at several times normal levels.A U.S. diesel export ban would lower domestic prices but send global diesel prices soaring and eventually force refinery run cuts. Rory expects a rationing of export licenses rather than a full ban.In Rory's opinion, the clearest signal the crisis is over would be OECD inventories rising and the front of major crude curves flipping into contango, which would show the supply deficit is truly behind us.Jump to:0:00 — Welcome and a Family Update2:35 — Rory Johnston Returns and Reintroduces Himself6:40 — From $200 Oil Fear to Reality10:45 — What Tight Backwardation Is Signaling14:55 — Hormuz Transit Data and Dark Tankers25:10 — China Demand Swing and the Brent WTI Gap38:15 — Why the War Keeps Dragging On42:10 — Diesel Shortage and Export Ban Math47:55 — The Cleanest Signal the Crisis Ends50:15 — Where to Follow Rory and Final ThanksRory Johnson is not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Opinions expressed by this individual may not be representative of CWM, LLC.Connect with Ryan:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandetrick/• X: https://x.com/RyanDetrickConnect with Sonu:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonu-varghese-phd/• X: https://x.com/sonusvarghese?lang=enQuestions about the show? We'd love to hear from you! factsvsfeelings@carsongroup.com

A flight to Israel from the UAE has been diverted and made an emergency landing after the pilot was violently attacked in a suspected hijack attempt. On today's Iran: the Latest, Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you the latest news from this dramatic story after a suspected knife attack by the co-pilot. They look at why Israeli authorities are treating it as a terror incident, reports that the co-pilot was Omani, and the potential security implications for Israel, Iran, Lebanon and the wider region. Plus, is the US-Iran war on the brink of fully restarting? Hamidreza Azizi, senior Iran analyst at the International Crisis Group, explains why despite ongoing peace talks, Iran's regime is betting it can outlast Trump or force the US into a strategic trap ahead of the November midterms.Hamidreza lays out how the mistrust on the Iranian side is “so deep that it has reached the level of paranoia” and that the current situation means the region may end up in an even bigger war.HighlightsIsrael plane pilot attacked mid-air amid hijack attempt‘Escalation is inevitable': Why the US-Iran war is about to restart CONTRIBUTORS:Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphantVenetia Rainey, co-host and executive producer @venetiaraineyHamidreza Azizi, senior Iran analyst International Crisis Group @HamidRezaAzWATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnf_DDTfIVAif-vifC6F2aoPB8GIw6dkWinner Best News and Analysis Podcast - Publisher Podcast Awards 2026Nominated Podcast of the Year - Society of Editors News Podcasts Awards 2026Nominated Best News, Politics and Current Affairs - British Podcast Awards 2026The Telegraph, Winner Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026 - Publisher Podcast Awards 2026Producers: Peter Shevlin and Max Bower Researcher and Social Producer: Anna HindmarshStudio Operator: Andy WatsonExecutive Producer: Venetia Rainey ► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditor► EMAIL US: Contact the team on battlelines@telegraph.co.uk► GET THE LATEST HEADLINES: Find all our latest Iran coverage here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/iran-war/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss a farmer who helped foil a suspected Iranian terror plot targeting a UK military base and his concerns that several suspects may still be at large, a powerful Nor'easter bringing massive waves and flooding to the East Coast, and a rising NASCAR star who was jumped and beaten outside one of America's most famous hot dog spots.

1776 BATTLE HARLEM HEIGHTSSTREAMING BATTLE FRONTS 9-28-26In this radio transcript, host John Batchelor and experts from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies analyze the intensifying global instability across multiple conflict zones as of late 2024. The discussion focuses on the Iranian "axis of resistance," exploring how coordinated efforts by Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis create a unified front against Western interests. The participants examine a thwarted terror plot in the United Kingdom and the ongoing maritime blockade in the Middle East, which they link to broader Russian and Chinese geopolitical strategies. Significant attention is given to the diplomatic stalemate in Gaza, where the disarmament of Hamas remains a prerequisite for any stabilization or reconstruction plans. The experts ultimately argue that the United States lacks a cohesive counter-strategy to address these interconnected theaters of war effectively.

1814 BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANSCONTENTS JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-28-2026Analyzing Security Crises Across BattlefrontsBill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss multiple interconnected global conflict zones. In London, five suspects were arrested following an explosive plot against a UK air base hosting American B-1 bombers, potentially linked to Iran, al-Qaeda, or ISIS. Meanwhile, Iran offered a revised diplomatic proposal after rejecting a prior memorandum of understanding, though it lacks nuclear concessions. In Yemen, Houthi forces captured the port of Mocha and advanced southward toward the Bab el-Mandeb strait. In Lebanon, Israel maintains operations north of the Litani River while the Lebanese government fails to disarm Hezbollah. Lastly, Hamas remains unyielding regarding disarmament in Gaza. (1)Evaluating US China Diplomacy StrategySteve Yates evaluates the recent summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping, noting grand pomp but little substantive policy movement on Taiwan. A critical fourteen billion dollar arms sales package to Taiwan remains in stasis, which Yates warns increases regional security risks if delayed further. Commenting on Ambassador David Perdue's remark about selling arms to China, Yates interprets it as sarcastic banter rather than actual policy. Furthermore, Yates highlights statements from the US Pacific commander emphasizing America's military capability to inflict severe devastation in a conflict. Ultimately, Yates advocates delivering Taiwan's defense package promptly. (2)Critiquing US China Trade PoliciesAlan Tonelson expresses strong disappointment regarding recent US-China trade negotiations, which produced minor tariff concessions on labor-intensive goods that primarily relieve China's domestic unemployment crisis. Tonelson criticizes the Trump administration for failing to reinstate major tariffs counteracting China's industrial overcapacity and market dumping after earlier court rulings. He highlights how China uses its control over rare earth exports as strategic leverage, offering vague promises to restore export levels. Additionally, Tonelson notes that negotiations completely failed to tackle China's pervasive non-tariff trade barriers, warning that weak American leadership threatens long-term economic decoupling efforts. (3)Hamas Governance Stalls Reconstruction PlansSamuel Ben-Ur and Bill Roggio: Ben-Ur details how the Board of Peace unveiled a two point five billion dollar reconstruction plan for Gaza, which remains completely stalled because it requires Hamas to disarm and relinquish power. Hamas exhibits no intention to surrender its arms. Internal Hamas elections for its Gaza political chief resulted in a stalemate between factions backed by Doha-based leaders Khaled Mashal and Khalil al-Hayya. Meanwhile, the Board of Peace has completely excluded UNRWA from reconstruction efforts. Though massive humanitarian aid prevents famine, roughly two million Gazans endure harsh tent conditions while Hamas continues seizing aid for profit. (4Examining Hezbollah Deterrence and RegenerationDavid Daoud and Bill Roggio: Daoud examines how Hezbollah uses unclaimed FPV drone strikes in southern Lebanonto test Israeli and American resolve while maintaining media narratives of victory. Daoud criticizes the Lebanesegovernment for demanding full Israeli withdrawal before addressing Hezbollah's disarmament, repeating post-2006 failures. Furthermore, Lebanese Armed Forces deployments in pilot zones lack any mandate to confront Hezbollah, seizing minor ammunition rather than heavy weaponry. Under Naim Qassem's quiet leadership, Hezbollah relies on unsanctioned crowdfunding entities like Watawanu to fund social services and maintains weapons smuggling via Syriato sustain its long-term regeneration. (5)Houthi Offensives Escalating Across YemenBridget Toomey discusses the intensifying Houthi military offensives across Yemen, specifically targeting the strategic Taiz governorate. After seizing coastal territory down to the Bab el-Mandeb strait, Houthi forces are pushing into mountainous highlands to encircle Taiz city and cut off key supply roads. Toomey explains that Houthi advances are enabled by deep divisions among eight anti-Houthi coalition factions, Houthi control of national telecommunications infrastructure, and extensive Iranian operational support. By moving resources onto coastal islands and isolating government forces, the Houthis ultimately aim to encircle Aden and solidify single-party rule over all of Yemen. (6)Assessing Syria Governance Under SharaAhmad Sharawi analyzes Syria's political transformation under Ahmed al-Sharaa following the collapse of the Assadregime. Sharawi highlights controversial army appointments, including Omar Jeffi—a Turkish citizen and former HTSmember—to lead the Damascus division. During a Western media interview, al-Sharaa evaded explicitly renouncing his past oath of allegiance to al-Qaeda, deflecting questions as past history rather than demonstrating genuine ideological reform. Sharawi notes that Turkey uses Syria to project regional power into Lebanon and Iraq while securing lucrative reconstruction contracts, though al-Sharaa's attempt to balance relations among Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Israel will inevitably trigger regional friction. (7)Analyzing Strategic Waterways Regional ConflictsEdmund Fitton-Brown examines maritime choke points in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, highlighting how Iranian proxies strategically target Saudi oil transit routes. Fitton-Brown urges skepticism regarding Iran's temporary proposal to reopen Hormuz, warning against accepting deals that ignore Iran's nuclear program. He notes that the Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defense pact lacks practical military enforcement in Yemen. Furthermore, deep personal friction between leaders in Saudi Arabia and the UAE led to Emirati troop withdrawals, weakening anti-Houthi forces as Houthis advance toward Taiz, Marib, and Aden. Fitton-Brown calls for a unified US strategy addressing Iran and Yemen together. (8)Unpacking Iran Global Operations StrategyJanatyn Sayeh exposes Tehran's global coercion strategy, including the crowdsourced intelligence platform Alaj used to target dissidents and Western interests. Commenting on arrests near a UK airbase hosting American forces, Sayeh explains how Iran contracts organized crime gangs, Hell's Angels, and ideological operatives for transnational plots while routinely denying state involvement. Domestically, the IRGC is increasingly militarizing society—training civilians, women, and youth—in preparation for enduring conflict. Meanwhile, a rebranded Baloch insurgency demonstrates heightened military and intelligence capabilities against IRGC commanders. Sayeh concludes that former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi represents the most viable opposition leadership option. (9)Countering Chinese Influence In MicronesiaCleo Paskal details the geopolitical contest between the US and China in the Federated States of Micronesia, focusing on Yap state. A Chinese state-owned enterprise completed rebuilding an Imperial Japanese airfield on Woleai island and is expanding infrastructure across Yap. Despite US plans for two billion dollars in dual-use port and airport investments, mismanaged local engagement led INDOPACOM commander Admiral Paparo to warn of seeking alternative sites. Paskal criticizes Washington for relying on flawed advisors and artificial intelligence unsuited for non-digital Pacific societies. Consequently, China continues making strategic inroads by proposing alternative airline routes to exploit local dissatisfaction. (10)Analyzing South American Political ShiftsErnesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa analyze critical political dynamics in Brazil and Venezuela. In Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez faces immense pressure to schedule elections due to severe economic collapse, public protests, and left-wing accusations of treason following Nicolás Maduro's arrest. Meanwhile, opposition figure María Corina Machadoremains blocked from returning home. In Brazil, Araújo argues that President Lula da Silva's UN speech failed domestically because Lula ignored economic mismanagement and rampant drug cartel growth. Araújo highlights Flavio Bolsonaro's rising momentum in Brazil's election, framing it as a pivotal anti-system contest against entrenched institutional corruption. (11)

1882 CAIROMiddle East Escalations And ConflictGUEST: Jonathan Schanzer Jonathan Schanzer evaluates ongoing conflicts across the Middle East, focusing on Iran, Yemen, Lebanon, and Gaza. Iran seeks to prolong military tensions to deplete American munitions, raise oil prices, and avoid facing severe domestic anger over its collapsing economy. In Yemen, the Iranian aligned Houthi militia pushes to unify the country, threatening Saudi Arabia and regional stability. Meanwhile, Hezbollah capability in Lebanon has been reduced by eighty percent, though political paralysis hinders government control. Schanzer notes that ending the Gaza conflict hinges on disarming Hamas, while withdrawing American troops from Iraq opens dangerous avenues for Iranian influence across the region. File 2

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