Podcasts about middle east conflict

Following Donald Trump’s controversial declaration claiming the Strait of Hormuz as US territory, risk analyst Neil Fergus joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down escalating regional strikes, Russian drone support to Iran, and oil surging past $90 a barrel. The discussion spans expanding choke points in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, alleged US bombing threats against Oman, and major Iranian cyberattacks targeting Western universities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Today, Trump ordered the Pentagon to curtail military exercises with our ally South Korea; a top admiral concedes the abysmal conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln; Jared Kushner meets with Hamas to advance Trump's vision for Gaza; the White House took steps to withhold funding from Colorado over Tina Peters; Donald threatens to bomb our ally Oman if they cut a deal with Iran, the Supreme Court again rejects Trump's push to get his $5.8M back from E Jean Carroll; the NAACP is joining the legal team looking into the death of Nolan Wells; Washington is poised to elect the first out Black trans woman to a state legislature in the United States; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, Upwork Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free.  Thank You HomeServe For 50% less your first year, go to HomeServe.com/dailybeans. Void in Florida. The Trump Epstein Memorial Bookmobile The Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beans Diamond Dames - Subscribe here: Diamond Dames - A Ted Lasso PodcastDiamond Dames - YouTube playlist   The Latest Breakdown→ INSIDE Trump DOJ's BRUTAL Epstein Court Reckoning StoriesTrump Orders Pentagon to Curtail Military Exercises With Ally South Korea | The New York Times Top Admiral Praises Sailors but Concedes Hardships After Visit to U.S.S. Lincoln | New York Times Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it ‘gets in the way' | The Washington Post New evidence suggests White House took steps to punish Colorado over Tina Peters case | MS NOW NAACP Office of General Counsel Joins Nolan Wells' Family Legal Team | NAACP Washington Is Poised To Elect The First Out Black Trans Woman To A State Legislature In The US | Erin In The Morning Good Trouble National Parks Conservation Association - Protect Our National Parks | NPCA.ORG Democracy Forward - democracyforward.org NARF - narf.org5Calls.org →Friday August 28 in DC March On Washington 2026 -marchonwashington2026.com Check your voter registration and deadlines → Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org →Helpline Orientation- Spanish Speakers Needed! · VoteRiders →Help save Texas from Ken Paxton! →NO HATE in WA State →Stand With Minnesota →iceout.org Good News Oct 9 -Southwest Funny Fest:Dana Goldberg's Southwest FunnyFest - City of Albuquerque -Email Dana@DanaGoldberg.com for sponsorship information Tickets for Dana Goldberg: Outrageous - Sep 23 - Den Theater - Chicago  →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com Subscribe to the MSW on YouTube - MSW Media - YouTube Our Donation Links The Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beans Blue Wave California - ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship - boomerang - pathways  Dana and The Daily Beans support of Human Rights Campaign ONE CAUSE HRC The Daily Beans supports It Gets BetterNational Security Counselors - Donate, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers email AG - fedoath@pm.me Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Acclaimed historian Simon Sebag Montefiore returns to Unholy to discuss his sweeping new book, The Cauldron: A History of the Middle East between 1900 and 2026. He tells Yonit and Jonathan that understanding the region today requires starting at the dawn of the 20th century — thanks to the long shadow still cast by the Ottoman Empire and its collapse. They talk of the often underestimated significance of Saudi Arabia, the convulsions that followed the Iranian revolution of 1979 and the extent to which Israel is - unexpectedly - a Middle Eastern state like any other.   ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:52 Why the book starts in 1900 02:49 Ibn Saud and the House of Saud 07:31 1979 and the Iranian revolution 09:55 The empire states, none of them Arab 13:13 Israel as a post-Ottoman state 18:22 Ben Gurion, Ataturk, Reza Shah 21:46 Middleness, pipelines and Haifa 26:35 The 1840 Damascus blood libel 30:02 Purity tests and historians' nerve 33:58 The King and Britain's minorities    

European futures are set to start in the green after snapping a four-week winning streak. Investors are anticipating UK employment and inflation data, flash PMIs and the latest FOMC meeting minutes later this week. The U.S.-Iran MOU expires later today with the impasse forcing President Trump to concede Americans will have to contend with higher fuel prices. Heatwaves cause wildfires in Belgium while the level of the Rhine in Germany falls to a new record low. Berkshire Hathaway increases its stake in Alphabet. The tech giant is now its third-largest holding. Form 13F filings in the U.S. reveal a big tech ‘tug-of-war' among institutional investors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Headline news for August 14, 2026: The United States said it could keep its naval blockade of Iran in place indefinitely, as ceasefire talks stall and tensions across the region continue to rise. India’s trade deficit widened more than expected in July, as the Middle East conflict pushed up oil and freight costs, increasing the country’s import bill. Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh has been struck off the rolls after a disciplinary hearing before Singapore’s Court of Three Judges. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times. Written by: Nicole Teo (nicolet@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro or Nicole Teo Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities --- Follow Lens On Daily and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btlenson Amazon: bt.sg/lensam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/lensap Spotify: bt.sg/lenssp YouTube Music: bt.sg/lensyt Website: bt.sg/lenson Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomer Tzaban, a former Israeli counterterrorism operative who spent a decade conducting undercover missions in Gaza, has detailed his experiences in a podcast interview about his book, “The Ghosts of Rafah: An Undercover Counter-Terrorism Agent in the Heart of the Middle East Conflict.” Tzaban spoke with Alan Skorski on the Alan Skorski Reports podcast about his years with the elite Shimshon unit, where he served from 1986 to 1996. The unit operated undercover inside Gaza, with agents frequently assuming Arab identities and relying on disguises and carefully developed cover stories. Tzaban described operations that involved tracking terrorist suspects, preventing attacks and targeting members of armed groups. One operation involved a group of terrorists who, according to Tzaban, had disguised themselves as young Orthodox Jewish men as part of a plan to abduct Israeli soldiers and hold them for ransom. Tzaban also described an operation in which an intended target was located in a heavily populated area. The team abandoned the mission after a large number of children emerged from a nearby school, he said. Protecting civilians took precedence over completing the operation, consistent with the procedures under which the unit operated. Maintaining a convincing disguise required attention to details that went far beyond clothing and appearance. Tzaban said operatives had to understand local customs, speech patterns and even seemingly insignificant differences in daily life. He recalled that agents avoided strongly scented personal-care products because unfamiliar fragrances could make them appear out of place. Teams also worked with local Arabic speakers who could navigate regional dialects and social nuances. According to Tzaban, Gaza's different areas had distinct dialects, making language a potentially dangerous vulnerability. An operative could speak Arabic well and still attract attention by using words or pronunciation associated with another region. The conversation also touched on “Fauda,” the Israeli television series about undercover counterterrorism operatives. Tzaban said he knows several actors involved with the series and believes some of the show's early storylines drew heavily on the kinds of missions conducted by units such as Shimshon. His book recounts individual operations while also examining the personal cost of spending years working undercover. Tzaban described the constant pressure of maintaining a false identity and the psychological effects that could continue long after an operation ended. Tzaban also discussed security concerns in Europe, arguing that some extremist organizations have pursued strategies for decades that are now becoming more visible. He warned that Western countries, including the United States, should study those developments rather than wait until similar threats emerge at home. The interview concluded with a discussion of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and the intelligence failures that preceded it. Tzaban said the attack represented a profound turning point for Israel and had consequences that extended far beyond the immediate security failure, changing the way many Israelis and Jews view the country's security and the threat posed by Hamas. “The Ghosts of Rafah” draws on Tzaban's experiences to provide a firsthand account of Israel's undercover counterterrorism operations in Gaza during the 1980s and 1990s. Watch the interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ2_UjnyWOY&t=4s Alan Skorski Reports 12AUG2026 - PODCAST

Coreweave shares surge after the AI cloud provider posts a beat on both the top and bottom line. Data centre infrastructure firm Super Micro is also up on positive forecasts. Investors await the latest U.S. inflation data with the headline number expected to be 3.4 per cent. There is no clear agreement about the Federal Reserve's next move. Oil inches higher as attacks on shipping in both the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb raise fears of escalation as well as increase concern over crude supply chains. A top Iranian security official doubles down on Tehran's demands to re-open the Gulf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US media is reporting Donald Trump secretly swapped planes as he left a NATO summit in Turkey last month, to evade a possible Iranian threat. It's believed the US President boarded Air Force One in view of media, before being covertly moved to a military aircraft with the help of a catering truck. The White House has not confirmed the secret switch, but reports claim it came after credible warnings. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says this move has prompted concerns after journalists and personnel were on board the original plane. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nvidia makes a massive financing push, teaming up with top Wall Street bosses who pledge more than half a trillion dollars in capital. CEO Jensen Huang tells CNBC that his company's chips platform will become its own asset class. Hopes of a new deal over the Strait of Hormuz fade with President Trump claiming the U.S. fully controls the waterway and that it should be Iran who pays the U.S. reparations for 50 years of ‘damage'. Crude inches higher and Asian equities remain mixed while futures in Europe and the U.S. are flat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Iran raises the price for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, demanding U.S. reparations under June's memorandum of understanding. Yemen's Houthi rebels hit a Saudi oil refinery just days after Riyadh signs a mutual regional defence pact with Turkey and Pakistan. Berkshire Hathaway's Greg Abel pumps almost $20bn in investments in the second quarter, including almost $10bn in Alphabet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sunday Middle East Conflict Continues Spiraling Out Of Control As President Trump Said To Be Desperately Seeking Way Out Of Iran War While NATO Globalists Push To Merge Ukraine/Russia Fight Into All-Out World War — Tune In For Bombshell Information

Today on Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, I'm addressing the divorcee community and I'm going straight to the Bible.Why does God say He hates divorce? What does Scripture actually teach about marriage, covenant, divorce, and the responsibilities of husbands and wives? And why have divorce rates become so incredibly high, particularly as wives increasingly initiate divorce over reasons that, from a biblical perspective, are trivial, selfish, or completely unbiblical?This is not a message designed to just shame people who have experienced divorce. It is a challenge to the culture that has normalized abandoning marriage whenever things become difficult, inconvenient, or uncomfortable. We need to be willing to distinguish between legitimate biblical grounds for divorce and the endless list of modern excuses we've created to justify walking away from a sacred covenant.And that's not all we're discussing.I'm also talking about Donald Trump's continued failures, the gap between political promises and political reality, and why Americans should be questioning the decisions being made in our name.Plus, we're talking about the Iran War and why I believe this conflict is unnecessary and why Americans should be asking whether another foreign war actually serves the interests of the United States.Marriage. Divorce. Biblical truth. Trump. Iran. War. Political accountability.I'm saying what I believe needs to be said, even when it isn't popular (as usual).--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Iran is openly reconstituting its nuclear program, and the media is missing the biggest threat: plutonium at Bushehr! From intelligence leaks and missed red lines to secret Chinese exfiltration operations and political gaslighting, the stakes have never been higher. Custom Labels Iran Nuclear Threat, Middle East Conflict, National Security, Media Gaslighting, Strategic Defense

In this episode of the All Things Sustainable podcast, S&P Global Energy President Dave Ernsberger joins host Lindsey Hall to discuss how data centers, geopolitical risk and sustainability priorities are changing the global energy mix in 2026. As war in the Middle East continues, Dave explains how countries are rethinking the balance between immediate priorities — like energy security, availability and affordability — and the reality of climate change risk. In this context, Dave calls for a reframing of sustainability conversations. "The sustainability discussion will become irrelevant if it doesn't speak to the needs of the half of the world's population that needs energy in the first place," Dave says. "The leaders who are driving a conversation that is predicated on a statement like 'phase out fossil fuels' need to switch the conversation up and say: 'How do we maximize investment in clean fuels?'" Dave says investment decisions are already evolving at speed in response to continued geopolitical conflict. "I was amazed at how fast infrastructure was getting built out to maximize self-sufficiency, minimize import dependency," Dave says of a recent visit he made to the Middle East. "People aren't waiting." Dave also points to surging power demand tied to AI as a key factor reshaping global energy markets. He says S&P Global's newly announced acquisition of datacenterHawk will help fill information gaps about data center infrastructure, from the hardware inside each facility to who the investors are to how much debt is involved. "The questions that confront AI are big. The answers are highly specific and very detailed, and that's what we're driving towards with this investment," he tells us.  Further reading:   S&P Global's Top 10 Sustainability Trends to Watch in 2026 | S&P Global For the world's largest companies, climate physical risks have a $1.2 trillion annual price tag by the 2050s | S&P Global S&P Global to Acquire datacenterHawk Connecting Global Data Center, Power and Infrastructure Markets - S&P Global Further listening:   The big blind spot software giant SAP sees in AI strategies | S&P Global What planetary health means for the private sector | S&P Global  Copyright ©2026 by S&P Global    DISCLAIMER      By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk.    Any unauthorized use, facilitation or encouragement of a third party's unauthorized use (including without limitation copy, distribution, transmission or modification, use as part of generative artificial intelligence or for training any artificial intelligence models) of this Podcast or any related information is not permitted without S&P Global's prior consent subject to appropriate licensing and shall be deemed an infringement, violation, breach or contravention of the rights of S&P Global or any applicable third-party (including any copyright, trademark, patent, rights of privacy or publicity or any other proprietary rights).     This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, S&P GLOBAL does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. The third party materials or content of any third party site referenced in this Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of S&P GLOBAL. S&P GLOBAL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. Moreover, S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses, worms, or other elements or codes that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.    S&P GLOBAL EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.

The Iran draft plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz reportedly prohibits vessels from ‘hostile' states including the U.S. and Israel. A U.S. official tells CNBC that any temporary passages must be unimpeded for all. In tech news, Alphabet raises $25bn in debt to fund A.I. projects while Kansas City Federal Reserve Jeff Schmid asks whether the sector is becoming another ‘too big to fail.' China sees exports rise almost 24 per cent in July on the back of strong demand for its chip components. Meanwhile, President Trump imposes a 15 per cent tariff on poly-silicone products to target semi-conductor and photovoltaic product supply chains. Investors await July's U.S. jobs report later today. Economists expect a boost of up to 83,000 jobs due in part to the recent World Cup.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are investors missing the biggest risks facing the global economy? In this exclusive interview, renowned economist Steve Hanke joins Maggie Lake to explain why he believes markets have become dangerously complacent about rising bond yields, inflation, geopolitical conflict, and America's growing fiscal challenges. Hanke discusses why the "bond vigilantes" are back, what rising Treasury yields could mean for stocks and housing, whether inflation is becoming entrenched again, and why he believes investors should be paying far closer attention to the bond market than the stock market. The conversation also explores: *The outlook for inflation and interest rates *Treasury yields and the U.S. fiscal deficit *The economic impact of the Middle East conflict *China's growing geopolitical influence *Whether U.S. stocks are in a bubble *Gold, deficits, and long-term fiscal sustainability *What investors should watch over the coming months Whether you agree with Steve Hanke's conclusions or not, this conversation offers a provocative perspective on the macro forces shaping today's markets.

Big Tech moves were in focus during Wall Street's session on Wednesday as DeepMind CEO Demis Hassibis' departure drags Alphabet down. SpaceX shares were also down following the company's debut earnings with investors now awaiting the first expiration of its insider lock-ups earlier today. Germany's Commerzbank posts an almost 100 per cent jump in quarterly net profit beating expectations ahead of a potential takeover from Italian lender Unicredit. Siemens hikes its FY guidance as orders surge by almost 14 per cent on strong demand from infrastructure and data centres. CEO Roland Busch tells CNBC every one of its units is ‘firing on all cylinders'. Iran and Oman inch closer to a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz with the pact reportedly granting Tehran control over entry rights to the waterway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's what you'll learn: Why the S&P 500 remained relatively flat in July and how the broader energy sector performed Why crude oil prices aren't higher after the Iran conflict hit its sixth month and flows through the Strait of Hormuz continually standstill How pipeline earning are beginning to shake out and a few initial takeaways What Williams sold 49% of their Power Innovation project portfolio for and our long-term read on what that could mean Why capital allocation into energy and utilities remains strong and what that all means for portfolios moving forward Watch it now to help keep you and your clients on top of current events. Fan of the show? Make sure to like

High investment costs outweigh SpaceX's earnings beat with investors concerned about AI capex doubling from the previous quarter. Asian equities are in the green, following fresh record highs on Wall Street yesterday. Oil retreats as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tells CNBC he sees movement in opening the Strait of Hormuz. In pharma news, Novo Nordisk shares dive in the U.S. session despite the drug maker hiking its guidance due to investor fears over sales of its Wegovy fat loss pill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An economist believes the number of unemployed Kiwis might be close to peaking. The rate reached an 11-year high in the June quarter, on 5.6 percent - up from 5.4. Many say uncertainty fuelled by the Iran war is discouraging employers from taking on staff. Westpac Senior Economist Michael Gordon says the labour market could be nearing its weakest point. "We were starting to see some momentum picking up in the economy late last year to early this year. Unfortunately, we've had this interruption from the Middle East conflict. Had that not happened, we might be seeing a bit more momentum." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a difficult period last month, US equity markets appear to be on the up. The prospect of a new Iran deal appears to have inspired some hope as well, with fuel prices dropping down again. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BP reports earnings amid continued price volatility and the company looks to market its North Sea assets. President Trump says talks with Iran have resumed despite Tehran denying the two sides are negotiating. Oil inches higher following a three-week low and President Trump slams IOCs for windfall profits in the sector and urges retail price cuts. The White House is due to host top A.I. company bosses later today to discuss cyber security as Palantir CEO Alex Karp attacks the leading labs over data protection.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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US President Donald Trump has called Iran unbelievably duplicitous and says the US blockade will continue. BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to John Campbell.

Geopolitical uncertainty is forcing the Government to push fuel assistance out a while longer. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says they'll continually review the package. Willis says there was a period when petrol prices dipped below $3 a litre, but they're climbing again. "Treasury are forecasting prices could remain above $3 through August and September, so we've agreed to keep the temporary supports in place for now, because there hasn't been a sustained reduction in price." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As tensions escalate with Iran, top lawmakers and intelligence experts are sounding the alarm over nuclear threats and regime strategy!

The United States and Saudi Arabia conducted their first joint strikes on Iranian military assets on Wednesday. Plus, inflation falls more than expected and Australia’s Commonwealth Games gold rush continues. Read more: US, Saudi in joint strike on Iran sites in Iraq after Tehran attack on US forces as it demands more control over Hormuz Inflation in bigger than expected drop to 3.8pc Aussie records shattered as Lachlan Kennedy, Torrie Lewis stun in Glasgow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump met at the White House earlier today for the first time since they launched the Iran war. The closed-door meeting lasted nearly an hour and a half and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the meeting was 'productive'. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Netanyahu said relations between him and Trump have improved after some earlier tensions, and the pictures released appear to support this. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Middle East conflict has entered a new phase, but where could it go from here and what would it mean for the global economy? Host Mandy Drury speaks with CommBank Senior Geo-Economics Analyst Dr Madison Cartwright about why the Memorandum of Understanding collapsed, the three most likely paths for the conflict and why a diplomatic solution may become more likely over the coming months. Mandy also speaks with CommBank Head of Commodities and Sustainable Economics Vivek Dhar about how markets are assessing the conflict, the outlook for oil prices and what higher energy costs could mean for Australian households, businesses and inflation. Plus, CommBank Senior Associate, Market Strategy and Rates Research Michael Tang shares the key focuses for markets in the week ahead. Important Information This podcast is approved and distributed by Global Economic & Markets Research (“GEMR”), a business division of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL 234945 (“the Bank”). Before listening to this podcast, you are advised to read the full GEMR disclaimers, which can be found at www.commbankresearch.com.au. No Reliance This podcast is not investment research and nor does it purport to make any recommendations. Rather, this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not to be relied upon for any investment purposes. This podcast does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. It is not to be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities or other financial products, or as a recommendation, and/or investment advice. You should not act on the information in this podcast. The Bank believes that the information in this podcast is correct and any opinions, conclusions or recommendations made are reasonably held at the time given, and are based on the information available at the time of its compilation. No representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, is made or provided as to accuracy, reliability or completeness of any statement made. Liability Disclaimer The Bank does not accept any liability for any loss or damage arising out of any error or omission in or from the information provided or arising out of the use of all or part of the podcast. Usage of Artificial Intelligence To enhance efficiency, GEMR may use the Bank approved artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing content for this podcast. These tools are used solely for drafting and structuring purposes and do not replace human judgment or oversight. All final content is reviewed and approved by GEMR analysts for accuracy and independence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Rekha Simpson and guest speakers Jammy Mustafa and Hugo Vijge reflect on the recent Middle East crisis, drawing on their own experiences and those of clients they supported through the disruption. They explore what the crisis can teach organizations about preparing for future disruption—from knowing where your people are to connecting the right data, governance, and decision-makers—and the capabilities that help organizations respond with greater speed, clarity, and resilience.

The Government says escalation in the Iran war may move out the trigger-point for stopping temporary fuel-support payments. The $50 weekly payments for lower-income working families was meant to last a year from April, or until 91-octane stays cheaper than three-dollars a litre for a month. Finance Minister Nicola Willis expects we'll reach the four-week threshold this week - but the latest data won't be available til Wednesday. "The reason we put that four-week rule in place was because we do not think we should have these extra supports in longer than we need them." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Middle East concerns push Brent to $100 a barrel while equity and debt markets see sell-offs on both sides of the Atlantic. European stocks suffer their biggest losses in a fortnight with German yields spiking to their highest level in 15 years. President Trump launches his latest round of tariffs with most major trading partners affected. Eu foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has called the measures a ‘negative surprise'. German software giant SAP pares back its FY guidance but its cloud order backlog is up by 26 per cent. Meanwhile, VW shares are lower in pre-market sales after the car maker predicted 2026 sales to fall by 3 per cent.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

P.M. Edition for July 23. The U.S. plans to impose new tariffs on most trade partners, replacing President Trump's temporary global 10% tariff. Plus, the threat of escalating conflict in the Middle East drove oil prices over $100, and concerns around higher inflation made bond yields surge. WSJ markets reporter Sam Goldfarb discusses how that ripples through the economy. Meanwhile, heavy AI spending from Alphabet and Tesla spooked investors, and the Nasdaq dropped more than 2%. And after IBM issued a rare profit warning last week, the company's earnings shed more light on what went wrong. We hear from reporter Anissa Gardizy about where its business goes from here, while tech columnist Christopher Mims spoke with IBM CEO Arvind Krishna. Alex Ossola hosts. Correction: New U.S. tariffs target 60 economies, or more than 80 countries. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said the tariffs target 60 countries. (Corrected on July 24.) 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.

After taking some time away to help my family through my dad's open-heart surgery, I'm back with a new episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson. Thank you to everyone who reached out and supported my family during this time.Today, I share my opinions on several current events. I discuss why I believe America must remain a sovereign nation and why I have concerns about the growing military relationship between the United States and Israel, including why I believe these actions raise real constitutional and legal questions.I also share my thoughts on the continued loss of American service members in the Iran War and explain why the United States should NOT be involved in another foreign war.Finally, I discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how it is connected to the Epstein files, and why I think Americans deserve greater transparency and accountability from those in power.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

A new front has opened up at the petrol pump, with global oil prices inching closer to $100 USD a barrel, as the Middle East conflict escalates. Earlier today, a tanker was reportedly struck by an unknown projectile off Saudi Arabia's coast. It follows US President Donald Trump threatening to bomb Iranian infrastructure in response to any attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Waitomo group CEO, Simon Parham spoke to Lisa Owen.

Oil prices have once again hit US$100 a barrel as the conflict in the Middle East escalates. Verity Ratcliffe, energy correspondent at the Financial Times spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Two Paddocks: 8/10 Sales through the roof, a nice tribute, and good business. Here's to Sam. NZ First: 3/10 Not their best week. $1 billion we don't have to map an area that may or may not have anything in it? That's got "go nowhere” written all over it. Golden Bay Cement: 6/10 Story of the week in terms of intrigue. There's no right or wrong answer, just a fascinating insight into the approach we now take to self-reliance. The war: 1/10 He plays a good poker face when talking about it, but the Trump rhetoric is hollow, the results are non-existent, the cost is up, and the credibility is shot. This is a mess. Ryan Fox: 10/10 Sports highlight of the year. The Open, a Kiwi, and the way he did it is dream come true stuff. A true fairy tale, pinch yourself, patriotic amazing-ness and could not have happened to a better bloke. LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK inflation data hits the tape - new Prime Minister Andy Burnham vows to practice fiscal discipline, scrapping VAT on electricity bills and facing calls to extend tax breaks for young workers. Elsewhere. three tankers carrying Saudi oil are forced to U-turn in the Red Sea amid Houthi threats, as a new front opens up in the US-Iran conflict. On the tech front, Samsung is reportedly in talks to invest up to 1 billion euros in French AI firm Mistral. And Santander says it's on track to meet its targets for the year after underlying net profit jumps by nearly a fifth amid higher revenues.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US President Donald Trump has renewed his threats to attack Iranian infrastructure. BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to John Campbell.

Hold on tight for a raw, fast-paced dive into the biggest global and domestic political battles unfolding right now!

President Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran following the deaths of three American servicemembers this weekend. One of those soldiers has been revealed to be a graduate student at Southern Utah University, 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan. Inside Sources spends some time talking about Feehan and how SUU will honor him. Retired Marine Colonel "Burner" Dunn also joins the show to share his own expertise on the escalations in the Middle East.

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges immediate action on the cost of living: scrapping VAT from electricity bills. That, after announcing John Healey as his surprise pick for Chancellor. Elsewhere, Yemen's Houthis impose a naval embargo on Saudi Arabia, while President Trump warns Iran "will pay" for the deaths of US soldiers. And Novartis reaffirms its guidance after beating on the top and bottom lines, with second quarter net sales coming in at almost 14-and-a-half billion dollars.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The conflict between the U.S. and Iran is once again threatening the flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, raising new concerns about gas prices, diesel costs, and the risk of global supply shortages.Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong break down why the situation in the Middle East remains so difficult to resolve, how refinery shutdowns in Russia, China, and the Persian Gulf are tightening supplies of gasoline and diesel, and why the U.S. may have limited options short of a major escalation. They also discuss the quiet earnings week ahead, why Alphabet's AI spending and delayed Gemini rollout matter for investors, how Waymo could become a bigger part of Google's future, whether retail investors are really moving beyond the Magnificent Seven, and why the World Cup delivered a major boost for Boston bars and local economies.

Asian LNG markets are facing renewed pressure as the US–Iran conflict raises concerns over supply security and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. With the initial price shock now absorbed, the focus is shifting to the next phase of the crisis: how the supply-demand balance is evolving and which market signals will drive price direction. Join Jaime Wong, commodity associate, APAC LNG pricing, Cindy Yeo, price reporter, Suyash Pande, senior price reporter, and James Taverner, executive director, global gas and LNG research, as they examine the market's initial response, the outlook for Asian LNG demand and supply, and what the evolving risk landscape could mean for spot and forward prices.

The renewed conflict in the Middle East seems certain to push fuel prices up, squeezing already-grumpy voters harder as election day approaches. This comes as new RNZ-Reid Research poll numbers show New Zealanders are lukewarm about the government's handling of the fuel crisis. Political reporter Russell Palmer has more.

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Eurasian Interests in Middle East Conflict. Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio. Guests discuss how Russia and China are benefiting from America's Middle East difficulties, often frustrating US objectives on the nuclear file. Fitton-Brown notes the Europeans have been "anemic," failing to coordinate a forceful naval presence to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains reliably open for global energy trade. 121879

SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-22-26.1787The Fog of Diplomacy in the Strait of Hormuz. Guest: Ambassador Hussain Haqqani and Bill Roggio. Guests discuss competing headlines regarding "progress" in US-Iran negotiations and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Ambassador Haqqani notes neither side has achieved its original war aims, while Bill Roggio argues the US lacks the military will to reopen the Strait, leaving Iran with the strategic advantage. 1Pakistan as a Strategic Mediator. Guest: Ambassador Hussain Haqqani and Bill Roggio. John Batchelor examines Pakistan's role as a mediator between the United States and Iran. Ambassador Haqqani explains that Pakistan provided an "exit ramp" for the Trump administration by utilizing its unique access to the IRGC and Iran's power structure to facilitate communication and avoid further military escalation. 2Hamas Sidelined in Regional Talks. Guest: Samuel Ben-Ur and Bill Roggio. Samuel Ben-Ur explains why Hamas has been sidelined in recent Iranian negotiations compared to Hezbollah. Relations soured when Hamas failed to support Iranian strikes against Qatari targets. Currently, Hamas remains funded by Qatar and Turkey while maintaining a brutal "reign of terror" over the portions of Gaza it still controls. 3The Legality and Lethality of Armed Conflict. Guest: Henry Sokolski. Henry Sokolski analyzes a public memo from Admiral Brad Cooper regarding the legitimacy of lethal force. They discuss the necessity of proportionality in conflict, arguing that avoiding civilian targets like nuclear reactors is a military requirement for success, as destroying essential infrastructure alienates populations and complicates future operations. 4Latin America's Shift to the Right. Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa. Guests discuss the right-wing political shift in Latin America following Abelardo De La Espriella's apparent victory in Colombia. They compare his security-focused platform to the Bukele model in El Salvador, emphasizing a mandate to combat the organized crime that has historically penetrated the region's political systems. 5The Slow-Motion Coup in Bolivia. Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa. The segment addresses the crisis in Bolivia, where Evo Morales is accused of orchestrating a "slow motion coup" via blockades. Ernesto Araújo criticizes Brazilian President Lula's silence on the matter, while Alejandro Peña Esclusa suggests that regional support for the elected government may finally lead to Morales facing legal consequences. 6The Failure to Counter Chinese Influence. Guest: Bill Gertz and Gordon Chang. Bill Gertz details a GAO report revealing that the US spent $1.2 billion on countering Chinese influence without evaluating its impact. The discussion highlights the superior effectiveness of Chinese information warfare, which outspends the US significantly to shape global narratives while American efforts lack a cohesive strategy. 7The Crisis in Air Force Procurement. Guest: General Blaine Holt and Gordon Chang. General Blaine Holt critiques the broken US procurement system, specifically the Air Force's contradictory stance on retiring the A-10 Warthog while keeping the B-52 bomber for a century. He advocates for reform to break contractor monopolies, allowing the military to innovate faster and field cheaper equipment. 8Iran's Economic Demands in Switzerland. Guest: Jonathan Schanzer and Bill Roggio. Jonathan Schanzer argues that Iran is seeking a systemic economic lifeline through billions in unfrozen assets. He criticizes recent US oil waivers as a sign of caving to pressure. Iran aims to link a Lebanon ceasefire to negotiations to delay nuclear discussions and drive a wedge. 9Resurgent Piracy in the Gulf of Aden. Guest: Bridget Toomey and Bill Roggio. Bridget Toomey reports a resurgence of Somali piracy, with three ships recently captured for ransom in the Gulf of Aden. Bill Roggio links this spike to Al-Shabaab's growth and suggests that pirate networks may be coordinating with the Houthis to facilitate weapons smuggling and increase regional instability. 10The Flaws of the Iran Memorandum. Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio. Edmund Fitton-Brown critiques the current US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, calling it a failure of negotiation that incorporates "every Iranian trick." He argues Iran's core goals—the destruction of Israel and the expulsion of US influence—remain unchanged, and that the US has displayed a defeatist lack of patience. 11Eurasian Interests in Middle East Conflict. Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio. Guests discuss how Russia and China are benefiting from America's Middle East difficulties, often frustrating US objectives on the nuclear file. Fitton-Brown notes the Europeans have been "anemic," failing to coordinate a forceful naval presence to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains reliably open for global energy trade. 12Ukraine's Military Manpower Crisis. Guest: John Hardie and Bill Roggio. John Hardie discusses Ukrainian military reforms aimed at addressing the manpower crisis by clarifying pay and contract lengths. While intended to prevent desertion, there is skepticism that the government can fulfill promises to discharge long-serving troops without risking a collapse of the front lines against Russia. 13Hezbollah's Shadow Banking System. Guest: Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio. Ahmad Sharawi examines Al-Qard Al-Hassan, Hezbollah's financial arm that provides social services and interest-free loans outside the official banking system. Although Israel has targeted its branches, the Lebanese government is hesitant to shut it down, allowing it to sustain the group's operations through gold-backed financing. 14The $216 Billion Rebuild of Syria. Guest: Josh Rogin and Bill Roggio. Josh Rogin reports that Syria requires $216 billion for reconstruction following the fall of the Assad regime. He explains that US "State Sponsor of Terrorism" sanctions prevent American businesses from bidding on contracts, leaving an opening for Chinese and Russian technology to dominate the new government's infrastructure. 15Recommendations for a New Syria Policy. Guest: Josh Rogin and Bill Roggio. Josh Rogin recommends that the US prepare to lift the terrorism designation on Syria to support reconstruction and counter adversarial influence. He argues the current Al-Shara government is the only viable partner for stability and that US bureaucratic inertia is currently benefiting China, Russia, and Iran. 16