Podcasts about middle east conflict

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.

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US-Iran conflict widens beyond military targets; Australian government adopts key recommendations to combat Islamophobia; Wallabies warned not to underestimate Italy.

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.

Donald Trump is turning up the heat, telling Iran it needs to make a peace deal. His military has renewed blockades on Iranian ports and launched a fourth day of strikes on the country. Meanwhile, Iran has targeted US allies in the region, including Kuwait and Jordan. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says it's unclear how this will end, given that Trump is thinking about the mid-term elections and the political impact of the conflict. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump has abandoned plans to charge a 20 percent toll on all Strait of Hormuz cargo. Correspondent Nick Harper spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Washington.

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New data shows that business confidence has picked up for in the June quarter, but Middle East tensions and higher fuel prices remain a concern. The latest NZIER survey shows a net 12 percent of business owners are feeling positive - up from just 1 percent in March. Westpac senior economist Michael Gordon says things are changing day-to-day, and it's unclear where things will end up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New data shows that business confidence has picked up for in the June quarter, but Middle East tensions and higher fuel prices remain a concern. The latest NZIER survey shows a net 12 percent of business owners are feeling positive - up from just 1 percent in March. Westpac senior economist Michael Gordon says things are changing day-to-day, and it's unclear where things will end up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enduring uncertainty about prospects for a recovery in strait of Hormuz gas carrier transits continue to cloud LPG market outlooks following a resumption of conflict in the Middle East.    This episode of  Global LPG Conversations, was recorded on 8 July as initial hopes of a return to normality on the US-Iran memorandum of understanding were beginning to fade in the wake of renewed air strikes exchanged in the region. And it sees Peter Wilton (Editor, Argus International LPG) speak with Waldemar Jaszczyk (Deputy Editor, European Pricing) and Jack Greenwood (Head of LPG Consulting) in an attempt to explain how markets and prices have fared in recent weeks and understand what a path back from months of strait of disruption to global supply would look like if peace can return once more.    They examine how Asia absorbed the initial shock, why northwest Europe proved more resilient than expected, and what a slower recovery through Hormuz could mean for supply, freight and pricing into the heating season.

Global conflict other the Iran war is expected to keep knocking up petrol prices. The Automobile Association says prices are unlikely to get any lower for a while. Spokesperson Terry Collins says the Strait of Hormuz is still disrupted, but fewer ships are stuck - and others are sailing alternative routes. Collins says conflict in other countries will also impact supplies. "The effectiveness of the Ukrainian attacks on the oil refineries in Russia - what it's done is created rationing so severe that in Russia, they've banned the export of diesel fuel." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oil prices. Oil prices are back, baby. At the moment, West Texas crude is sitting near US$74 a barrel, while Brent crude is around US$79. Prices are up slightly, rebounding as tension continues between the United States and Iran. Looking at the oil trading charts, West Texas crude has fallen to almost its lowest point in quite some time. But if you look at the futures markets, the expectation is that prices will rise. Some analysts say that could very well happen when US markets open tomorrow - Monday in the United States, which is Tuesday for us. So, where are we with oil prices? Geopolitically, the ceasefire signed on June 17 has effectively collapsed. The United States has struck more than 170 Iranian military targets across Tehran and key locations in the south. Iran has retaliated with missile and drone strikes on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar, causing casualties across multiple areas. Donald Trump has warned that 1,000 missiles are "locked and loaded", while US intelligence, backed by Israel, says Iran has developed fresh plots to assassinate Trump on US soil. Trump says the Strait of Hormuz is open. Iran says it isn't. Does that sound like peace to you? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports indicate the ceasefire in the Middle East has been scrapped and the conflict is starting back up again. The US claims it's struck 140 Iranian military targets in response to an attack on a merchant ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran says it's hit multiple US military sites. Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports indicate the ceasefire in the Middle East has been scrapped and the conflict is starting back up again. The US claims it's struck 140 Iranian military targets in response to an attack on a merchant ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran says it's hit multiple US military sites. Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ABC and SBS have defended their coverage of the conflict in the Middle East after coming under scrutiny at the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Australia's Special Envoy to combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal, told the inquiry both broadcasters should establish an independent oversight body to strengthen public confidence in their reporting. The ABC and SBS rejected claims of bias, maintaining their coverage has been accurate, balanced and impartial.

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Donald Trump says it's a waste of time talking with Iran, declaring the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran 'over'. The US President has made the comments at the NATO summit in Turkey, as both sides swap strikes. Trump says his White House negotiators can continue, but he thinks the Iranians are 'liars', calling them cuckoo. UK correspondent Enda Brady unpacked the reactions further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strikes have reignited between the US and Iran, with no sign of letting up. Donald Trump's ruled the ceasefire over, saying the US has hit 90 targets in a second day of bombing. He's blaming Iran hitting ships in the Strait of Hormuz, which has now unleashed strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. Former US Marine Gil Barndollar says Iran's back to targeting US military bases - as it did when war broke out. "I think, initially, earlier in the campaign, they'd behave in a pretty rational manner - maybe not what people want to hear - but they kind of escalated gradually, striking US installations." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump has declared the interim agreement with Iran effectively over following renewed military exchanges around the Strait of Hormuz. Jacob Moshokoa speaks to Deputy Executive Director of the Afro Middle East Centre, Zeenat Adam, who helps us unpack what the collapse of the ceasefire means for the Middle East, global stability and countries such as South Africa. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen.Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBUListen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3NSubscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetcFollow us on social media:702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. targets Iran with fresh airstrikes and revokes its license to sell crude oil after attacks tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran fires missiles at U.S. bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. We are live at the NATO summit in Ankara where President Trump again raises the Greenland question and threatens to pull all troops out of Europe over allies' defence spending. However, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte tells CNBC Trump's pressure on alliance members over funding has delivered big results. European leaders concur that spending into the bloc must be increased as the war in the Gulf has left the alliance on high alert while the Ukraine conflict nears a pivotal moment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hostilities have ignited again between Iran and the US, undermining the fragile memorandum of understanding. US Central Command claims it's bombed more than 80 Iranian targets - the vast majority being small boats in the Strait of Hormuz. It says this is retaliation for Iran attacking three commercial vessels in the waterway. Middle East correspondent Gordon Robison says it's not clear why the ships were hit - but there's been a noticeable back and forth between both nations, leaving the ceasefire on 'life support'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Europe and Wall Street notch their best quarter since 2020 with tech and A.I. stocks leading the gains. The energy sector continues to suffer amid Middle East uncertainty. The euro zone's largest economies see June inflation slowing but Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey tells CNBC he is frustrated the conflict with Iran is still keeping prices high. We are live at the ECB Forum in Sintra hosting a headline panel. New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is due to speak as well. U.S. peace envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrive in Doha for negotiations but direct talks with Iran remain off the agenda for now. Meanwhile, Tehran says it is selling oil with a 20 per cent mark-up following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are live at the Sintra Forum where ECB President Christine Lagarde has backed the central bank's decision to hike rates in June as necessary to rein in inflation. However, Lagarde insists ‘unconventional instruments' are no longer needed since the last inflation shock. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump does not currently have the power to remove Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook over allegations of mortgage fraud but could be granted them in the future. The U.S. and Iran present mixed messages ahead of peace talks in Doha. President Trump has reiterated his claim that the war has been won.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was another big weekend for the conflict between Iran and the US, but the lack of new escalation could be good news for the markets. Reports that the US and Iran had agreed to pause further military action and resume negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz eased concerns of additional disruptions. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The average price for 91 petrol has quietly sunk below $3 per litre, and there's hope it could go lower still. The Middle East conflict has seen prices reach historic highs, but the newly-announced agreement between the US and Iran has seen fuel costs fall. AA expert Terry Collins says fuel prices are likely to sink lower over the coming days, but they won't go as low as they were last year. "I see it getting a lot better, I don't see it getting as good as it was at the end of the year. So not so bad." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oil prices have plunged with the shaky ceasefire between the US and Iran, and it's sparked discussion about what's going to happen next. It's bringing consumers some ease at the pump, with 91 dipping below $3 a litre. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says she's 'pleased' to see prices coming down, but prices need to stay below the $3 limit for four weeks in a row before they end the fuel support package. "If that oil prices spikes up again in response to events in the Middle East, you might see that the petrol price at the pump bump up again. But we're all crossing our fingers...and hoping it stays low." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Investments Unplugged, with the halfway point of the year fast approaching, host Kevin Headland is joined by two guests—Global Chief Economist Alex Grassino and Senior Macro Strategist Dominique Lapointe—who share their midyear 2026 global macroeconomic outlook. Alex and Dominique recap the action-packed first half of the year, highlighted by the unforeseen Middle East conflict that erupted in late February, and then lay out a “macro-to- markets” roadmap of sorts for the rest of 2026 and into 2027. Among the timely, top-of- mind topics they address are: • Global growth resilience, despite Middle East conflict-driven energy shocks; • Evolving global inflation risks, including mounting AI-related demand pressures; • Policy implications for the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) and other major central banks; • Portfolio positioning considerations across global equity and fixed-income markets. Key topics & insights 1. First-half surprises: geopolitical turmoil, corporate earnings, and AI leadership • The Middle East conflict has lasted longer than most observers expected, creating a sliding scale of potential outcomes that investors have had to price in. • Corporate earnings expectations and results rebounded quickly after some softness seen in late 2025, helping to support U.S. and global markets. • U.S. equities linked to AI have continued to outperform, with market leadership reconcentrating around AI-/hardware-related themes. 2. Macro backdrop: resilient U.S. and global economies, uneven regional impacts • Despite the Middle East conflict and resulting oil-price shock, the U.S. economy appeared to navigate the first half with “relative ease” and notable resilience. • Other regions' economies are being impacted in different ways by the conflict, depending on such factors as whether they are energy exporters or importers. 3. Canada: a low-growth environment, “recession-like” conditions open to debate Information à usage interne - Internal • The guests argue that an economic recession tends to be broad-based with widespread corporate layoffs—conditions they're not seeing in Canada right now. • However, the economy is indeed weak, characterized by slow growth, amid structural issues (e.g., productivity), tariff after-effects, and cautious consumers. • But a fragile economy doesn't necessarily mean a lack of investable opportunities, since the Canadian stock market isn't perfectly linked to domestic growth. 4. Inflation: “rolling shocks” and new AI-driven inflation concerns • Inflation can manifest as a series of rolling transitory shocks, potentially driven by several forces (e.g., higher energy prices, trade tariffs, AI demand pressures). • AI's inflationary channel can take the form of various equipment-driven supply shortages that can push the prices of goods up over multiple quarters. • A specific risk scenario discussed: If the Strait of Hormuz remained closed until the end of July, could the price of oil breach $110/barrel in the third quarter? 5. Central banks: a higher degree of uncertainty and narrower policy paths • Fed policy in the coming months may face symmetric risks from either rate hikes or cuts, with market expectations already having been whipsawed in recent years. • The Bank of Canada has a different dilemma on its hands: balancing rising inflation concerns against a softening domestic economy and labor market. 6. Equity positioning: try to stay invested while avoiding headline-driven reactions 7. Fixed-income positioning: keep it in the portfolio toolkit, manage duration carefully Actionable takeaways for Canadian investors • Don't let macro and geopolitical headlines drive portfolio strategy decisions. • Remain well diversified across asset classes, investment styles, and global markets. • In the equity space, aim to distinguish between potential AI “winners” and “losers.” • Use fixed-income allocations intentionally for portfolio ballast and diversification. • Be cautious with long-duration bonds, consider favoring shorter durations. • Canadian investors: Be alert to possible opportunities, even in a sluggish economy. Links & Resources • Listen to the episode: Investments Unplugged Podcast • Learn more about Manulife Investments: Manulife IM Canada Information à usage interne - Internal Share & Subscribe If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your network and subscribe for future insights on markets, investing, and portfolio strategy. For informational purposes only. This episode does not constitute investment advice. Please consult a qualified advisor before making investment decisions

The global tech sell-off continues with U.S. memory and A.I. related companies firmly in the red as investors reassess the A.I. boom. Micron is set to deliver its results later today. Strait of Hormuz traffic returns to its highest level since the start of the conflict in late February and U.S. President Donald Trump accuses oil companies of not lowering gas pump prices in line with falling crude. Secretary of State Marco Rubio lands in the UAE to reassure Arab allies since the Iran deal signing. Bank of America forecasts a triple hike from the Federal Reserve this year – up from its previous guidance of no hikes in 2026. It has slammed the central bank of its ‘unambiguously worse' problem with inflation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

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

Britain will have a seventh prime minister in a decade following yesterday's resignation by Sir Keir Starmer. Newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham could be handed the keys to No.10 in less than a month time should no challenger step forward. SpaceX sheds almost half a trillion dollars of its market cap in Monday's session with further sell-offs seen among other tech mega-caps. South Korea's KOSPI triggers circuit breakers during the Asian session with Wall Street braced for more tech losses today. U.S. Vice President JD Vance hails peace talks with Iran in Switzerland as Washington waives sanctions on Iranian oil exports for 60 days. However, Tehran disputes claims it will be providing international nuclear inspectors access to its operations.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Confidence in the employment market is at an all-time low, with the Iran war still rippling through the economy. A Westpac-McDermott Miller survey for the June quarter reveals confidence fell for public and private sector employees. A net 60 percent of respondents believe it's hard to find a job, up from 46 percent last quarter. Westpac senior economist Michael Gordon says employment confidence has been weak over the past five years, and this data represents another step backwards. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran and the US are still following the path of negotiation, despite hitches. Iran's team walked out of talks in Switzerland today after Donald Trump publicly threatened to resume bombing and take over the Strait of Hormuz. Economist Middle East correspondent, Gregg Carlstrom, says it's not clear how much has been achieved. But he says there's agreement to continue technical talks. "One would imagine nuclear experts, sanctions experts, the people who would have to work out the nuts and bolts of any final agreement - they're going to keep negotiating and so that's the one slightly encouraging sign." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election, returning him to Parliament and setting up a leadership challenge against U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In geopolitics, U.S.-Iran talks today are called off after U.S. Vice President JD Vance cancels his trip to Switzerland, as the administration hits back at criticism of the deal from both sides of the aisle. Meanwhile, OPEC welcomes an interim agreement between the U.S. and Iran, pushing back on forecasts of a supply glut following the conflict. Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais tells CNBC exclusively that OPEC still has the power to manage the market.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today on Uncommon Sense, we're discussing the ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein files, its blackmail, the political implications of Charlie Kirk's assassination, and the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. We'll also talk about the influence of powerful Israeli interests on American foreign policy and ask whether the United States is being drawn into another Middle Eastern war against the will of its own citizens (and at our cost, yet again).--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Officials are continuing to closely monitor petrol stations to ensure any fall in global oil prices is passed on to Kiwi consumers. The Commerce Commission says it was reasonable for businesses to raise their prices as wholesale prices rose. But it says they also need to reduce prices as wholesale prices fall. Waitomo Fuel CEO Simon Parham told Mike Hosking that's exactly what they're doing – they're now selling 91 at below $3 per litre across their whole network. He says often people are hyper-aware when prices go up but then loose attention as prices do down. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where should investors look next? Daniel Lam shares the answer as he breaks down the under-the-radar investment opportunities that investors might be overlooking in this post-conflict environment. Tune in for actionable insights.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head, Cross-asset Derivative Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor the latest market insights, visit our on-the-go Market Views or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.

Iran has confirmed an immediate and permanent end to conflict with the US and Israel on various fronts in the Middle East will begin tonight. - Kinumpirma ng Iran na magsisimula mamayáng gabi ang agarang at permanenteng pagtatapos ng sigalot laban sa US at Israel sa iba't ibang bahagi sa Gitnang Silangan.

Global investors eagerly anticipate today's SpaceX IPO – the biggest in history – with the company raising $75bn ahead of listing. President Trump postpones strikes on Iran, saying a peace agreement could be signed as early as this weekend. Tehran has responded that a deal has not been finalised despite Trump's claims it has the Ayatollah's backing. Renewed talk of peace in the Gulf sparks a tech-driven market rally in Asia with the KOSPI moving into the green by more than 8 per cent. European equities are set to follow suit.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The U.S. and Iran exchange fire for a second night with Iran targeting U.S. bases in the Gulf, vowing to target any vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has voiced frustration over stalling peace negotiations. Wall Street closes in the red as investors fret over A.I. valuations, tech and surging inflation. Asian equities and European futures have followed suit. A rate hike from the ECB is anticipated later today – its first in almost three years – laying bare the impact of the conflict in the Gulf in new growth and inflation forecasts. And in luxury news, Frasers Group launches a takeover bid for Hugo Boss. It plans to buy up the remaining three quarters of the company it doesn't already own at a price of €38 a share.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are fears of a return to all out war in the Middle East as the United States and Iran exchange missile strikes and make conflicting claims about the Strait of Hormuz.

The U.S. and Iran exchange fire following the downing of an American Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran claims to have targeted U.S. bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain as a result. Asian markets see the tech sell-off gathering pace with trade on South Korea's KOSPI briefly pausing. The negative sentiment has infected European and American markets, which are due to start the day in the red. SpaceX is due to close its order book today ahead of Friday's greatly anticipated and historic IPO. The company is reportedly up to 4 times over-subscribed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill Roggio discusses the volatile Middle East conflict, highlighting recent missile exchanges between Israel and Iran. He notes the fragility of ceasefires and the impact of the ongoing U.S. maritime and economic blockade. (2)1880 MILLWOOD

The US and Iran appear to be making little progress toward an interim deal to end the war Washington and Israel began 100 days ago, as fresh attacks pile pressure on a fragile ceasefire. Negotiations between Washington and Tehran are bogged down over the fate of billions of dollars of frozen Iranian assets and a parallel conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Former US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin joins Bloomberg's London Bureau Chief Ruth David on Monday at the HSBC Gulf Cooperation Council Exchanges Conference in London to discuss the Iran War as well as other global geopolitical conflicts impacting the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With tensions running high in the Middle East, President Trump on Friday said Iranian leaders had not yet reached a deal with the US to end the ongoing war. President Trump has insisted that he's in no rush to make a deal, and that he doesn't care about how the ongoing war could impact the midterms. At the same time, fighting between Israel and Hezbollah is showing little sign of slowing down, despite attempts by the Trump administration to broker a cease-fire between the two.  These conflicts have sounded the alarm in Europe, especially in countries like Cyprus, where dealing with the fallout from these crises has become a key part of the national debate. This was the climate that Cyprus recently held parliamentary elections in, elections that saw anti-establishment parties gain ground. These elections can be seen as a benchmark of trends ahead of the upcoming 2028 presidential election. Meanwhile, a major tourist development project in Albania, with links to Jared Kushner, has become the focus of protests and political controversy that is even pulling Greece into the story. Local residents, including many ethnic Greeks living in the area, have expressed concerns about the project, with issues ranging from transparency and environmental concerns to long running disputes over property rights. Aaron David Miller, Nektaria Stamouli, and Yannis Papadopoulos join Thanos Davelis to explore the wider ramifications of the ongoing war with Iran and the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon, look at the latest parliamentary elections in Cyprus, and turn our attention to an evolving story in Albania, where a planned billion dollar tourist project is at the heart of controversy and protests that has had a spillover effect into Greek-Albanian relations. Taking us to our “I am HALC” segment, we're highlighting one of HALC's earliest members and a member of its first flagship Leadership 2030 team in Chicago, Peter Kourkouvis. An attorney making a name for himself in real estate law, he's also playing an integral role in putting Greek culture - from the arts to music - in the spotlight in Chicago, setting up major tribute concerts dedicated to Rebetiko music, Mikis Theodorakis, and Manos Hatzidakis. A little more info on our guests: Aaron David Miller is a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and expert on the Middle East. Nektaria Stamouli is the deputy editor in chief of Kathimerini's English Edition and Politico's Eastern Mediterranean correspondent. Yannis Papadopoulos is a journalist with Kathimerini. You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as a member here.

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Andrea Stricker examines the NPT review amidst Middle East conflict. She details friction between nuclear-armed states and those seeking peaceful enrichment, noting the lack of arms control dialogue between the U.S., Russia, and China. (5/16)1966 SWEDEN