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P.M. Edition for Oct. 2. The U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs last month, falling short of expectations. Journal economics reporter Konrad Putzier discusses why that's a more solid number than it may seem… and what it means for the Fed's next meeting later this month. Plus, the G-7 countries agree to release 100 million barrels of diesel and oil to help ease soaring prices. We hear from reporter Matthew Dalton about why that seems to end the threat of a U.S. ban on diesel exports, at least for now. And the Journal has learned that Oman had previously banned the FlyDubai attacker from flying over his radical views. 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.

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Clement Manyathela speaks with the listeners on the FlyDubai flight incident where the pilots reportedly fought, leading to the emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. They also touch on Joe Sibanyoni's testimony at the Madlanga commission. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Iran's claim that its forces targeted 19 ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Ben examines the sharp drop in shipping traffic, the disputed reports about mines near the southern route along Oman, and new reporting that eight U.S. Marines were injured in a September 14 missile strike on a vessel—an attack that had not previously been publicly disclosed by the Pentagon. Head to https://zbiotics.com/MEIDAS to get 15% off your first order when you use MEIDAS at checkout. Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DESCRIPTION: Every flight through the Gulf this month is being approved on the day, one flight at a time. If your December ticket to Europe or Asia connects in Dubai or Doha, this episode tells you who makes that decision and what to do about your own booking. This week your phone filled up with videos of missiles over Riyadh and a travel warning from Washington. I read the US security alert for the UAE word for word. It is an alert about the whole region. It does not say the Emirates is unsafe, and it tells Americans to check their flight with the airline. Then the week as it actually happened: flames and smoke near Riyadh's main airport, which Yemen's Houthis claimed and Saudi Arabia did not confirm. Iranian airlines suspending flights to Baghdad, Muscat, Qatar, Georgia and Azerbaijan after the United States tightened sanctions. Kuwait's airspace closed to aircraft flying over it. The European regulator telling its airlines to stay out of Iran and Iraq entirely, and to avoid flying over the waters of the Gulf except when arriving at or departing from the airports there. The airports themselves are open. South Africa feels this more than most countries because so much of our traffic to Europe and Asia connects through Dubai and Doha. When the airspace over the Emirates closed on 1 March this year, the airports company counted fourteen cancellations across Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban in a single day. I explain how an airline decides, every single day, whether a flight goes: the security team, the regulator bulletins, and the flight plan built against whatever airspace is open that morning. Fewer open routes means longer flights, more fuel and less room to move when something changes. I also explain what the crew sees when GPS is being jammed or spoofed, and why that is manageable, because the aircraft has other ways to navigate and we now train for it in the full flight simulator. Then three things for you: buy the ticket that lets you change, through the airline or a proper travel agent. On the day, check the airline's own flight status, not the news. And read the war and conflict line in your travel insurance. IN THIS EPISODE The US travel alert for the UAE, read word for word What happened in the Gulf this week Which airspace is open and which is restricted Why South Africa feels it more than most countries How an airline decides every day whether a flight goes What happens when a route closes while you are in the air GPS jamming and spoofing, and why pilots can manage it Three things to do with your December ticket The regulator dates to watch: 30 September and 2 October I'm Bryan Roseveare. I was an airline captain. I still go to work on the flight deck. It's just a full flight simulator now, and the pilots I train are the ones who fly you around. SOURCES US Mission to the UAE, security alert, 19 September 2026 → https://ae.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-mission-united-arab-emirates-september-19-2026/ EASA Conflict Zone Information Bulletin CZIB-2026-07R2, airspace of the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman → https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs/czib-2026-07r2 ABC News (Reuters reporting), fire near Riyadh airport, 20 September 2026 → https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-20/fire-near-riyadh-airport-as-houthis-attack-saudi-capital/107173362 AFP via The Citizen, Iranian airlines cancel flights as US sanctions take effect, 23 September 2026 → https://www.citizen.co.za/news/news-world/iran-airlines-cancel-flights-as-us-sanctions-hit/ OPSGROUP, Middle East airspace: current operational picture → https://ops.group/blog/middle-east-airspace-current-operational-picture/ Safe Airspace, independent conflict zone and risk tracker → https://safeairspace.net/ IOL, UAE airspace closure: ACSA reports 14 South African flights cancelled, 1 March 2026 → https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-03-01-uae-airspace-remains-closed-acsa-reports-14-sa-flights-cancelled/ SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon is what keeps this channel producing. It helps massively, and it is the best way to support what I do. Support on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/bryanair Every episode, the full back catalogue and everything we talk about on the show lives in one place. Bryan Air → https://bryanairpodcast.com/ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS A warm welcome to our newest supporter, Kelvin Charman. And thank you to the people who have been carrying the show, some of them for years: Dale Williams Duncan Gillespie Franziska Jaco Mike Mason Iain Findlay Caroline Koll ACE Catharine Alan Macaulay Craig Wood Imre Kurucz

FS Brew is the region's first podcast dedicated to insurance and insurtech across the UAE and the broader Middle East.In this episode, hosts Renjit Philip, Managing Partner at Futureu Strategy Group, and Vidya, Founder of FWD, sit down with Max Robbie, CEO of Markel International Dubai, to mark ten years of Markel's presence in the region and unpack where specialty insurance is headed next.Topics covered:Markel's ten years in the Middle East and how the market has evolvedDIFC's premium growth to 4.2 billion dollars in 2025, and how much reflects genuinely new risk versus relocated businessSaudi Arabia's RHQ mandates and local retention rules, and their effect on Dubai-brokered businessLessons from the April 2024 UAE and Oman floods and whether underwriting terms have structurally changedMarine and political risk across the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz, and how Ports & Terminals and War & Terrorism are assessed togetherCyber insurance demand across MENA and whether it is broadening beyond financial institutions and data centresUnderwriting exposure at GCC data centre megaprojects, spanning construction, cyber and business interruption riskWhether current conflict-driven demand is a genuine tailwind for specialty insurers or an understated riskMarkel's Q2 combined ratio and the effect of Middle East conflict events on loss ratiosWhat makes a risk unacceptable, even with a strong broker relationshipEarly-stage collaboration between underwriters, brokers and engineering teams on MENA energy transition megaprojectsCompetition from Liberty, Zurich, Chubb and AIG in energy and construction, and what sets Markel apartMarkel's outlook for the GCC by 2030The episode closes with rapid fire questions on career lessons, leadership style and the innovations shaping the future of insurance in the region.00:00 – Introduction & Welcome01:10 – Max Robbie's Journey: Moving from London to Dubai04:11 – DIFC's Premium Surge: New Risk vs. Market Relocation05:35 – Expanding Beyond Monoline: Cyber, Trade Credit & Growth06:15 – NatCAT & Flood Exposures: Rethinking Regional Risk & BI09:54 – Marine War Risk, Geopolitics & Supply Chain Disruption13:06 – How Markel Integrates AI & Data in Underwriting16:28 – The Data Center Boom: Multi-Line Risks & Sovereign AI18:19 – Energy Transition & Mega Projects in MENA20:10 – Financial Discipline: Balancing Growth, Reserves & Pricing23:34 – Specialty Capacity Influx: Acumen vs. Price Wars24:55 – Vision 2030: Why Talent is the Key Differentiator26:40 – Rapid Fire Round: Lessons, Leadership & Personal RisksSubscribe to FS Brew for more conversations with CEOs and experts shaping insurance and insurtech in the Middle East.Renjit Philip:work: https://www.futureu.coNewsletter: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.onemorethinginai.com⁠⁠⁠Socials:Twitter / X: @renjitphilipLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/renjit-philip⁠⁠⁠Vidya Veerapandian:⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidya-veerapandian/⁠ #FSBrew #Insurtech #Insurance #Markel #DIFC #Dubai #MENA #Reinsurance #CyberInsurance #RiskManagement

VOV1 - Truyền thông khu vực dẫn lời một quan chức Mỹ tối qua cho biết lượng tàu hàng đi qua eo biển Hormuz trong ngày (23/9) đạt mức khôi phục kỷ lục, gần bằng một nửa giai đoạn trước khi chiến tranh Mỹ - Iran bùng phát cuối tháng 2/2026. Tuy nhiên, thông tin chưa được các nguồn độc lập xác nhận.Cụ thể, quan chức Mỹ cho biết trong ngày 23/9, có khoảng 60 tàu thương mại đi qua eo biển Hormuz, mang theo lượng dầu thô cao nhất kể từ đầu tháng 7, lên tới 22 triệu thùng. Trong số các phương tiện lưu thông, có khoảng 40 tàu được hải quân Mỹ hộ tống và bảo vệ. Tuy nhiên, thông tin này chưa được các nguồn độc lập và đáng tin cậy xác nhận.Trong khi đó, dữ liệu phân tích hàng hải quốc tế sáng qua cho biết, trong ngày 23/9 chỉ ghi nhận 10 tàu hàng các loại vượt qua eo biển Hormuz, tăng nhẹ so với 7 tàu của ngày liền trước, nhưng vẫn thấp hơn đáng kể mức trung bình 17 tàu của giai đoạn 10 ngày gần nhất. Mặc dù vậy, thống kê cũng thừa nhận số tàu lưu thông trên thực tế có thể cao hơn con số ghi nhận, do nhiều chủ phương tiện đã chủ động tắt hệ thống định vị và định danh khi lưu thông.Eo biển Hormuz là tuyến vận tải dầu chiến lược của thế giới, chiếm khoảng 20% tổng giao dịch dầu thô toàn cầu. Trước khi chiến tranh Mỹ-Israel-Iran bùng phát cuối tháng 2/2026, trung bình mỗi ngày có từ 130-140 tàu hàng đi qua vùng biển này.Giới chức Iran chưa đưa ra bình luận về thông tin có tới 60 tàu hàng đi qua eo Hormuz ngày 23/9. Tuy nhiên, một số chuyên gia khu vực cho rằng số liệu này có thể đáng tin cậy. Nguyên do là bởi Iran có thể đã ngầm thỏa hiệp với Mỹ về tạm thời mở lại eo Hormuz, để được nới lỏng trừng phạt từ Washington.Mỹ áp đặt phong tỏa hải quân với các cảng và vùng biển của Iran từ giữa tháng 7. Hơn 2 tháng sau, Washington tuyên bố cấm toàn bộ các hãng hàng không của Iran hạ cánh trên phạm vi toàn thế giới từ ngày 23/9. Truyền thông Iran hôm qua xác nhận một loạt quốc gia khu vực và thế giới đã thông báo quyết định không tiếp nhận các máy bay Iran, trong đó có UAE, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Azerbaijan./.Bá Thi/ VOV Ai CậpEo biển Hormuz. Ảnh reuters

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian took to the UN stage in mourning attire to deliver a defiant message to Washington: Tehran will “never bow or bend the knee” to US bullying. On today's episode of Iran: the Latest, Roland Oliphant speaks to US Correspondent Iona Cleave, who is based in New York, reporting on the ongoing UN General Assembly. Iona shares her insight into what the atmosphere is like in the UN headquarters. They unpack Pezeshkian's high-stakes address, the escalating diplomatic rhetoric, and why hardline factions in Tehran are already moving to impeach Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, for holding talks with the US.Meanwhile, an advisor to Mojtaba Khamenei threatens to expand the conflict into the Indian Ocean as new US secondary sanctions force regional airlines in Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Oman to halt flights into Iran. Plus, as Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for a high-stakes summit with Donald Trump, secret customs data reveals China is fuelling Tehran's missile program with illicit dual-use component shipments.HighlightsAnalysis of Pezeshkian's speech at the UN General AssemblyChina's dual-use military shipments to Iran exposedCONTRIBUTORS:Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphantIona Cleave, US correspondent @cleaveionaWATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnf_DDTfIVAif-vifC6F2aoPB8GIw6dkCONTENT REFERENCED:Americans walk out of Iranian president's UN speech https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/09/23/americans-storm-out-iranian-president-un-speech-gaza-israel/?recomm_id=106ef4bb-f257-4fa3-89da-68cbbdb00767 Zelensky lashes out at EU https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/09/23/kremlin-accuses-burnham-of-stoking-anti-russian-sentiment/?recomm_id=106ef4bb-f257-4fa3-89da-68cbbdb00767 Trump rolls out the red carpet for Xi https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2026/09/23/trump-rolls-out-red-carpet-for-xi-jinping-in-washinghton-dc/?recomm_id=fd4833ca-a0e2-4b41-b42a-fe28efe2b5cc Winner 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 2026Audio Producer: Peter Shevlin Video Producer: Max BowerResearcher 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 Episode 185, Alan Sanders looks at a ban the media quickly turned into a story about itself, then breaks down Operation Economic Outcast and the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's campaign sanctioned Iran's remaining airlines and warned that airports, fuel suppliers, and ticket sellers who keep serving those carriers risk being cut off from the dollar system. After the September 23 deadline, countries including Georgia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Oman, Turkey, and the UAE restricted or halted Iranian flights. We close with a silly news story from NBC and what it might be telling us about how the media thinks about the maturity of their audience. Please take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, X, Instagram, GETTR, TRUTH Social, TikTok, YouTube and Rumble by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. And, consider becoming a sponsor of the show by visiting my Patreon page!

Oman's economy has relied on oil and gas for decades. Now, the country is investing heavily in green hydrogen and renewables, whilst also rolling out one of the most significant social protection reforms for workers seen in the region in recent decades. IHRB's Sarah Mostafa-Kamel speaks to Rumaitha Al Busaidi, an Omani scientist and environmental advocate, and Anfal Al Alawi, an energy sector and worker welfare expert in Oman's energy industry, about the lessons Oman's example hold for other countries in managing this transition.

From the great outdoors to the worlds of travel, entertainment, food and entrepreneurship, we cover it all in this episode. We explore family camping across the UAE and Oman, the latest winter travel trends, Emmy highlights and music-industry news, the thinking behind the new Nourish magazine, before wrapping up with a look at the homegrown UAE brands shaping the region’s hospitality and creative landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1906 SPINDLETOP OIL FIELD, BEAUMONT TEXASCONTENTS JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-22-26Diesel Shortages Drive Inflation And VolatilityLiz Peek highlights rising diesel prices, up over 80%, as a critical driver of global inflation affecting transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. Ukrainian missile strikes on Russian refineries further strain refining capacity, while USrefinery limits exacerbate supply bottlenecks. Meanwhile, tech stocks rebounded due to enthusiasm over artificial intelligence innovations like Meta's Muse personal agent. The Federal Reserve unanimously implemented a quarter-point interest rate increase to address 3.7% PCE inflation. Furthermore, public dissatisfaction with high energy prices linked to the conflict with Iran is influencing political races, leading candidates to adjust campaign positions. (1)German Political Center Erodes In ElectionsJudy Dempsey, co-host Thaddeus McCotter: Dempsey and McCotter discuss significant political shifts following German state elections. In Berlin, the far-left party Die Linke gained strong support among young voters focused on housing costs. Simultaneously, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) capitalized on anti-immigration and anti-establishment sentiment, weakening Chancellor Friedrich Merz's centrist coalition. Dempsey notes that traditional parties struggle to attract younger constituents amid growing political polarization. Additionally, Russia actively targets Germany with hybrid warfare, cyberattacks, and propaganda aimed at deepening political divisions, as the Kremlinwelcomes dialogue with populist parties like the AfD. (2)Navigating Complex Relations With Global StrongmenMary Kissel assesses diplomatic strategies regarding China, Russia, and the Middle East. Ahead of potential talks between US leadership and Xi Jinping, Kissel highlights that Beijing views negotiations as opportunities for propaganda rather than genuine cooperation. She advocates for decoupling key American industries from China and protecting Taiwan's security. Regarding Russia, Kissel emphasizes that Vladimir Putin faces no domestic opposition and continues testing Western resolve through hybrid attacks and provocation. In the Middle East, she recommends decisive military actions against Iran-backed Houthi forces while maintaining strategic partnerships with regional actors like Oman and Saudi Arabia. (3)Entitlement Reform And Artificial Intelligence ChallengesJoseph Sternberg analyzes the upcoming 2032 Social Security solvency deadline and artificial intelligence governance. He cautions that proposals to eliminate the payroll tax cap create substantial tax burdens without fixing the long-term deficit. Sternberg warns against adopting European welfare policies that suppress economic growth, advocating instead for structural adjustments such as retirement age modifications. Regarding artificial intelligence, he critiques UN calls for heavy regulatory intervention. He argues that technological anxiety is overstated and that AI offers significant productivity benefits and security capabilities that help mitigate its own associated operational risks. (4)Global Military Shifts And Power DynamicsGregory Copley reviews defense challenges, Chinese internal politics, and the strategic conflict with Iran. He notes that Britain's Royal Air Force is supporting Saudi Arabia against Houthis primarily to preserve critical defense transactions. In China, President Xi Jinping faces domestic military purges and economic troubles, leaving both Beijingand Washington seeking temporary stability. On the US-Iran war, Copley argues Washington miscalculated by relying on leadership decapitation; the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps survived by decentralizing command into autonomous regional structures. Finally, Copley dismisses Earl Spencer's public attacks against King Charles III as personal opportunism. (5)Congressional Candidates Distance From Iran WarThaddeus McCotter discusses political maneuvering ahead of the congressional midterm elections. Republican Senate candidates Mike Rogers in Michigan and Ashley Hinson in Iowa have called for an end to the Iran war, gas tax suspensions, and diesel export pauses. McCotter explains that low presidential approval ratings and voter discontent over inflation drive candidates to distance themselves on key foreign policy issues. Drawing parallels to Hubert Humphrey's pivot on the Vietnam War in 1968, McCotter notes that candidates must frame such policy shifts around clear principles rather than political expediency. Competitive contests in traditionally solid states highlight broader party challenges. (6)Post Conflict Stabilization Plans For GazaSamuel Ben-Ur, co-host Thaddeus McCotter: Ben-Ur outlines the Board of Peace's six-month recovery program for Gaza, focused on rebuilding civilian administration and humanitarian infrastructure. The plan's primary hurdle remains Hamas's disarmament and tunnel destruction. To maintain public order, organizers recruited 16,000 Gazan police officers—vetted by Israeli intelligence—for training in Egypt. Drawing lessons from reconstruction efforts in Iraq, Ben-Ur stresses that the new force must maintain an absolute monopoly on weapons. However, implementation remains frozen pending Israeli election results. Furthermore, pending legal definitions regarding war crimes before the International Court of Justice could impact broader international diplomatic dynamics. (7)Hezbollah Narrative Adaptation Amid Battlefield LossDavid Daoud analyzes Hezbollah's tactical narrative adaptation following major military setbacks, including the IDF's destruction of key tunnel networks in southern Lebanon. To maintain support among its constituency, Hezbollah retroactively shifts its messaging—transitioning from claims of conquering territory to arguing that it conducts a war of attrition without defending specific geography. Daoud expresses skepticism regarding the Lebanese Armed Forces(LAF) deployment south of the Litani River, noting that the LAF lacks a mandate for coercive disarmament. Because the LAF continues deconfliction coordination with Hezbollah rather than seizing weapons caches, Daoud concludes LAF presence alone will not neutralize Hezbollah's military threat. (8)

1941 PEARL HARBORCONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-21-26.Examining Houthi Resilience And Arabian HistoryEdmund Fitton-Brown analyzes the escalating offensive by Houthi forces as they push to control the Yemen highlands. President Trump reportedly halted planned American airstrikes while Houthis targeted Riyadh and threatened key Saudi Arabian infrastructure. Fitton-Brown emphasizes that the Houthis represent a Zaydi revivalist movement with revolutionary ambitions extending from Mecca to Hormuz. Their expansion presents an existential threat to Saudi Arabia, which remains vulnerable due to deep internal divisions among anti-Houthi coalition partners and the withdrawal of Emirati forces. Furthermore, historical precedents highlight North Yemen's longstanding resistance to external domination, while security concerns continue to grow across the entire region. (1)Honoring Pearl Harbor Hero Doris MillerTom Modly discusses his decision as Acting Secretary of the Navy to name a Gerald R. Ford-class supercarrier after Doris Miller, a Pearl Harbor hero. During the 1941 attack, Miller, an untrained African American messman serving in a segregated Navy, heroically operated a machine gun to defend his ship. Awarded the Navy Cross, Miller later died in combat in 1943 aboard the USS Liscome Bay. Modly emphasizes the importance of preserving Miller's enduring example for future sailors. He expresses deep concern over recent rumors suggesting a potential renaming of the vessel by naval authorities in the coming months ahead. (2)Analyzing Public Discontent Within Regime IranJanatyn Sayeh and Edmund Fitton-Brown examine the internal state of Iran amidst ongoing public discontent and economic hardship. Sayeh notes that state-sponsored rallies rely on a small regime support base, often utilizing basic incentives to bus participants into Tehran. Despite severe repression, daily demonstrations persist across multiple societal sectors, including workers, students, and retirees. Severe economic degradation, power grid failures, high unemployment, and inflation continue to fuel widespread resentment against the government. As President Pezeshkian addresses the United Nations, the regime struggles to project control while facing an increasingly alienated and frustrated population across the entire nation. (3)Investigating Rumors Surrounding Xi Jinping's HealthBill Gertz, co-host Gordon Chang: Gertz and Chang discuss intense speculation regarding Chinese leader Xi Jinping's health following unusual behavior at the BRICS summit in New Delhi. Reports indicate Xi grimaced during sessions, missed a major banquet, and prompted rumors of medical treatment at Hospital 301 in Beijing. Chang notes that senior leadership health remains strictly guarded, with periodic disappearances historically used to gauge political loyalty. The uncertainty unfolds shortly before a planned high-stakes summit in Washington between Xi and President Trump. Discussions are expected to cover trade truce extensions, artificial intelligence, rare earth minerals, and ongoing cross-strait tensions regarding Taiwan. (4)Evaluating Economic Challenges Facing Modern ChinaAndrew Collier, co-host Gordon Chang: Collier and Chang evaluate China's economic headwinds ahead of an upcoming bilateral summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping. Collier highlights China's slowing economy, growing isolationism, exit bans, and severe youth unemployment officially reported above nineteen percent. Describing China as an I-shaped economy where technology dominates while broader consumer sectors struggle, Collier notes that economic recovery faces significant hurdles. Both analysts express skepticism about major breakthroughs from the Trump-Xi meeting. Meanwhile, impending European Union tariff threats against Chinese electric vehicle exports pose a far greater long-term risk to Beijing's primary economic export engine moving forward. (5)Global Conflict Disruption And Geopolitical InstabilityColonel Jeff McCausland analyzes multifaceted geopolitical crises spanning the Middle East and Eastern Europe. In Yemen, expanding Houthi strikes against critical shipping lanes and Saudi oil infrastructure threaten global energy supplies while complicating United States regional security commitments. McCausland also examines internal political turmoil in Israel surrounding Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of upcoming elections. Regarding the war in Ukraine, he highlights Russian parliamentary elections that solidified Putin's political dominance. He warns that Moscow continues a persistent hybrid warfare campaign against NATO nations while negotiations over Ukrainian sovereignty remain deeply contentious among key global stakeholders. (6)Humanitarian Crisis And Houthi Regional ExpansionBridget Toomey and Edmund Fitton-Brown assess the expanding Houthi offensive in Yemen and its severe humanitarian ramifications. Toomey outlines how Houthi movements toward Taiz and Marib aim to isolate Aden and force Saudi Arabia into political concessions. Over one hundred thousand civilians have been displaced along Yemen's west coast due to ongoing fighting, worsening an already desperate economic crisis. Toomey cautions that American diplomatic strategy regarding the Houthis remains shortsighted, warning that temporary reassurances mask long-term hostile ambitions. She also criticizes Oman's role, arguing it acts as a Houthi enabler rather than a neutral negotiator in regional peace talks. (7)rForeign Influence And Syrian Military RearmamentAhmad Sharawi and Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss the rearming of Syria under President Ahmed al-Sharaafollowing the fall of the Assad regime. Sharawi details how the Syrian military increasingly relies on foreign jihadists, Turkish-backed militias, and integrated veteran fighters to consolidate its armed forces. While Turkey exerts significant command influence, Syria also maintains vital economic and military ties with Russia. Sharawi highlights growing friction between Turkey and Israel, noting Israeli airstrikes against strategic facilities to enforce red lines. The United States continues diplomatic efforts to prevent direct conflict between Turkey and Israel within Syria's complex and volatile post-war environment. (8)Venezuelan Political Transition And Brazilian CorruptionErnesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa address political instability in Venezuela and judicial corruption in Brazil. Peña Esclusa criticizes the illegitimate interim presidency of Delcy Rodríguez and opposes transferring Venezuelan gold reserves from London to New York without democratic oversight. He emphasizes that opposition leader María Corina Machado faces grave danger if she returns home, urging a clear election timeline for a transparent transition. Meanwhile, Araújo details major corruption scandals surrounding Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. Both guests reflect on historical colonial legacies affecting Latin American sovereignty and broader Western Hemisphere diplomatic alignment. (9)

1925 SHANGHAINavigating Complex Relations With Global StrongmenMary Kissel assesses diplomatic strategies regarding China, Russia, and the Middle East. Ahead of potential talks between US leadership and Xi Jinping, Kissel highlights that Beijing views negotiations as opportunities for propaganda rather than genuine cooperation. She advocates for decoupling key American industries from China and protecting Taiwan's security. Regarding Russia, Kissel emphasizes that Vladimir Putin faces no domestic opposition and continues testing Western resolve through hybrid attacks and provocation. In the Middle East, she recommends decisive military actions against Iran-backed Houthi forces while maintaining strategic partnerships with regional actors like Oman and Saudi Arabia. (3)

Dubai can look like a postcard of skyscrapers and luxury, but living there teaches you the real story fast: it's blazing hot outside, freezing cold inside, and somehow both deeply traditional and aggressively futuristic. We sit down with Martina, a global citizen and former Reuters journalist who watched Dubai transform firsthand, to get practical, honest guidance for travelers who want more than a quick photo stop.We talk about what daily life feels like in a city where you can ski in a shopping mall, run “mallathons” before stores open, and pay with your face. Martina breaks down what to pack for the indoor outdoor temperature shock, what things cost (think Switzerland level pricing in many places), and how far you can get with English. She also shares why Dubai's air connectivity is such a superpower, turning the UAE into a strategic base for exploring the Middle East, East Africa, and South Asia.Then we zoom out to build a smarter Dubai travel itinerary: when to visit, what's worth your time, and why Abu Dhabi and Oman can balance the glitz with culture and history. If you're curious about Dubai, this conversation gives you a clear starting point. Subscribe, share the show with a travel-loving friend, and leave a quick rating or review to help more listeners find us.Map of DubaiSupport the showPlease download, like, subscribe, share a review, and follow us on your favorite podcasts app and connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wherenextpodcast/View all listening options: https://wherenextpodcast.buzzsprout.com/HostsCarol Springer: https://www.instagram.com/carol.work.lifeKristen: https://www.instagram.com/team_wake/ If you can, please support the show or you can buy us a coffee. 

While Sukuk remain central to Oman's capital markets, the next stage of development depends on broadening instruments, participation and liquidity. We examine how securitisation, private credit structures and evolving market infrastructure can complement Sukuk issuance and support sustainable growth. We discuss regulatory alignment, investor engagement and gradual innovation needed to strengthen Oman's position as a competitive regional issuer market.Moderator:Mohsin Shaik Sehu Mohamed, Head of Investment Banking and Capital Markets, Dhofar IslamicPanelists:Aflah Al Lawati, Group Treasurer and Vice President Financial Planning and Analysis, OQ SAOCSuad Abdul Ghafoor Al-Balushi, Chief Financial Officer, Oman Housing Bank and President, ACIFMA Oman ChapterTalha Khan, Head, Global Investment Unit & Country Manager – Oman, Pak Oman Investment Company

We offer focus on the strategic future of Islamic financial services across Oman, from banking and retail finance to capital markets and asset management. Industry leaders examine how the sector can support the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, including economic diversification, private sector development, innovation and sustainable growth, while also considering how evolving regulatory and market expectations are reshaping the industry's competitive landscape. Designed to provide clear strategies and directional thinking, this session sets the tone for the industry's next phase of development.Moderator:Oliver Agha, Managing Partner, Agha & Co and Columnist, IFN (The Islamic Legal Opinion)Panelists:Abbas Ali, Chief Investment Officer, U CapitalAsad Qayyum, Managing Partner, MAQ LegalJames Sadler, Head of Debt Capital Markets and Structured Finance, Banking and Corporate Finance, Oman Investment BankSalah Al Aradi, Head of Treasury – TIBIG & Member, Treasurers Committee – Oman Banks Association

Azza Al Habsi, VP – Economic Research, Ominvest, Ominvest

Oliver Agha, Managing Partner, Agha & Co and Columnist, IFN (The Islamic Legal Opinion)

Haitham Al Salmi, CEO, Muscat Stock Exchange

Max Freeman, Founder, Epicenter Labs

Asia Al Raisi, Deputy Chief of Economist for Investment and Market Operations, Central Bank of Oman

1916 YEMENHumanitarian Crisis And Houthi Regional ExpansionBridget Toomey and Edmund Fitton-Brown assess the expanding Houthi offensive in Yemen and its severe humanitarian ramifications. Toomey outlines how Houthi movements toward Taiz and Marib aim to isolate Aden and force Saudi Arabia into political concessions. Over one hundred thousand civilians have been displaced along Yemen's west coast due to ongoing fighting, worsening an already desperate economic crisis. Toomey cautions that American diplomatic strategy regarding the Houthis remains shortsighted, warning that temporary reassurances mask long-term hostile ambitions. She also criticizes Oman's role, arguing it acts as a Houthi enabler rather than a neutral negotiator in regional peace talks. (7)

Portland startups have a long, storied history of engineers building tools for other engineers—from Tektronix oscilloscopes to Puppet. This week, we look at how that open-source builder tradition is roaring back with a fresh $2M round for AI agent infrastructure, alongside major hardware and clean energy headlines across the state.In this episode, we cover Agility Robotics unveiling their new Digit 5 humanoid robot, PIE alum James McDermott raising $2M for AntFly (led by HeavyBit), Mazama Energy raising $135M to tap Oregon geothermal power for AI data centers, Bend Venture Conference early-stage semifinalists, the 10 Latine founders pitching at Pitch Latino Portland, and a very candid Secrets segment.CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro00:46 - Agility Robotics unveils Digit 5 (Humanoid redesign & 20-hr battery)02:08 - Bend Venture Conference (BVC) early-stage semifinalists03:15 - Fresh Hop Finder map for craft beer season03:57 - Built Festival reminder (Sept 25 at The Redd)04:36 - AntFly raises $2M: Open-source AI retrieval engine backed by HeavyBit08:08 - Mazama Energy raises $135M: Tapping Oregon geothermal for AI data centers11:09 - Pitch Latino Portland: 10 Latine founders at the Newmark Theatre (Oct 8)13:42 - SecretsLINKSAntFly: https://antfly.io Pitch Latino Portland https://www.portland5.com/event/pitch-latinoBuilt Festival https://builtoregon.comFashioNXT https://fashionxt.comFresh Hop Finder Map https://freshhopfinder.com/It Takes a Valley by Anika Horn https://bookshop.org/p/books/it-takes-a-valley-how-to-build-thriving-entrepreneurial-ecosystems-that-transform-our-communities/83432271bcd8886b?ean=9798995796312&aid=128693&listref=startup-booksFIND RICK TUROCZY ON THE INTERNET AT…- https://patreon.com/turoczy- https://linkedin.com/in/turoczy- Portland Oregon startup news on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-oregon-startup-news-silicon-florist/id1711294699- Portland Oregon startup news Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2cmLDH8wrPdNMS2qtTnhcy?si=H627wrGOTvStxxKWRlRGLQ- Startup Stories on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1Tk7bbzaNYowGouI9ucKC3- Startup Stories on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/startup-stories-with-silicon-florist/id1849468494- The Long Con on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-con/id1810923457- The Long Con on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48oglyT5JNKxVH5lnWTYKA- https://bsky.app/profile/turoczy.bsky.social- https://siliconflorist.substack.com/- https://pdxslack.comABOUT SILICON FLORIST ----------For nearly two decades, Rick Turoczy has published Silicon Florist, a blog, newsletter, and podcast that covers entrepreneurs, founders, startups, entrepreneurship, tech, news, and events in the Portland, Oregon, startup community. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a startup or tech enthusiast, or simply intrigued by Portland's startup culture, Silicon Florist is your go-to source for the latest news, events, jobs, and opportunities in Portland Oregon's flourishing tech and startup scene. Join us in exploring the innovative world of startups in Portland, where creativity and collaboration meet.ABOUT RICK TUROCZY ----------Rick Turoczy has been working in, on, and around the Portland, Oregon, startup community for nearly 30 years. He has been recognized as one of the “OG”s of startup ecosystem building by the Kauffman Foundation. And he has been humbled by any number of opportunities to speak on stages from SXSW to INBOUND and from Kobe, Japan, to Muscat, Oman, including an opportunity to share his views on community building on the TEDxPortland stage (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj98mr_wUA0). All because of a blog. Weird.https://siliconflorist.com#pdx #portland #oregon #startup #entrepreneur

Today's top stories, with context, in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:1) The US is expected to hold off announcing new tariffs on China and other trading partners until after next week’s summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, according to people familiar with the matter, a delay that could preserve such a threat as leverage in the negotiations.2) The current round of panic over artificial intelligence is based on the conviction that the technology has slipped out of human control to do its own bidding in several recent incidents. To some disillusioned AI researchers — and some senior employees at leading AI companies — this is an early sign of a true threat to human civilization. But other experts in the field are pushing back, claiming that such talk allows companies to sidestep accountability for real-world impacts of their technology. Critics see AI’s environmental impacts, the threat of job displacement, or the potential for mass surveillance as more urgent targets for policymakers.3) At least two liquefied natural gas shipments transited the Strait of Hormuz this week as producers look for ways to increase flows to a market struggling with a lack of supply and surging prices.A tanker that loaded at Qatar’s Ras Laffan export plant in late August appeared in the Gulf of Oman earlier this week, according to ship-tracking data compiled by Bloomberg, indicating it had passed through the contested waterway. The vessel wasn’t sending a signal when it traversed Hormuz, but jamming and interference is common in the area, complicating efforts to ascertain the exact location of ships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Richard Pater speaks with Marc Sievers about the current status of the Abraham Accords. Marc assesses the growing economic and security ties between Israel and the UAE, the impact of Iranian attacks on the Gulf, and the prospects for Saudi–Israeli normalisation. He also discusses the experience of Israelis and Jewish communities in the UAE, Oman's approach to Israel, and the potential for expanding the Accords. Marc Sievers is an Abu Dhabi based business consultant and Middle East policy analyst. He is a former US ambassador to Oman and a veteran diplomat with over three decades of experience across the Middle East.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. US bureau chief Jacob Magid joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Following headlines worldwide and widespread anger in Israel over the allegations made in documentary film ‘NAZA’ about Israel's policies on civilian fatalities in the Gaza war, Magid reports that the Foreign Ministry has recommended to diplomats to dial down attacks on the Israeli filmmakers, assessing that ongoing furious Israeli denials are harming rather than helping. While the next official round of talks between Israel and Lebanon is delayed to next month, Magid notes that a small meeting between the Israeli ambassador to the US and the Lebanese ambassador took place in Washington, with each party reporting that there hasn't been enough progress on either side, in terms of the Lebanese army disarming Hezbollah and Israel withdrawing from some parts of southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, a Lebanese official spoke with Magid -- although interviews with Israeli press are forbidden -- relaying the message that Lebanon does want to disarm Hezbollah and that Israel’s strikes in southern Lebanon have become too indiscriminate. Magid also reports on the recent talks between the Houthis and the US regarding its seizure of a strategic stretch of the Red Sea coast, noting that engagement with the Iran-backed militia risks normalizing its status as an address for negotiation rather than an illegitimate actor. After Vice President JD Vance stated in a podcast interview that US Mideast policy can't be subservient to Israel's needs, Magid discusses other aspects of the interview, including that Vance called Israel an important partner and that relationships with all US allies are based on US interests. Finally, Magid reviews details from a leaked Board of Peace committee document summarizing 71 intended construction projects in Gaza, noting that it's all on hold because Israel hasn't agreed to the current disarmament plan. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Israeli government sends diplomats talking points to respond to ‘NAZA’ — report Israeli, Lebanese envoys hold ‘positive’ meeting in Washington Lebanese official to ToI: ‘Indiscriminate’ IDF strikes hinder Hezbollah disarmament Vance: US cannot let its Mideast foreign policy be ‘subservient to Israel’ Houthis met US officials in Oman, promised not to hit American, Israeli ships — sources Gaza-bound technocrats draw up 71 rebuilding projects, which hinge on Israeli approval Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Ari Schlacht produced this episode. IMAGE: US bureau chief Jacob Magid appears on the Daily Briefing with host Jessica Steinberg (AP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Foreign Minister Wang Yi encouraged Iran and the United States on Wednesday to act rationally and exercise restraint, return to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and rebuild the negotiation mechanism, saying that the continued prolongation of the US-Iran conflict is not in the common interest of the parties concerned and the international community.中国外交部长王毅星期三敦促伊朗和美国保持理性、克制，回到《伊斯兰堡谅解备忘录》的框架内，重建谈判机制。他表示，美伊冲突持续延宕不符合有关各方以及国际社会的共同利益。Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during talks in Beijing with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi.王毅同时担任中共中央政治局委员。他在北京同伊朗外交部长赛义德·阿巴斯·阿拉格齐举行会谈时作出上述表示。Since Israel and the US launched joint strikes on Iran on Feb 28, the two foreign ministers have spoken by phone several times. Wednesday's talks marked their second in-person meeting in Beijing since then. They also met in Kyrgyzstan in July.自2月28日以色列和美国对伊朗发动联合打击以来，两国外长已多次通过电话沟通。此次会谈是双方此后第二次在北京举行面对面会晤，双方此前还于7月在吉尔吉斯斯坦举行会谈。Signed by Iran and the US on June 18 following negotiations facilitated by Pakistan, the MoU launched a 60-day window for reaching a final agreement. The window expired on Aug 17, with the two sides nowhere close to determining how to move forward.在巴基斯坦斡旋推动下，伊朗和美国于6月18日签署《谅解备忘录》，并开启为期60天的达成最终协议窗口期。然而，该期限于8月17日结束，双方仍未就下一步行动方向达成一致。Wang urged the US and Iran to conduct substantive consultations on their respective concerns on the basis of the understandings reached so far.王毅呼吁美伊双方在此前达成共识的基础上，围绕各自关切开展实质性磋商。As a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, China is ready to play a constructive role in resolving international disputes, he said.他说，中国作为联合国安理会常任理事国，愿为解决国际争端发挥建设性作用。Describing China and Iran as comprehensive strategic partners, he said that China stands ready to strengthen dialogue and cooperation with Iran and help safeguard the country's legitimate rights and interests.王毅表示，中伊是全面战略合作伙伴，中方愿进一步加强同伊朗的对话与合作，帮助维护伊朗的合法权益。Wang expressed support for dialogue between Iran and the Gulf countries, adding that all sides should respect each other's territorial sovereignty and national security, as well as safeguard the common interests of the region in a constructive manner.王毅支持伊朗与海湾国家开展对话，并表示，各方应相互尊重领土主权和国家安全，以建设性方式维护地区共同利益。He also called on all parties to take effective measures to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as soon as possible, safeguard the security and smooth operation of international shipping routes and maintain the stability of international energy transportation, as well as industrial and supply chains.他还呼吁有关各方采取有效措施，尽快恢复霍尔木兹海峡开放，保障国际航运安全畅通，维护国际能源运输以及产业链、供应链稳定。China does not want tensions in the region to spill over further into Yemen and the Red Sea, Wang noted, calling on all parties to stop further complicating the situation and resolve issues through dialogue and negotiations.王毅指出，中国不希望地区紧张局势进一步外溢至也门和红海。他呼吁各方避免使局势进一步复杂化，通过对话和谈判解决问题。Wang said that the current situation once again demonstrates that the existing security architecture in the Middle East is incomplete and needs to be reformed and strengthened.王毅表示，当前局势再次表明，中东现有安全架构并不完善，需要改革和加强。During his visit to Egypt earlier this month, President Xi Jinping put forward a four-point proposal on building a new security architecture in the Middle East via upholding a vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.本月早些时候，习近平主席访问埃及时，提出了通过坚持共同、综合、合作、可持续安全理念，构建中东新安全架构的四点主张。China welcomes the useful explorations made by regional countries in this regard, Wang said.王毅表示，中方欢迎地区国家在这一方向上开展的有益探索。Noting that China's policy toward Iran remains consistent and stable, he said China has always stood for fairness and justice at the UN Security Council and other multilateral platforms, opposed the use of force and upheld the norms governing international relations.王毅指出，中国对伊朗政策始终保持连续性和稳定性。中国始终在联合国安理会等多边平台上维护公平正义，反对诉诸武力，维护国际关系基本准则。As a responsible major country, China will continue to contribute to peace and stability, promote talks for peace and uphold fairness and justice in the Middle East, he added.他说，作为负责任的大国，中国将继续为维护和平稳定、推动和平谈判、维护中东地区公平正义发挥积极作用。Araghchi said that Iran does not want the conflict to continue and hopes to return to diplomatic channels while firmly safeguarding its rights and interests. He said that Iran believes the Islamabad MoU remains valid, adding that Iran has reached an arrangement with Oman on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and that the US should honor its commitments.阿拉格齐表示，伊朗不希望冲突继续下去，希望回到外交轨道，同时坚定维护自身权利和利益。他说，伊朗认为《伊斯兰堡谅解备忘录》仍然有效，并表示伊朗已就重新开放霍尔木兹海峡问题同阿曼达成安排，美国也应履行相关承诺。He added that Iran is ready to engage in dialogue and consultations with regional countries, establish and develop good-neighborly relations, and work for the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.他表示，伊朗愿同地区国家开展对话磋商，建立和发展睦邻友好关系，为地区和平与稳定早日恢复作出努力。Araghchi welcomed and supported the four-point proposal on promoting peace and stability in the Middle East and the four-point proposal on promoting common security in the region put forward by Xi. The Iranian foreign minister expressed Iran's readiness to strengthen cooperation with China within this framework and its expectation that China will play a greater role in promoting regional peace and stability.阿拉格齐欢迎并支持习近平提出的推动中东和平稳定四点主张以及促进地区共同安全四点倡议。他表示，伊朗愿在这一框架下加强同中国合作，并期待中国在推动地区和平稳定方面发挥更大作用。Experts said that the volatile situation in the Middle East has seriously affected international peace and development, and seeking a solution through diplomatic channels remains a realistic option.有关专家表示，中东局势动荡已对国际和平与发展造成严重影响，通过外交渠道寻求解决方案仍是一种现实选择。Li Zixin, an assistant research fellow at the China Institute of International Studies, said that Iran's reaffirmation of the memorandum's validity has kept a window open for future political engagement between the two sides. All parties should seize the opportunity to restart political dialogue rather than intensify military confrontation and economic coercion, Li said.中国国际问题研究院助理研究员李子欣表示，伊朗重申《谅解备忘录》的有效性，为双方未来开展政治接触保留了空间。她认为，各方应抓住机会，重新启动政治对话，而不是加剧军事对抗和经济施压。Niu Xinchun, executive director of the China-Arab Research Institute at Ningxia University, said that China has been actively promoting peace talks since the conflict began. China does not pursue geopolitical self-interest or bloc confrontation and takes into account the reasonable security concerns of all parties, he said, adding that its initiatives offer a viable path toward addressing the security dilemma in the Middle East.宁夏大学中国阿拉伯国家研究院执行院长牛新春表示，冲突发生以来，中国一直积极推动和平谈判。他表示，中国不谋求地缘政治利益，也不寻求集团对抗，而是兼顾各方合理安全关切；相关倡议为解决中东安全困境提供了一条可行路径。【词汇提炼】rational /ˈræʃənl/ adj.理性的；合理的restraint /rɪˈstreɪnt/ n.克制；约束mechanism /ˈmekənɪzəm/ n.机制；体系memorandum /ˌmeməˈrændəm/ n.备忘录；协议文件Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)谅解备忘录substantive /səbˈstæntɪv/ adj.实质性的；重要的architecture /ˈɑːrkɪtektʃər/ n.架构；体系multilateral /ˌmʌltiˈlætərəl/ adj.多边的

Auf den Einbruch folgt der Ausbruch. Nach der zunächst negativen Reaktion auf die gestrige FED-Tagung, hebt die Wall Street am Donnerstag ab. Entlastung liefern heute vor allem Öl und Anleiherenditen. Brent und WTI fallen, die Rendite zehnjähriger US-Staatsanleihen sinkt knapp unter fünf Prozent. Saudi-Arabien hofft laut den im Briefing zitierten Berichten, innerhalb weniger Tage etwa die Hälfte seiner Ost-West-Pipeline wieder in Betrieb zu nehmen. Zusätzliche Öltransfers vor Oman sollen die Versorgung ebenfalls verbessern. Eine vollständige Wiederherstellung ist damit noch nicht erreicht. Bei den Unternehmen sticht Generac hervor. Die Aktie steigt vorbörslich um mehr als 30 Prozent nach einer Liefervereinbarung für Amazons Rechenzentren mit einem möglichen Auftragsvolumen von bis zu acht Milliarden US-Dollar. Salesforce erhält nach der Dreamforce höhere Analystenkursziele, gestützt auf die Chancen durch KI-Anwendungen. Das Gegenbild liefert Lennar. Gewinn und Ausblick enttäuschen, die Neuaufträge fallen um neun Prozent. Hohe Zinsen und nachlassende Erschwinglichkeit belasten die Hauskäufer. Die Aktie ist trotzdem nur unwesentlich schwächer, weil die Stimmung schon im Vorfeld der Zahlen negativ war. Abonniere den Podcast, um keine Folge zu verpassen! ____ Folge uns, um auf dem Laufenden zu bleiben: • X: http://fal.cn/SQtwitter • LinkedIn: http://fal.cn/SQlinkedin • Instagram: http://fal.cn/SQInstagram

Auf den Einbruch folgt der Ausbruch. Nach der zunächst negativen Reaktion auf die gestrige FED-Tagung, hebt die Wall Street am Donnerstag ab. Entlastung liefern heute vor allem Öl und Anleiherenditen. Brent und WTI fallen, die Rendite zehnjähriger US-Staatsanleihen sinkt knapp unter fünf Prozent. Saudi-Arabien hofft laut den im Briefing zitierten Berichten, innerhalb weniger Tage etwa die Hälfte seiner Ost-West-Pipeline wieder in Betrieb zu nehmen. Zusätzliche Öltransfers vor Oman sollen die Versorgung ebenfalls verbessern. Eine vollständige Wiederherstellung ist damit noch nicht erreicht. Bei den Unternehmen sticht Generac hervor. Die Aktie steigt vorbörslich um mehr als 30 Prozent nach einer Liefervereinbarung für Amazons Rechenzentren mit einem möglichen Auftragsvolumen von bis zu acht Milliarden US-Dollar. Salesforce erhält nach der Dreamforce höhere Analystenkursziele, gestützt auf die Chancen durch KI-Anwendungen. Das Gegenbild liefert Lennar. Gewinn und Ausblick enttäuschen, die Neuaufträge fallen um neun Prozent. Hohe Zinsen und nachlassende Erschwinglichkeit belasten die Hauskäufer. Die Aktie ist trotzdem nur unwesentlich schwächer, weil die Stimmung schon im Vorfeld der Zahlen negativ war. Ein Podcast - featured by Handelsblatt. ► Jetzt beim Börsenspiel Trader mitmachen und Range Rover Evoque gewinnen: https://sg-zerti.de/wall-street-podcast ► Meine Trades. Direkter Austausch.

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1943 WAR EMERGENCY PIPELINECONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 9-16Global Diesel Shortage Spans Multiple ContinentsMichael Bernstam explains Ukrainian drone strikes against Russian refineries impact domestic Russian consumption rather than global markets because Moscow previously banned refined petroleum exports. The worldwide diesel crisis stems from losing 2.5 million barrels daily due to Middle Eastern supply disruptions, Strait of Hormuz closures, and pipeline attacks. With global refineries running at 96% to 98% capacity, facilities face severe quality mismatch issues because domestic shale crude yields less diesel than heavy Middle Eastern imports. Meanwhile, overall Russian oil production dropped by 1.5 million barrels per day. New United States congressional legislation permits potential 100% tariffs on purchasing nations. (1)America Deploys Operational Space Control WeaponsRick Fisher reports Air Force officials publicly confirmed that the United States deployed operational space control weapons capable of protecting joint military forces. A French Space Agency graphic recently detailed orbital assets operated by America, Russia, and China, including telemetry jamming, proximity operations, and kinetic collision satellites. These classified capabilities were maintained secretly across multiple congressional administrations to prevent a dangerous space arms race. Strategic tensions surrounding Iran or potential Russian aggression in Europe likely prompted this public disclosure. Importantly, these conventional defense systems fully comply with established Outer Space Treaty terms because the agreement exclusively bans nuclear weapons. (2)Canada Seeks EU Integration Amid RealignmentCharles Burton reports Canada is rapidly reorienting its economic and defense relationships away from dependency on the United States. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed opening associate membership to Canada, creating a unique alliance covering defense, trade, and personnel movement. Supported by former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Canadian leaders are promoting infrastructure initiatives to redirect trade flows while granting Europeaccess to critical minerals. Polling indicates that over 70% of Canadians identify with European values, whereas USsympathy dropped to 16% due to trade unpredictability. Canada also quietly strengthened strategic military defense ties with China regarding security. (3)Hellscape Defense Strategy Deters Taiwan InvasionRebecca Grant reports the United States Indo-Pacific Command developed an offensive tactical framework named Hellscape to counter potential Chinese invasions of Taiwan. Designed by Admiral Samuel Paparo, Hellscape deploys swarms of cheap drones, loitering munitions like Damocles, and unmanned vehicles to confuse attacking Chinese forces. This strategy draws upon lessons from Ukrainian drone warfare to disrupt enemy spectrum operations and clear pathways for heavy precision weapons. Regional allies including Japan, Australia, and the Philippines are integrating into this defense architecture. To ensure deterrence succeeds, Taiwan must receive delayed military shipments of advanced electronic warfare systems for its fighter jets without delay. (4)Diplomatic Strains Impact Global Western AlliancesMary Kissel notes global polls indicate declining trust in American leadership as both the United States and China are perceived as international threats. Friction over tariffs and rhetoric pushed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to pursue European Union associate membership and deeper ties with Beijing. In Ukraine, American requests asking Kyivto spare Russian oil refineries reflect a flawed moral equivalency that undermines deterrence against aggression. Meanwhile, escalating Middle Eastern instability and Houthi chokeholds along Red Sea shipping lanes threaten Saudienergy security, risking a shift where Gulf allies seek Chinese security partnerships if Washington fails to provide reliable military backing today. (5)Addressing Transnational Repression Before Summit MeetingPiero Tozzi, co-host Gordon Chang: Ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's summit in Washington, Tozzi urges increased protections against Beijing's transnational repression targeting dissidents, Tibetans, and Uyghurs on American soil. China operates clandestine police stations in cities like New York and Boston while using its United Frontapparatus to suppress peaceful protest movements. Grounded in a legalist Leninist governance ideology that demands complete cognitive control, Beijing recently enacted an ethnic unity law requiring families to teach love for the Communist Party. United States foreign policy must prioritize releasing prominent political prisoners, including Hong Kong Catholic publisher Jimmy Lai from solitary confinement in prison. (6)Historical Roots Shape Complex Yemen ConflictGregory Copley explains the ongoing conflict in Yemen reflects deep historical, cultural, and tribal divisions stretching back to pre-Islamic Jewish roots. Mountainous North Yemen, led by Hashemite Zaydis, maintains historical claims as traditional guardians of Mecca and Medina predating Saudi control. Demonstrating sophisticated defense capabilities, North Yemeni forces recently downed a Royal Saudi strike jet. Meanwhile, Egypt refuses to reenter the conflict after its disastrous 1960s war, leaving Oman as the primary regional mediator. Additionally, Canada is strengthening economic ties with Europe and King Charles III to reassert national sovereignty independent of Washington trade policy pressure across global commercial sectors today. (7)European Inflation Escalates Under Energy PressuresSimon Constable reports a severe heatwave in southern France damaged sunflower harvests while diesel prices soared to $9.20 per gallon, causing widespread agricultural and logistical distress. Rising European natural gas costs pushed electricity rates up 12% in one month, driving price hikes across essential agricultural commodities like corn and wheat. Meanwhile, public opposition against artificial intelligence data centers reflects underlying hostility toward wealthy technology figures rather than environmental impact. In the United Kingdom, escalating national debt service costs reached $127 billion annually, far surpassing the nation's $80 billion defense budget during severe ongoing international economic challenges facing European leadership in government circles. (8)Commercial Space Programs Advance Amid ShakeupsBob Zimmerman reports SpaceX is preparing Starship Super Heavy for an orbital test carrying commercial Starlinksatellites, while Amazon booked extra Ariane 6 launches to deploy its constellation. Meanwhile, NASA awarded Blue Origin a $700 million Mars communication satellite contract based on its Blue Ring orbital tug, prompting an unusual formal protest from Rocket Lab. Internationally, China is conducting an unannounced major organizational overhaul of its lunar program following recent mission failures. Additionally, American authorities arrested a Chinese tourist for flying drones over restricted Kennedy Space Center launchpads, and Djibouti joined the Artemis Accords as the newest member nation in global space. (9)

1954 YEMENGregory Copley explains the ongoing conflict in Yemen reflects deep historical, cultural, and tribal divisions stretching back to pre-Islamic Jewish roots. Mountainous North Yemen, led by Hashemite Zaydis, maintains historical claims as traditional guardians of Mecca and Medina predating Saudi control. Demonstrating sophisticated defense capabilities, North Yemeni forces recently downed a Royal Saudi strike jet. Meanwhile, Egypt refuses to reenter the conflict after its disastrous 1960s war, leaving Oman as the primary regional mediator. Additionally, Canada is strengthening economic ties with Europe and King Charles III to reassert national sovereignty independent of Washington trade policy pressure across global commercial sectors today. (1)

Leading Turkish LGBTQ activist Yildiz Tar explains why Turkey's authoritarian government is escalating repression of their community. The crackdown has less to do with public morals than an effort to divert public attention away from soaring inflation, poverty and joblessness, Tar notes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CAPTION 1962 SOVIET EMBASSYHistorical Roots Shape Modern Yemeni ConflictGregory Copley details the deep historical context of Yemen, tracing its lineage from the ancient Sabaean kingdom through the Mutawakkilite Kingdom. He explains how Saudi hostility toward Northern Yemen stems partly from historical Hashemite claims to Mecca and Medina. Copley emphasizes that Northern Yemeni forces are tough professional fighters rather than simple rebel groups, driven to fight for survival against Saudi strikes. He suggests that Washington and London should engage in separate diplomatic negotiations, leveraging Oman's Sultan as a discreet mediator during upcoming visits to negotiate an accommodation and establish regional peace. (3)

CAPTION 1916 YEMEN FIGHTING.CONTENTS-JBS-9-14-2026Houthis Expand Reach Across Strategic WaterwaysBridget Toomey discusses how Houthi rebels rapidly expanded control across Yemen's western coast, seizing the strategic port of Mocha and Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandeb choke point. Yemeni armed forces conducted counter-operations in a designated killbox around Mocha while displaying strikes on Houthi positions. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabiaclosed its critical oil pipeline following drone attacks attributed to Iran-backed Iraqi militias operating in coordination with the Houthis. The Trump administration continues offering intelligence support to Saudi Arabia while maintaining its policy of avoiding direct airstrikes under an existing mutual non-engagement agreement. (1)Israeli Strikes Target Reconstituting Hamas LeadershipSamuel Ben-Ur analyzes recent Israel Defense Forces eliminations of key Hamas figures in Gaza, notably Khan Yuniscommander Muhammad Abdul Salam al-Yuzuri. Al-Yuzuri was actively attempting to rebuild the Qassam Brigadesand plan attacks prior to his elimination. Hamas maintains military dominance across thirty percent of the yellow line and remains heavily integrated within civilian population centers. Meanwhile, progress on the Board of Peace disarmament plan remains stalled until after Israeli elections due to political sensitivity surrounding territorial concessions. Ben-Ur notes that voluntary Hamas disarmament is improbable, highlighting alternative stabilization initiatives like pilot zones. (2)Historical Roots Shape Modern Yemeni ConflictGregory Copley details the deep historical context of Yemen, tracing its lineage from the ancient Sabaean kingdom through the Mutawakkilite Kingdom. He explains how Saudi hostility toward Northern Yemen stems partly from historical Hashemite claims to Mecca and Medina. Copley emphasizes that Northern Yemeni forces are tough professional fighters rather than simple rebel groups, driven to fight for survival against Saudi strikes. He suggests that Washington and London should engage in separate diplomatic negotiations, leveraging Oman's Sultan as a discreet mediator during upcoming visits to negotiate an accommodation and establish regional peace. (3)Latin American Leaders Engage European ForumErnesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa discuss their participation in Slovenia's Bled Strategic Forum, highlighting growing Eastern European engagement with Latin America. Araújo draws parallels between Eastern Europe's 1989 liberation and Latin America's current struggle against narco-socialism. Regarding Venezuela, Peña Esclusa emphasizes that citizens reject interim president Delcy Rodríguez despite opposition leader María Corina Machado's primary victory. Turning to Brazil's upcoming election, Araújo outlines a major judicial scandal tying Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes to a fraudulent banker, severely impacting President Lula da Silva's reelection campaign against Flavio Bolsonaro. (4)Israeli Forces Detonate Strategic Hezbollah UndergroundDavid Daoud examines an Israeli detonation of Hezbollah's subterranean nerve center at Aita al-Shaab, which caused a 4.1 magnitude seismic event. The complex was originally designed for Hezbollah's planned invasion of the Galilee, a doctrine later mirrored by Hamas on October 7th. Daoud reports that Israeli forces are turning South Lebanon into a buffer zone to eliminate threats. However, he criticizes the Lebanese Armed Forces for failing to demonstrate real will to disarm Hezbollah, noting that 86% of reported LAF weapon seizures consisted merely of militarily insignificant bullets. (5)Canada Explores Strategic European Union AllianceConrad Black evaluates Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's proposal for a unique associate alliance with the European Union. Black notes Canadians would support freer trade and cultural exchanges, though full political submission to Brussels directives would be rejected. He highlights French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming meeting with Carney in St. Pierre and Miquelon as a significant recognition of Canadian distinctiveness. Furthermore, Black criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and trade deficit claims, pointing out that Canada sells oil at discounted rates and maintains balanced cross-border auto manufacturing integration. (6)Economic Analysis Exposes Costs Of TariffsVeronique de Rugy analyzes the economic consequences of trade wars, specifically examining cross-border tariffs between the United States and Canada. She refutes mercantilist arguments, demonstrating that domestic consumers shoulder tariff costs through higher prices and product scarcity rather than foreign producers paying the fees. De Rugy explains that protectionist tariffs harm domestic manufacturing by raising input costs on imported components. She notes that even domestic producers unexposed to foreign competition raise prices when shielded, and highlights how tariffs on Canadian lumber directly elevate American housing costs. (7)Russian Strikes Target Ukrainian Railway NetworksJohn Hardie assesses a Russian drone strike targeting a Ukrainian train near the Polish border where international VIPs and former European officials had recently passed. While French officials viewed the strike as intentional intimidation, Hardie notes precise Russian motives remain speculative. Additionally, Hardie analyzes reports surrounding President Trump's statements regarding an energy target ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. He defends Ukraine's strategy of striking Russian oil refineries, explaining that disrupting refined diesel production effectively squeezes Moscow's military budget and creates domestic public pressure. (8)United States Secures Historic Venezuelan PetroleumSamuel Ben-Ur provides updates on Venezuela's political transition and energy sector, detailing a massive 25-year oil agreement executed with interim president Delcy Rodríguez. The deal involves North American companies redeveloping 17 oil fields containing 65 billion barrels of proved reserves, redirecting petroleum exports exclusively to the United States away from China and Russia. Ben-Ur notes that major firms like Chevron will lead a hundred-billion-dollar infrastructure revitalization effort. However, he emphasizes that no firm election date has been established, leaving the political timetable for returning to democratic governance uncertain. (9)BRICS Summit Highlights Internal Geopolitical FracturesMelik Kaylan, co-host Gordon Chang: Kaylan and Chang analyze the BRICS summit in India, characterizing the bloc as an incoherent coalition marked by deep internal rivalries, particularly between China and India. Kaylan explains that while member nations grandstand against Western policies in the Middle East, they lack real unified operational strength. Turning to Turkey, Kaylan argues President Erdoğan pursues neo-Ottoman expansionism across Syria, North Africa, and the Horn of Africa to distract from severe domestic economic weakness. Chang adds that Erdoğan reversed his prior support for Uyghurs to secure Chinese financial backing. (10)

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson said that Saudi Arabia insisted that the meeting between Iran and Gulf nations in Oman not to take place and it will be postponed to another date due to the Yemen situation.US President Trump said he warned Ukraine to stop targeting Russian oil refineries, as strikes have shut down diesel refining and helped lift prices of the fuel to record levels.Anthropic CEO Amodei urged a slowdown in the development of the most advanced AI systems to prevent AI from slipping beyond human control.US equity futures fall, Semis hit the hardest on worries of less capex investment.DXY firms on Fed rate hike bets and higher energy prices; JPY underperforms.Fixed income benchmarks mixed despite higher energy prices (Brent +2.7%).Looking ahead, highlights include the Canadian CPI (Aug). Speakers include ECB's Cipollone & Lagarde.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

A source close to Iran's negotiating team said all of the Gulf's entry route and a portion of the exit are within Iranian territorial waters, adding that the understanding does not mean the Strait of Hormuz will be opened.

On this edition of The Adult in the Room, Victoria Taft delivers an incisive analysis of escalating Middle Eastern maritime conflict, domestic political controversies, and courtroom drama: Iran SITREP & Economic Vise (Edmund Fitton-Brown): Former UN Sanctions Coordinator and FDD Senior Fellow Edmund Fitton-Brown breaks down the economic devastation inside Iran as the rial collapses, fuel queues grow, and citizens openly mock the IRGC on social media. Fitton-Brown addresses Iran's attempt to establish an exclusion checkpoint in the Strait of Hormuz, Oman's delicate diplomatic tightrope, and the broader erosion of international maritime law. 25 Years After 9/11 & The Terror Resurgence: Fitton-Brown reflects on global complacency post-9/11, Al-Qaeda's territorial expansion across Africa, and the catastrophic risk of terrorist elements destabilizing nuclear-armed Pakistan. Plus, Victoria reacts to Canadian broadcaster CBC initially barring the word "terrorist" to describe 9/11 attackers. NYC Mayor Mamdani's 9/11 Pen Scandal: Victoria exposes the outrage at New York City Hall, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani handed a ceremonial 9/11 executive order signing pen to chief counsel Ramzi Kassem—an attorney who previously defended high-ranking Al-Qaeda operatives. Caught by AirTag (Georgia Professor Busted): Hilarious police bodycam captures a Georgia college professor attempting to deceive officers after being tracked via AirTag for stealing local campaign signs from a public roundabout. The Lindsay Clancy Trial Deadlock: Victoria examines the second hung jury in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, dismantling the defense's postpartum depression claims and reviewing the historical 1954 Constance Fisher infanticide case. Listen now for sharp political analysis, investigative reporting, and foreign policy insights! Make sure to subscribe, share, and leave a 5-star review!

//The Wire//2300Z September 7, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: UNITED STATES ANNOUNCES EYE-FOR-AN-EYE TARGETING STRATEGY OF MERCHANT SHIPPING IN THE MIDDLE EAST. UKRAINE CONTINUES TARGETING OF MERCHANT SHIPPING IN MEDITERRANEAN SEA. PLANE CRASH OBSERVED AT MIAMI AIRPORT, MULTIPLE FATALITIES REPORTED.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-Middle East: Over the weekend, the general situation remained as before. This morning, Iranian forces reportedly launched two cruise missiles toward a merchant vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, with unknown success. Otherwise, CENTCOM announced that the M/T KYLO has sunk at undisclosed coordinates in the Gulf of Oman. In Saudi Arabia, Houthi attacks from this morning targeted the Jazan Refinery once again, with locals observing large smoke plumes in the vicinity of the facility.Analyst Comment: Jazan had just come back online after making repairs due to the latest round of Houthi strikes. Less than a week after the refinery was due to come back online, the Houthis hit it again.Lebanon: Israeli attacks have intensified with a new series of attacks being reported over the weekend. Significant bombing runs were reported throughout Nabatiyeh, mostly focusing on striking residential structures in the town of Kfar Rumman.Mediterranean: Overnight Ukrainian forces targeted a Russian cargo ship off the coast of Crete. The M/V LADY MARIIA was struck by Ukrainian drones while reportedly carrying a cargo of Iranian weapons, which Iran was allegedly attempting to export to Russia.-HomeFront-Florida: Yesterday evening a plane crash was reported at Miami International Airport, after a cargo aircraft overran the runway. Prime Air Flight 7598 (an Amazon cargo plane) made a rough landing on Runway 30, touching down farther down the runway than usual. The aircraft also possibly had issues with their left landing gear, as indicated by video evidence of the landing. The aircraft failed to stop in the allotted distance, and either overran or missed the Engineered Materials Arresting System (EMAS). Once off the runway, the aircraft skidded across NW 67th Avenue, striking multiple vehicles that were on the road. A total of 5x fatalities were reported, and several others wounded.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Following the intensification of airstrikes on commercial shipping over the weekend, the United States has altered the Commander's Intent with regards to the American targeting of commercial shipping. Per Secretary of War Hegseth, the United States will target Iranian noncombatant civilian ships for every attempt by Iran to strike an American warship.In terms of targeting doctrine, conducting kinetic strikes on civilian ships can be interpreted in several ways. Kinetically targeting a ship so as to disable it's movement due to noncompliance with boarding procedures in one's own territorial waters is normally considered acceptable under current international maritime norms. However, verbally stating that random noncombatants will be sunk for no other purpose than for revenge, is generally not in keeping with the Department of Defense Law of War Manual, which states on page 200 that "Combatants may make military objectives the object of attack, but may not direct attacks against civilians, civilian objects, or other protected persons and objects."The deliberate targeting of random civilian ships purely for reasons of revenge/reprisal and NOT for reasons of self-defense or due to Hostile Intent or Hostile Action, is a new milestone, and the public statements by Admiral Brad Cooper and SECWAR Hegseth don't leave much room for interpretation. Regardless of how anyone spins it, in every wartime publication that has been written thus far, this conflict has now transitioned into a state of Unrestricted Warfare, and the follow-on effects of this will probably result in very bad things happening in the very near future, as it becomes common to blur the lines between civilians and military targets.From Ukraine and Russia striking civilian ships in the Black Sea, to Iran and the United States striking civilian ships in the Middle East...in many cases civilians are no longer protected by the general norms of what it means to be a noncombatant. Of course, Iran has been striking civilian merchants this entire war, so this new policy from the Pentagon does not excuse their behavior. But, the overall impact of the United States engaging in an eye-for-an-eye targeting doctrine is going to be made worse, because Iran has already stated that they will be retaliating in kind.Reflecting back on what prompted this new targeting milestone, the theories have been circulating for a few days. Over the weekend however, both the Iranian government and CENTCOM have added some context for why the United States struck the three tankers on Friday. Cutting through the narratives on both sides, the most likely explanation is that the Iranians conducted a live-fire operational test of a new missile...and it got way too close for comfort for the U.S. Navy. CENTCOM confirmed that the USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) had to take evasive action to avoid the missile, which is a startling admission that is not normally disclosed publicly, as it is a major indicator that the missile penetrated the Aegis missile defense screen, and possibly entered the aircraft carrier's Terminal Defense Zone...which means it got really close. The missile that was tested has not been named by official sources, but the most likely candidate is the Qasem Basir Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile (ASBM), which was unveiled in March of last year. As to whether or not the Iranians were engaging in "testing" as they claim, or if that "test" was also intended to actually target the Washington, that would be something only confirmable with the radar track of the projectile itself. Regardless of what the intent was, this effort (and the American retaliation) will keep escalating the war at a time when the energy crisis is reaching new heights.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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The US is bringing a "proposal to end the war" to Russia and Ukraine - but hopes for progress towards peace are not high. President Trump's top envoys are visiting Kyiv after a "constructive" meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Also: evidence grows of Sudanese army using chemical weapons in civil war against RSF; the US ambassador to Israel visits Palestinian-Americans in the occupied West Bank; the White House releases retro arcade games with MAGA agenda; how habitat loss forces animals into our homes instead; Oman's bagpipers showcase their musical heritage; and gravediggers dig deep for world championship. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin meets US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, at the Kremlin in Moscow. Credit: Mikhail Metzel/Reuters

CAPTION 1888 DAMASCUSSyrian Integration Brings Hope and RiskAhmad Sharawi outlines regional developments in the Middle East, starting with a US-mediated agreement involving the IAEA and Syria to monitor nuclear material from the bombed Al-Kibar site. Although supervised by the IAEA, the material remaining in Syria poses a risk of theft or exploitation by neighbors. Sharawi also details the finalized integration of Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into the national military, granting Kurds citizenship and language rights while expanding state control to ninety-seven percent of Syrian territory. This satisfies Turkey by ending hopes of Kurdish autonomy. Finally, he notes impending US sanctions against Oman for sanctions-busting. (8)

CAPTION 1857 WALL STREET, 230 PM, PANICCONTENTS OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 9-1-2026Economic Strength Persists Despite Oil PressuresLiz Peek observes that while Wall Street is split on whether the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates in September, the American economy remains robust. Consumer spending is strong, small business profitability is at yearly highs, and hiring remains resilient. The primary economic headwind is rising oil prices fueled by the war in Iran. Additionally, she analyzes the investment potential of rebuilding Venezuela's ruined oil infrastructure, estimating it will take five years to yield significant production increases. Finally, Peek highlights how progressive groups like the Democratic Socialists of America and Chinese misinformation bots actively oppose crucial domestic data center development. (1)Russian Hybrid Attacks Destabilize European SecurityJudy Dempsey discusses European frustration over the unexpected presence of Russia's finance minister at a G20meeting, which highlighted a lack of communication within the transatlantic alliance. She details the Leipzig drone incident—a critical near-miss attack at a vital logistics hub for Ukraine—which is suspected to be a Russian hybrid operation. Dempsey explains how Russia leverages cyber and physical threats to instill fear, polarization, and anxiety among voters. This instability directly bolsters the populist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which capitalizes on eastern Germany's demographic decline, economic resentment, and euroskeptic nationalism. (2)Hidden Fiscal Challenges Facing Modern EconomiesJoseph Sternberg warns Americans about the hidden burdens of a Value Added Tax (VAT), a consumption tax common in Europe. Although pitched as simple, Sternberg argues that this tax creates immense compliance burdens for small businesses, requiring a full working week annually to administer. This complexity fosters a cash-based gray market to evade the tax. Furthermore, because the tax is concealed within product prices rather than added at checkout, politicians can easily hike rates without public outcry. Sternberg also contrasts Europe's expensive, highly regulated data center shortage with America's resistance to building the AI infrastructure crucial for its economic future. (3)Canada Navigates Trade Rupture With AmericaCharles Burton highlights the geopolitical fallout from the breakdown of US-Canada trade negotiations, which resulted in a fifty percent tariff penalty on Canada. This dispute sparked a surge of anti-American nationalism, boosting political support for Mark Carney, particularly in Quebec over French-language protection concerns. Consequently, Canada is rapidly diversifying its trade away from the United States, aligning closer with China and the European Union. Burton warns that Beijing stands to benefit immensely, offering trade access if Canada ceases opposing Chinese geostrategic interests, while Ottawa prioritizes west coast pipelines to ship oil directly to China. (4)Global Chaos Drives Rise of NationalismGregory Copley outlines how global actors leverage chaos to achieve strategic goals, noting China's aggressive attempts to disrupt the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau due to Taiwan's participation. Beijing's hostile diplomacy also targets Eswatini, Africa's sole state recognizing Taiwan, to strip Taiwan of international support. Copley notes that energy security is governed by transportation bottlenecks, highlighting the strategic importance of Cuban cobalt for future energy storage. Finally, he explains how uncontrolled migration and Russian hybrid operations drive resurgent European nationalism, prompting a breakdown of supranational systems like the European Union. He also touches on British royal dynamics. (5)Frustrated Voters Navigate Challenging Midterm DynamicsThaddeus McCotter interprets midterm election polling, explaining how the president's approval rating influences independent voters seeking checks and balances in Congress. He notes that high, near-identical disapproval ratings for both major parties reflect widespread voter frustration with outdated governing paradigms. Rather than outright anger, Americans are frustrated by the lack of sane, competent governance and positive, aspirational platforms. McCotter highlights how voters connect abstract foreign policies, such as ongoing operations in Iran, directly to their daily lives and pocketbooks through tangible domestic indicators like high gasoline prices. (6)University Core Curriculum Reform Offers PromisePeter Berkowitz discusses university core curriculum reform, pointing to a promising new proposal at the University of Texas at Austin. He argues that traditional core curricula fail because tenured faculty prioritize narrow research interests over student needs, leaving graduates without a foundational understanding of Western civilization, American political ideas, or global cultures. Under UT Austin's top-down initiative, the curriculum is divided into arts and humanities, social sciences, and STEM, offering deep introductions to major issues. Berkowitz contrasts this structured reform with conventional systems that students merely view as arbitrary academic hoops. (7)Syrian Integration Brings Hope and RiskAhmad Sharawi outlines regional developments in the Middle East, starting with a US-mediated agreement involving the IAEA and Syria to monitor nuclear material from the bombed Al-Kibar site. Although supervised by the IAEA, the material remaining in Syria poses a risk of theft or exploitation by neighbors. Sharawi also details the finalized integration of Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into the national military, granting Kurds citizenship and language rights while expanding state control to ninety-seven percent of Syrian territory. This satisfies Turkey by ending hopes of Kurdish autonomy. Finally, he notes impending US sanctions against Oman for sanctions-busting. (8)

Iran and the US exchange fire for the first time in a month. The US said it destroyed two Iranian launchers on a small island in the Strait of Hormuz as they were preparing to deploy sea-mine rockets. Iranian state media later said Iran had responded with ballistic missile strikes on two US-operated airbases in Jordan. Also: As teams from Nepal, India and China work to reach people trapped by Wednesday's flash floods in the Himalayas, Chinese police say they've taken action against ten people for allegedly exaggerating the numbers of dead. In Korea the leader of the controversial Unification Church, otherwise known as The Moonies, has been sentenced to two years in prison. Han Hak-ja was found guilty of bribing South Korea's former first lady - the wife of the now ousted Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol - by giving her two Chanel bags and a diamond necklace worth nearly $60,000. And, scientists at a university in Australia are rearing an echidna hoping that the rare, egg laying mammal will help them answer fundamental questions about the evolution of pregnancy in other mammals.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 31, 2026. Credit: Reuters

The US has bombed Iranian launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz - the first known attack in weeks. Tehran has launched retaliatory strikes against American bases in Jordan. Also: rescue efforts intensify after Nepal-Tibet flood; Russia is accused of targeting cultural sites in Ukraine; NASA launches its space telescope; a zoo reopens in Gaza's Khan Younis; and the best movies of the summer. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight.Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories.Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment.Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.ukPhoto: Ships and boats on the Strait of Hormuz, Oman, 29th April 2026 Credit: Reuters

Saagar and Ryan discuss Iran and Oman making a deal for full control of the Strait, Trump lashing out at Canada with his Lake America imagery, and China refusing to comply with Economic D Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.