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God is committed to your freedom. In "Green Light At The Red Sea," Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church shows us just how far God is willing to go to set us free.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

What if the problem in front of you is actually hiding an opportunity you haven't seen yet?I've been thinking a lot about how we see things because the way you see a situation can completely change how you respond to it. We're living in a time where there is so much uncertainty. AI is changing industries, markets are shifting, businesses are adjusting, and it would be really easy to look around and see nothing but problems.But here's what I believe: opportunities almost always come disguised as problems.In this episode of The You Are More Podcast, I'm talking about the story of the twelve spies and something that has been challenging me personally. Twelve people looked at the exact same Promised Land. They saw the same giants, the same obstacles, and the same circumstances. Ten came back convinced they couldn't do it. Two looked at those same giants and said, “We are well able. Let's go possess.”That's the difference perspective can make.Faith doesn't mean pretending the giant isn't there. It means refusing to make the giant bigger than God.I'm also sharing something that happened to me recently when I found myself talking about everything that felt hard—the uphill battles, the weariness, the things that weren't moving the way I wanted them to. Sometimes you need to get those things out, but I also knew I couldn't stay there. If all I rehearse are problems, eventually problems are all I'm going to see.So I had to ask myself: How am I seeing this?Maybe that's the question you need to ask too.When you don't know what to do, ask God for wisdom. When you're sitting in the boardroom and the answers aren't coming, ask Him. When the relationship feels tangled, ask Him. When the circumstances in front of you say there is no way, remember that you carry the divine genius of God on the inside of you.You do not have to figure everything out in your own strength.And when you start questioning whether you can move forward, go back and rehearse your victories. One of my dear friends used to tell me, “Amy, you and God have a good track record.”Maybe you need to remind yourself of your own track record with Him.Remember the door He opened. Remember the provision. Remember the thing you thought would never work out. Remember the season you weren't sure you would survive.Then take another step.When the Israelites were standing at the Red Sea with Pharaoh behind them, mountains around them, and water in front of them, God told them to go forward.Sometimes you don't need to see the entire path. You just need to move.In this episode, I'm also talking about why your perspective affects your words, your emotions, and ultimately your actions; how fear can sometimes disguise itself as wisdom; why timing and seasons matter; what Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego teach us about walking through the fire; and why sometimes you simply need to get your fight back.I think about David standing in front of Goliath. Everyone else saw an impossible problem. David remembered the lion. He remembered the bear. He remembered what God had already brought him through.He had history.And so do you.If you've been weary, uncertain, or beaten down by what's happening around you, I want this episode to help you get your “God's got me” back.God is not caught off guard by what you're facing. He has already gone before you. You don't have to navigate this season alone.So ask yourself:How am I seeing it?Am I only seeing the problem, or am I looking for the possibility?Am I staring at the giant, or am I remembering who is with me?Sometimes the opportunity has been hiding inside the problem the entire time.Keep moving. Keep believing. Keep walking.✨ Join me every Thursday morning at 6:00 AM Central for my 30-minute Zoom Bible study. You can find the link on my socials or at YouAreMore.com.And if this episode encouraged you, share it with somebody who needs it, subscribe to The You Are More Podcast, and leave me a five-star review.You carry great purpose. You carry great destiny.You truly are more.Connect With Us:Website: https://www.youaremore.comJoin The 6AM Club Bible Study! Bible Study: https://www.youaremore.com/bible-study Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity https://youaremorepodcast.com/store Social Media: Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/youaremorepodcast and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amywienands/ Email: amy@amywienands.comEpisode Minute By Minute:00:50 – How Do You See the Situation?02:05 – Opportunities Come Disguised as Problems02:30 – The 12 Spies: Problem or Possibility?04:00 – Stop Rehearsing the Problem05:10 – Ask God to Show You How to See It05:45 – You Carry Divine Wisdom07:00 – Rehearse Your Victories08:10 – Go Forward09:05 – Timing, Seasons & Knowing When to Move10:00 – Your Perspective Changes Everything11:20 – Walking Through the Fire12:25 – What Is Your Power Source?13:35 – God Has Already Gone Before You15:10 – David, Goliath & Getting Your Fight Back17:10 – Get Your “God's Got Me” Back18:00 – Keep WalkingBe intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more! 

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

MOVE – Faith Takes Action (4)Sermon Title: Move Forward – Faith Refuses to Go BackWednesday, September 23, 2026God didn't bring you this far to take you backward. When He says “Go forward,” faith refuses to let fear send it back.In this fourth message of the MOVE, Faith Takes Action series, we continue the journey from taking the first step, to staying faithful, to leaving behind what cannot go forward. Now the challenge is clear: MOVE FORWARD.The Israelites stood at the Red Sea with the past behind them and an impossible, looking obstacle in front of them. Fear made them want to return to Egypt, but God had already brought them out, and He was calling them forward.Exodus 14:13–15 reminds us that there is a time to stand firm and trust God, but there is also a time when God says, “GO FORWARD!”FAITH REFUSES TO GO BACKFear can make familiar bondage look safer than unfamiliar freedom. But God doesn't call us to keep returning to what He has already delivered us from.Isaiah 43:18–19 reminds us not to dwell on the former things because God is doing a new thing and making a way where there seems to be no way.This message challenges us to stop romanticizing the past, stop revisiting what God has brought us through, and recognize that what's in front of us is greater than what's behind us.Through the story of the Red Sea and the words of Philippians 3:13–14, we are reminded to:• Forget what lies behind.• Strain forward to what lies ahead.• Press on toward God's calling.You may not be where you want to be yet, but thank God, you're not where you used to be.WHAT DOES FORWARD LOOK LIKE?Moving forward may look different for each of us:• Maintaining a healthy boundary.• Refusing to revisit an offense you've already released.• Continuing the financial discipline you've begun.• Serving even when nobody applauds.• Renewing your mind.• Applying for the opportunity.• Having the conversation.• Forgiving.• Starting again after a setback.• Refusing to mentally return to what God has already brought you through.Your step may feel small, but forward is forward.You don't have to cross the entire wilderness tonight. Just obey God with what's in front of you.Faith Takes Action. Faith Keeps Moving. Faith Leaves It Behind. And Faith Refuses to Go Back.Wherever God is leading you, choose to trust Him, follow Him, and MOVE FORWARD.

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

NOT SOLID ROCK: RADAR HITS NOAHS ARK SITE— Andrew Jones Drills Durupınar Live on Take Your Power BackThey said Durupınar was just a hill. They said it was bedrock. They said Genesis was a children's story. Today on the Take Your Power Back Show, Kim Yeater sits down with Andrew Jones of Noah's Ark Scans — nearly 30 years on the boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey.1959 flyover. Life magazine 1960. Ron Wyatt's fight. 2019 radar. 2026 cores. A length that matches 300 cubits. A scan that does not read like solid rock. A drill bit that broke on something harder than limestone. Watch the full episode. Then come back next week: Mary Nell Wyatt — Ron's wife — and the rest of the discoveries. Red Sea. Sinai. Sodom. The Ark of the Covenant claims.Watch: https://Rumble.com/TakeYourPowerBackShow/live Share, Like, Donate & Subscribe at: TakeYourPowerBackShow.comNoahsArkScans.com#TakeYourPowerBack #TakeYourPowerBackShow #KimYeater #AndrewJones #NoahsArk #NoahsArkScans #Durupinar #DurupinarSite #MountArarat #EasternTurkey #RonWyatt #MaryNellWyatt #LifeMagazine1960 #GroundPenetratingRadar #CoreDrilling #BiblicalArchaeology #Genesis6 #ThreeHundredCubits #NotSolidRock #RadarDiscovery #ArkHunt #FaithAndScience #BibleIsHistory #NextWeekMaryNellWyatt #PatriotsMade #FreedomSteaksNow #MyPillow Connect with Us: • Website: TakeYourPowerBackShow.com • Rumble: rumble.com/c/TakeYourPowerBackShow • Live Stream: rumble.com/TakeYourPowerBackShow/live • All Podcast Platforms: https://takeyourpowerbackshow.buzzsprout.com/Audio Podcasts •Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-your-power-back-show/id1516694402 •Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AHeVO9xI2ZeSGb62tlKj2 •iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/953-take-your-power-back-show-341694025• Social Media: o X: @realkimyeater o Facebook: kimberlyyeater o Instagram: Takeyourpowerback_kimyeater o TikTok: takeyourpowerbackshow • Email: TYPBProducer@gmail.com Related Movement: TakeOurCaliforniaBack.com | TakeOurElectionsBack.com | TakeOurBordeBack.com Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Lord, Seal September with Favor, Speed, And Open Doors! "You crown the year with Your goodness, and Your paths drip with abundance." Psalm 65:11 What if September does not end as a reminder of what was delayed, but as a testimony of what God completed, restored, and set in motion? Beloved, the Lord is able to seal this month with favor that cannot be denied, speed that cannot be explained, and doors that no person can shut. You may have entered this month carrying questions, waiting for answers, or fighting battles no one else could see. Yet God has not forgotten your labor, your tears, or your prayers. As this month closes, lift your eyes. The same God who brought you this far is able to crown your ending with His goodness. God is not limited by the calendar, the deadline, or the report that seems final. He can cause goodness to meet you at the end of any season. Think of Israel leaving Egypt: behind them was Pharaoh's army, and ahead of them was the Red Sea. But the Lord went before them. He made a way where there was no way, turning an impossible barrier into a pathway of deliverance (Exodus 14:21–22). The doors God opens may not always look familiar at first, but they lead according to His purpose. Isaiah 58:11 says, "The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail." Take this truth into your personal life today. Bring every unfinished matter to the Lord: the application still awaiting a response, the family burden, the health concern, the dream that feels delayed, the ministry assignment, and the private prayer you have prayed through tears. Do not surrender your expectation because the month is ending. Ask God for wisdom to recognize the doors He is opening and courage to walk through them. You do not have to enter the next season empty, exhausted, or afraid. The Lord will guide you. He will refresh you. He will strengthen you for what He has prepared. I declare over you: this September will be sealed with the fingerprints of God's favor. May delayed answers begin to move according to God's perfect will. May divine connections locate you. May clarity replace confusion, peace guard your heart, and holy momentum rise wherever you have felt stuck. Like Israel, you will not remain trapped between what is behind you and what stands before you. By faith, take the next obedient step—send the message, complete the task, make the call, forgive the offense, submit the application, return to prayer, and trust God with the outcome. Amen. Psalm 67:6 says, "The earth has yielded its harvest; God, our God, blesses us." Amen. Prayer for the Day!Father, in the mighty name of Jesus, crown this month with Your goodness. Seal September with divine favor, holy acceleration, and continual open doors. Where Your child has faced delay, bring Your perfect timing and clear direction. Where there has been weariness, renew strength. Where there has been confusion, release wisdom and peace. Launch us into this new quarter with hearts full of faith, hands ready to serve, and feet prepared to walk through every door You open. https://maglife.org

The Cardinals battled back from a 23-6 deficit but ultimately fell 36-30 to the 49ers in Santa Clara. Craig Grialou, Zach Gershman and former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander break down what went wrong early, including 10 penalties for 86 yards, missed opportunities in the red zone and a defense that struggled to get off the field when it mattered most. The crew also examines Jeremiyah Love's first game as the Cardinals' lead back, the offense's lack of explosive plays, and the need for more pressure defensively. Plus, the guys give an early preview of what the Cardinals can expect from the New York Giants in Week 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is digging in on the blockade of Iranian ports, making it clear to negotiators that the US will not budge without major concessions on Iran's nuclear program. On today's episode of Iran: the Latest, Roland Oliphant speaks to Michael Knights, a military historian and security consultant who has spent time in Yemen and the wider region, about news of talks to end the war and the rationale behind Trump's stance on the Strait of Hormuz. They also discuss why the Houthis are winning in Yemen - and how to stop them. Michael explains how a heavily funded, Western-trained Saudi military failed to stop the Iran-backed insurgent force, the importance of the UAE's absence, and why growing ties between the Houthis and Somalia's Al-Shabaab threaten the Red Sea chokepoint.Plus, confusion reigns after the US says a “foreign actor” was involved in the incident at UK airbase RAF Fairford and Trump says the suspects shouldn't have been released on bail. HighlightsTrump digs in on Iran blockade over Strait of HormuzHow the Houthis outmaneuvered Saudi Arabia in YemenCONTRIBUTORS:Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphantMichael Knights, military historian and head of research Horizon Engage @MikeknightsiraqWATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnf_DDTfIVAif-vifC6F2aoPB8GIw6dkCONTENT REFERENCED:RAF base terror plot ‘clearly involved' foreign actor, claims Rubiohttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/09/28/donald-trump-raf-fairford-terror-suspects-bailed-police/ RAF plot ‘may have been a dry run'https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/29/raf-fairford-plot-may-have-been-a-dry-run/Afrah Abdulaziz Al-Zouba: A new terrorist axis has arisen, covering both sides of the Red Seahttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/29/a-new-terrorist-axis-has-arisen-red-sea/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 2026Producers: Peter Shevlin and Max Bower Researcher and Social Producer: Anna HindmarshStudio Operator: Andy WatsonExecutive Producer: Venetia Rainey ► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditor► EMAIL US: Contact the team on battlelines@telegraph.co.uk► GET THE LATEST HEADLINES: Find all our latest Iran coverage here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/iran-war/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send me a text – I always love hearing from you! ✨You ever wish God would just crack open the future for five seconds so you could peek in? I do too, and that longing is exactly why the Old Testament hits differently when you're parenting, marriaging, and trying to be steady while life feels uncertain. We start with the big story of Scripture, creation, the fall, and the promise God makes to Abraham, then follow that promise through generations of imperfect people. We watch a pattern emerge: God never stops working, even when the middle chapters look like chaos. Then we bring it into everyday motherhood. That's where the God of the rescue becomes more than a Bible concept, He becomes our anchor. We end at the Red Sea, where fear is real, options are gone, and God makes a way, reminding us that faith isn't knowing how the story ends, it's knowing who's writing it. If this encouraged you, subscribe so you don't miss what's next, share it with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review so more moms can find the show.Support the showFollow on Instagram & Facebook Support this PodcastVisit the Website

Yemen's Houthi rebels have further complicated any chance at restoring global security and trade in the Middle East, after taking control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait and Yemen's Red Sea coastline. They've since attacked numerous Saudi Arabian ships trying to pass through, as well as launched drone attacks into country. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has asked US President Trump for help, but Trump has ruled out US airstrikes, rather offering intelligence and other supports. Host Caryn Ceolin speaks to Peter Bates, a former Canadian Foreign Service Officer and Fellow with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, to discuss what the Houthis are after, what Iran has to gain, and whether or not Trump will rethink the US' involvement. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

06 Red Sea Faith by New Grace

Where did the Jews sleep BEFORE they crossed the Red Sea?

With Ukrainian attacks limiting Russian refining capacity and the Persian Gulf conflict restricting exports through Hormuz and the Red Sea, a diesel shortage is imminent. Join the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/PeterZeihan Full Newsletter: https://bit.ly/4ybp1Mr

Macron sends troops to Red Sea after Saudis ask for help. How will Houthis respond? How will Iran respond? Did Trump refuse the Saudis because he knew Europe was ready to fight? Hear analysis from voices in Europe, Iran and Israel.

What if the wilderness isn't just something you're going through, but something God is growing you through?This week, Pastor Gregg continues our Exodus series through Exodus 15:22–27. Just three days after watching God part the Red Sea, Israel finds themselves in the wilderness with nothing to drink. Their worship quickly turns to grumbling, and the God they trusted at the Red Sea suddenly feels harder to trust at Marah.In this message, we discover that the wilderness has a way of revealing what's inside of us. Trials expose where our trust really lies, but they can also become places where God forms our faith. Instead of only asking, “God, why is this happening?” maybe there's a better question: “God, what are You teaching me?”If you're walking through a difficult season, asking God to change your circumstances, or struggling to trust Him when you can't see what He's doing, this message is for you. Don't waste your wilderness.We hope that you enjoy this series! Subscribe if you haven't already to stay up to date with what we've got going on here at Creekside Church!Insta: creeksidechurchnpCheck out our website! creekside.church

Recapping Donald Trump’s Iran Annihilation speech at the U.N. General Assembly in NY. 72 Delegates walk out during Benjamin Netanyahou’s speech. Genocide in the 21st Century, (Gaza). Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz and the Houti’s control the Red Sea and the Bab el Mandeb Strait. Saudi Oil is NOT being exported. The Saudi’s export 6.5 to 6.7 Million Barrels of oil a day. A price hike on Gasoline and Diesel is coming very soon. High enough to collapse our economy.

Exposing Donald Trump’s Lies on who controls the Strait of Hormuz, and the Red Sea. Saudi Oil has been halted to export, which means they will be shutting down their refinery. The Oil Shortage,(around the world), is about to really hit hard. Shutting down the Saudi Arabia Refinery will take 2 to 3 months to start back up, if the threat subsides. The Saudi’s ship approx 6.5 to 6.7 Million Barrels Per Day. The Red Sea is controlled by the Houti’s in association with the Iranians who control the Strait of Hormuz. Will those nations hit the hardest with an oil shortage push Trump to end his war on Iran? Hardships are coming. S.

Attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia are putting Turkey's new defence pact with the kingdom to its first major test – forcing Ankara to weigh support for its ally against the risk of being drawn deeper into the conflict. Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on 7 August, committing themselves to the principle that an attack on one is an attack on all. The three countries' military chiefs met in the Saudi capital on Friday, a day after the Iran-backed Houthis launched their latest barrage of missiles targeting Riyadh and Saudi Aramco oil facilities in Yanbu. In recent weeks, Saudi Arabia has reported intercepting numerous Houthi drone and ballistic missile attacks from neighbouring Yemen. The military chiefs discussed intelligence sharing, military coordination and integrating their capabilities, Saudi and Pakistani statements said. Turkey's defence ministry did not comment on the meeting. Erdogan hints at larger nuclear partnership with Russia, unsettling Turkey's allies Saudi expectations Turkey has so far stopped short of committing itself to military action. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said this month that Ankara was looking into providing what he called “technical support”, without elaborating on what that could involve. Saudi Arabia could look to Turkey for air defence systems, counter-drone technology, radars and maritime security, given the expertise and capabilities of the Turkish military and defence industry, said Amed Khuzaie of the Washington-based think tank N7 Foundation. “The Mecca Agreement pact will prove its vitality and importance only if it's deemed to be functional,” Khuzaie told RFI. The Riyadh meeting followed talks in New York on Thursday involving the Saudi and Turkish foreign ministers and Pakistan's deputy prime minister and foreign minister on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. Turkish media citing foreign ministry sources said the meeting focused on ongoing “technical negotiations”. But providing support to Saudi Arabia could expose Turkey to retaliation from the Houthis. “By God, if Turkey and Pakistan become involved, we will strike them with an iron fist,” Mohammed al-Bukhaiti, a senior member of the Houthis, said in an Iraqi television interview. Turkey seeks Black Sea shipping deal as attacks threaten grain trade Risk of retaliation The warning should be taken seriously given the Houthis' military presence around the Bab al-Mandeb strait, a critical waterway linking the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, explained Amed Nagi, a Yemen expert at the International Crisis Group. “[The Houthis] targeted US and UK shipping in the Red Sea,” Nagi said. “They could do the same beyond [that] to the Gulf of Aden, because we know Turkey is very active in the Horn of Africa. "So I think these are the areas that the Houthis will think about if there is any sort of retaliation against Turkey.” In 2024, the Houthis attacked US military and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, damaging the Gibraltar Eagle bulk carrier with a cruise missile and sinking the British-linked cargo ship MV Rubymar. Saudi Arabia could also look to Israel for support if its new partners do not provide what it needs, Khuzaie said. “Who has better intelligence in the region than the Israelis today?” he said. “Diversifying resources, if one fails you, you have another side that could assist.” The risks for Ankara go beyond possible Houthi retaliation. Turkey must also manage its relationship with Iran, which backs the Yemeni group. “It is not in the interest of Turkey to have a direct confrontation with any actor in the region, and the Houthis have become a proxy of Iran; Turkey doesn't want a confrontation with Iran directly," said Bilgehan Alagoz, an international relations professor at Istanbul's Marmara University. "Turkey is trying to solve the issue from a diplomatic point of view.” In a joint statement last week, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Egypt said that dialogue and diplomacy were the only sustainable way to resolve the region's conflicts, while affirming Saudi Arabia's right to defend itself under international law. Fidan met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in New York on Friday. Fidan later said they discussed Iran's negotiations with the United States and conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but that diplomatic efforts had yet to produce a breakthrough. What the SDF's dissolution means for Syria's Kurds and neighbouring Turkey Iran balancing act The diplomatic efforts come as Turkey's relationship with Iran faces other strains. Turkey-based international relations analyst Soli Ozel said Ankara has for decades walked a “fine line” between rivalry and cooperation with Tehran while balancing its relationships with Iran and Western allies, particularly the United States. Turkey's banking regulator recently revoked the operating licence of Iran's Bank Mellat branch in Istanbul, although the official notice did not say the move was intended to enforce US sanctions. The US Treasury also said Ankara had agreed after talks with Washington to stop flights by Iran's Mahan Air as part of efforts to comply with US measures against Tehran. Three Turkish airlines also suspended flights to Iran. Turkish authorities have also repeatedly accused Iran of hostile operations inside the country, including assassinations and abductions of Iranian dissidents. In January, security forces arrested six people suspected of spying for Iran and gathering information about the Incirlik air base, which is used by US forces. Becoming involved in the conflict against the Houthis could upset Ankara's already delicate relationship with Tehran, Ozel told RFI. “The Iranians who actually have a lot of [intelligence] capabilities in Turkey, we've seen that before, then you find yourself in a hot or cold war,” he said.

Recounting the story of the Exodus of the Hebrew people from Egypt and the crossing of the Red Sea, this song is set to the English tune ‘The Snow it Melts the Soonest' proclaims God's compassion despite the people's continued rebellion and doubt. Telling the tale plainly and with a slightly ominous tone, this Psalm invites us to confess our own propensity to turn away, even when God has done great things for us.Continue your reflections with the accompanying journal, which includes further questions for reflection and some invitations to prayer and practice.Paid subscribers receive a free journal PDF, or you can purchase a paperback versionVisit the Celtic Psalms website for scores/books, mp3s, CDs, and videos for Banks of the NileFind out more about the Habits for the Spirit course: an 8-week online course exploring habits and daily spiritual practices to promote wellbeing in body, mind, and spiritFollow Kiran's monthly reflections on Bless My FeetPsalms for the Spirit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psalmsforthespirit.substack.com/subscribe

There Is Hope in the Lord What do you do when you find yourself in the middle of a storm, a crisis, or a season that feels like it will never end? In this powerful message from Praise Chapel Las Vegas, Pastor Art Corral reminds us that there is hope in the Lord—and that hope is not wishful thinking, but a confident trust in God and His promises. Drawing from Jeremiah 29, Pastor Art encourages us not to give up, but to keep moving forward, keep praying, and keep trusting God. Through the stories of Paul and Silas in prison, Moses at the Red Sea, and Shammah standing his ground in the face of an enemy, we are reminded that God has a history of showing up in the darkest moments. Our circumstances may change. We may face trials, disappointment, loss, and hardship, but our hope in Jesus is eternal. When we pray and worship in the middle of our midnight hour, God can shake the foundations of our circumstances and bring freedom where there once were chains. If you're facing a difficult season today, don't give up. God has not forgotten you. There is still a future, there is still a purpose, and there is still hope in the Lord. Listen and be encouraged to stand firm, seek God, and keep moving forward—because it's not over yet.

Bishop Jim's insightful messages help others find THEIR METRON through M~otivation E~nlightenment T~ranscendence R~enewal O~utreach and N~etworking Learn more: www.bishinthenow.com Follow Jim Swilley on Youtube to see the videos live Sundays at 11:11 am – https://www.youtube.com/bishinthenow In Part 3 of “If Your Eye Is Single,” Bishop Jim Swilley continues exploring mindset as the internal “setting” through which we interpret our lives. His central argument is that many things traditionally understood as spiritual warfare, strongholds, demons, and adversaries can also be understood as patterns of thought that oppose our purpose and distort our perception. Rather than arguing with an unhealthy setting, we can recognize it, change it, and consciously choose a different response. Through Scripture, personal stories, and unconventional interpretations of biblical imagery, Bishop Jim emphasizes that transformation happens when we stop surrendering authority to inherited beliefs, fear, past experiences, or negative thinking and begin examining the mental settings through which we interpret reality. Difficulty may still come, but our response determines what that difficulty produces in us. Main Takeaways Your mindset functions like a setting. Bishop Jim compares mindset to the settings on a phone, computer, car, or thermostat. When the setting produces the wrong result, arguing with it accomplishes nothing; the setting itself has to change. You are not obligated to believe everything you think. Some thoughts are temporary, while others have become deeply established because of childhood experiences, religious teaching, relationships, trauma, or repeated reinforcement. Recognizing that a thought exists does not require accepting it as truth. Strongholds can be understood as entrenched patterns of thought. Bishop Jim connects Paul's language about spiritual warfare with Paul's instruction about “casting down imaginations” and bringing thoughts into obedience. 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 becomes a major framework for understanding the battle as something occurring within perception and thought. Scripture can reveal truth beyond strict literalism. Much of the message explores biblical stories symbolically rather than exclusively historically. Adam and Eve, Noah, Moses, Pharaoh, the Red Sea, Daniel's Prince of Persia, and other images become ways of discussing consciousness, fear, ego, adversity, transformation, and spiritual awakening. Adversarial thoughts can become your “devil.” Bishop Jim points to the basic idea of an adversary and applies it internally: a thought that continually works against your purpose can function as an adversarial force within your life. This reframes spiritual warfare as recognizing and confronting thoughts that continually undermine who you are becoming. Pressure can reveal abilities you did not know you possessed. Moses standing between Pharaoh and the Red Sea becomes an image of those moments when the only way forward is through. Sometimes we discover what we can do precisely because circumstances leave us no alternative. Stop asking only, “Why is this happening to me?” A more transformative question is: What can this teach me? How can this make me stronger? Bishop Jim uses his upcoming shoulder replacement and current pain as an example of deliberately changing the meaning attached to a difficult experience. Eventually, you have to take ownership of your response. What happened to you may genuinely have been caused by someone else. But continuing to surrender control of your present life to that event keeps the old setting active. We cannot necessarily control what happens, but we have significant influence over how we respond. Feelings do not have to be denied to change your mindset. Bishop Jim specifically acknowledges allowing himself to feel disappointment, pain, or frustration rather than suppressing it. The goal is not pretending something is good; it is refusing to remain mentally trapped there. Repentance can mean changing your thinking. In this framework, repentance becomes the recognition that a way of thinking is no longer producing life and choosing another way to perceive the situation. Key Scriptures Matthew 6:22–23 — “If your eye be single…” The foundational text of the series. Bishop Jim interprets the “single” or healthy eye in terms of healthy perception: when perception changes, what we experience becomes filled with light. Romans 15:4 — Scripture was written for instruction so that through endurance and its encouragement we might maintain hope. 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — The weapons of our warfare are not carnal; they pull down strongholds, cast down imaginations, and bring thoughts into obedience. This is one of the clearest biblical connections to the message's emphasis on mindset. Daniel 10 — The Prince of Persia becomes an image Bishop Jim uses for entrenched thoughts that seem to delay or resist truths already known within the spirit. Exodus 14 — Moses and the Red Sea illustrate the capacity that can emerge when circumstances force us beyond what we previously believed we could do. Psalm 112:7 — The person whose heart is established is not afraid of bad news. Psalm 138:8 — “The Lord will perfect that which concerns me.” Bishop Jim describes this as one of the truths that became deeply established in his own thinking. Romans 8:28 — “All things work together for good…” The message emphasizes developing a mindset capable of looking for transformation even within difficulty. Romans 12:2 — “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” This captures the larger theme of changing the internal settings through which life is perceived. Philippians 4:7 — The “peace that passes understanding” illustrates an inner experience that can transcend the apparent logic of circumstances. John 16:33 — “In the world you will have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” Quote from Bishop Jim Swilley “You're not obligated to believe everything you think.” — Bishop Jim Swilley That line captures the heart of this installment: thoughts can be examined rather than automatically obeyed. A mindset may have been established years ago and remained silently active—like an alarm setting waiting until 3:00 a.m. to reveal itself. Becoming conscious of the setting gives us the opportunity to change it. Another line that strongly captures the closing movement of the message is: “I'm going to start declaring the end from the beginning. I'm going to prophesy my own resurrection.” — Bishop Jim Swilley The message ultimately moves from examining inherited beliefs to consciously choosing expectation: I will get through this. I will learn from this. I will become stronger. This circumstance does not get to write the ending of my story.

1911 VOYAGE TO THE ARCTICCONTENTS JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-24-2026Political Shifts Threaten European StabilityAnatol Lieven analyzes political instability in Germany following regional elections where right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) and radical left parties gained significant support. He explains that voter discontent stems from economic stagnation, high energy costs, decaying infrastructure, and migration concerns rather than Russiandisinformation. The rise of anti-establishment parties threatens to make German coalition governance increasingly impossible. Furthermore, energy vulnerability across Britain and continental Europe amplifies domestic instability, while potential American restrictions on diesel exports worsen European energy security. Lieven notes that these mounting domestic pressures may ultimately force European leaders to reconsider long-term financial and military commitments toward Ukraine. (1)Middle East Standoff Threatens SecurityJonathan Schanzer evaluates the ongoing geopolitical conflict between the United States and Iran. He details how Tehran relies on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps asymmetric tactics and proxy groups to choke off vital maritime trade routes, aiming to strain the American economy and influence domestic US politics. Schanzer notes that Russia and China covertly support Iran's campaign to keep American military resources entangled abroad. Additionally, escalating Houthi attacks in Yemen threaten Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure and Red Sea shipping, while upcoming Israelielections will determine the trajectory of military operations in Gaza and regional strategy against hostile Iranian state proxy forces. (2)Inconsistent Trade Policies Cause ConfusionVeronique de Rugy critiques the tariff strategies of Donald Trump's second presidential term, contrasting them with his earlier China-focused policies. She argues that recent tariff measures lack ideological coherence, misuse national security justifications, and penalize traditional democratic allies like Canada and European nations while granting temporary truces to China. De Rugy points out contradictions in revenue promises, explaining that protective tariffs suppress import volume needed to generate pledged public dividend payouts. Furthermore, she questions confusing national security exemptions, such as taxing semiconductor export revenue from China rather than enforcing complete bans, illustrating internal policy ambiguity in current trade strategy. (3)US Policy Ignores Venezuelan DemocracyMary Anastasia O'Grady criticizes the US administration's policy toward Venezuela following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. She argues that Washington prioritizes short-term oil access and economic stability over genuine democratic legitimacy by backing interim leader Delcy Rodríguez while preventing opposition leader María Corina Machado from returning. O'Grady stresses that Rodríguez lacks democratic backing and continues operating a repressive police state complete with political prisoners and paramilitary enforcers. She asserts that granting non-transparent petroleum contracts to foreign firms without restoring constitutional governance undermines Venezuela's long-term institutional recovery, delays required free elections, and compromises democratic principles across the entire Latin American region. (4)Orbital Data Centers Power AIJoe Pistritto and David Livingston: Pistritto examines the technological feasibility and strategic benefits of placing massive AI data centers into low Earth and sun-synchronous orbits. He explains that orbital platforms offer uninterrupted solar energy, eliminate terrestrial water consumption, and avoid local political resistance. Utilizing heavy-lift rockets like SpaceX's Starship, commercial space companies plan to launch large satellite constellations weighing three tons each by the mid-2030s. While confronting operational engineering hurdles such as space debris avoidance, atmospheric re-entry disposal, and specialized high-temperature microchips, Pistritto envisions future infrastructure expansion eventually extending toward lunar resources and Lagrange points to overcome terrestrial launch constraints. (5)Historic Whaleship Wreck Inspires LiteratureEric Jay Dolin discusses his historical book recounting the 1832 shipwreck of the New Bedford whaling vessel Mentorin Palau's Caroline Islands. He details how Captain Edward Barnard and his crew navigated perilous Pacific waters, interacted with Palauan islanders, and managed complex local conflicts between rival regional chiefdoms. Dolin explains how mariners' survival accounts and encounters inspired famous nineteenth-century South Seas literature, including Herman Melville's Moby-Dick. The narrative traces the crew's subsequent drift to the isolated island of Tobi, their eventual enslavement, Barnard's controversial escape aboard a passing Spanish merchant ship, and the ongoing debates surrounding his crew's abandonment. (6)Latin American Security Challenges UnfoldEvan Ellis analyzes key political, economic, and security developments across Latin America. In Brazil, a presidential contest between incumbent Lula da Silva and challenger Flavio Bolsonaro hinges on opposing economic philosophies, corruption scandals, and foreign policy alignments. Regarding Venezuela, Ellis outlines a dystopian political landscape where US engagement with interim leader Delcy Rodríguez sidelines democratically elected opposition leaders Edmundo González and María Corina Machado. Furthermore, he evaluates delayed US-Mexico trade negotiations under President Claudia Sheinbaum alongside cartel violence, while reviewing US security assistance programs targeting widespread organized crime, pervasive illegal mining, and drug trafficking across Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia. (7)

Check out ProtonVPN for 70% off: Click here Episode 4233 │ September 24, 2026 The dollar still runs the world. No country stopped using it this year. What failed is the thing that was supposed to enforce it. WHAT THIS EPISODE COVERS  Scott Kesterson opens by separating two things usually treated as one: hegemony, meaning the dollar's continued dominance in global trade and reserves, and enforcement, the military backstop that once made challenging that arrangement expensive — arguing the first is fully intact while the second has stopped producing results after seven months of bombing that hasn't reopened a strait or protected an ally. He then dismantles a widely circulated claim that a fifty-year petrodollar treaty expired in 2024, tracing it through the Government Accountability Office, the American Institute for Economic Research, and PolitiFact's own fact-check, showing the real story is narrower but still significant: a 1,300-vessel shadow fleet, nearly 20 percent of global tanker capacity, now moves oil outside Western insurance and dollar clearing, with Iran alone collecting roughly $3 billion since February trading entirely outside the system. Layering that finding against five fronts that opened across the Red Sea corridor in a single month, the episode closes on the actual shift underway — power converting from military enforcement to economic routing control, tariffs and sanctions replacing strikes because the first instrument no longer works — and the finding underneath it all: the power is still there, the obedience is gone. KEY QUESTIONS ADDRESSED  What is the actual difference between the dollar's hegemony and the military enforcement that used to back it — and why does Scott argue the first is fully intact while the second has stopped producing results, even after seven months of the heaviest air campaign in the region since 2003? Did a fifty-year petrodollar treaty really expire in 2024 — and what does the Government Accountability Office, the American Institute for Economic Research, and PolitiFact's own fact-check actually say happened on June 9, 2024? What does a 1,300-vessel shadow fleet moving nearly 20 percent of global tanker capacity outside dollar clearing reveal about the real shift underway — and why does Scott read the Graham bill's specific naming of that shadow fleet as the detail that separates ordinary wartime sanctions from something else entirely? ABOUT BARDSFM BardsFM is a daily independent podcast covering faith, liberty, history, and information warfare. Hosted by Scott Kesterson — combat veteran, documentary filmmaker, and rancher. Over 4,200 episodes and 51 million downloads. New episodes every weekday. bards.fm This episode was researched and produced under the Spatial Terra Intelligence Methodology (STIM v5) — the analytical framework built by Scott Kesterson — with AI-assisted research synthesis at a 70/30 human/AI authorship ratio, fully disclosed. All analysis, conclusions, and editorial judgments are those of Scott Kesterson. BardsFM's archive includes hundreds of episodes on prayer, scripture, and walking the Way of Christ — available free in the full episode catalog. DOWNLOADS Citizen's Guide - Community Organizing Against Data Centers: click here Citizen's Guide - Auditing Automatic License Plate Readers: click here Citizen's Guide - Auditing Your State's Driver License Data: click here AFFILIATE LINKS ProtonVPN for 70% off: Click here Bards Nation Health Store: www.bardsnationhealth.com MYPillow promo code: BARDS >> Go to https://www.mypillow.com/bards and use the promo code BARDS or... Call 1-800-975-2939.  EMPShield protect your vehicles and home. Promo code BARDS: Click here Treadlite Broadforks...best garden tool EVER. Promo code BARDS26: TreadliteBroadforks.com EnviroKlenz Air Purification, promo code BARDS to save 10%: www.enviroklenz.com Founders Bible 20% discount code: BARDS >>> TheFoundersBible.com Windblown Media 20% Discount with promo code BARDS: windblownmedia.com White Oak Pastures Grassfed Meats, Get $20 off any order $150 or more. Promo Code BARDS: www.whiteoakpastures.com/BARDS Mission Darkness Faraday Bags and RF Shielding. Promo code BARDS: Click here *BardsFM may earn a commission from the links above at no additional cost to you. Music provided by Brian Kahanek: https://www.briankahanek.com/ DONATIONS: If you wish to support this podcast directly you can donate here... DONATE: Click here MAILING ADDRESS: Xpedition Cafe, LLC Attn. Scott Kesterson 591 E Central Ave, #740 Sutherlin, OR  97479

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about Bret Baier's interview last night with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about France readying to deploy forces to protect Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea oil port. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about Dolly Parton's estate granted a temporary restraining order against her nephew, the one who announced her passing last month. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the U.N. and ripping Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s antisemitic behavior. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show joined with Noah Rothman of National Review to breakdown Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the U.N. They also talk about the new threats from Russia. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about Starbucks planning on closing 250 stores across North America. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with Noah Rothman, talking more about new threats from Russia and breaking down more speeches from the U.N. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show joined with Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Electricity, Catherine Jereza, to talk about the SPARK initiative. Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show joined with Steve Yates of The Heritage Foundation to talk about President Donald Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks about Jacob Coxon, a former Anthropic researcher who quit because he said AI could destroy humanity, worked with a PR firm. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with Steve Yates, talking about President Trump’s approach to handling China during the meeting. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez teasing possible 2028 election runs and her concerns over voters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about Bret Baier's interview last night with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about France readying to deploy forces to protect Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea oil port. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about Dolly Parton's estate granted a temporary restraining order against her nephew, the one who announced her passing last month. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the U.N. and ripping Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s antisemitic behavior. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're sharing a bonus episode from the WASSAP podcast, where Alan joins hosts Désirée Custers and Hubert Kinkoh to explore the growing interconnectedness of the Horn of Africa, the Gulf, and the wider Red Sea region.The conversation traces how Gulf engagement in the Horn has evolved over the past decade, examining the impact of Gulf rivalries, the war in Sudan, tensions in Yemen, and the fallout from the Iran crisis on regional security dynamics. Alan discusses how conflicts across the Red Sea increasingly spill over into the Horn, creating new patterns of competition, cooperation, and strategic alignment.A central theme of the episode is the relationship between regional geopolitics and state agency. The discussion highlights how actors in the Horn of Africa navigate external rivalries and partnerships while pursuing their own interests and ambitions. Looking ahead, Alan reflects on the challenges facing regional diplomacy and why the growing integration of the Horn, the Gulf, and the wider West Asia region remains one of the most important trends shaping the region's future.About the WASSAP podcastThe WASSAP: the Africa - West Asia Podcast translates the findings of a three-year research project on West Asian (Gulf)–Sub-Saharan African relations into an accessible, engaging audio format. It explores how economic, political, cultural, religious, and security ties between selected Gulf countries and African partners are evolving and why these shifts matter globally, particularly for Europe.Hosts of the podcast are Desirée Custers (project manager, CARPO) & Hubert Kinkoh (Senior Researcher, CARPO)About the WASSAP projectThe project explores the multi-dimensional and complex relations between selected Gulf countries (Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Iran) and four Sub-Saharan countries (South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia). It aims to deconstruct and analyze their economic networks, cultural and religious affiliations, and political and security cooperation. Based on empirical research, the project provides a better understanding of Gulf-African exchange, its challenges and opportunities, as well as its implications for Europe. The project is financed by the Robert Bosch Foundation and will run for three years.Shownotes:The Horn podcast: https://www.crisisgroup.org/pod/africa/horn-africa/hornMore information on the host:Desirée Custers: https://carpo-bonn.org/en/about-us/team/team/desiree-custersHubert Kinkoh: https://carpo-bonn.org/en/about-us/team/team/hubert-kinkohFollow the CARPO on:https://www.linkedin.com/company/carpo-–-center-for-applied-research-in-partnership-with-the-orient-e-v/posts/?feedView=allhttps://www.instagram.com/carpo_bonn/Editor Marco Bussi:https://www.marcobussi.de/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hundreds of thousands of people were killed in a two-year between Tigrayan forces and Ethiopia's government which ended in a peace deal in 2022. Today the trauma and fear of war creeps back in as both sides accuse each other of launching new offensives. Earlier this week the TPLF announced a new coalition alongside other militias - some of whom had previously been bitter opponents.The so-called Alliance for survival is made up of seven armed rebel groups which have been waging their own battles against the Ethiopian government in different parts of the country.Tigrayan forces have seized three airports in Tigray, and in response Ethiopian airlines have suspended all flights to the region. But why are things escalating now? Is the clock ticking for the Ethiopian government? And will Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed achieve his goal of accessing the Red Sea? To understand things better and break it all down we're joined by Tsedale Lemma, an Ethiopian journalist and founder of the Addis Standard and Nicholas Westcott, former director of the Royal African Society.

In this episode of the Energy News Beat Podcast, host Stu Turley sits down with Kirk Edwards, President of Latigo Petroleum, to discuss the critical energy challenges reshaping global markets. From diesel shortages and geopolitical tensions to drone warfare targeting refineries, the conversation reveals how interconnected energy security has become. Edwards and Turley explore why proposed diesel export bans would backfire, how the Ukraine war is crippling global refining capacity, and why U.S. energy policy decisions could have catastrophic consequences for the economy. With oil prices hovering around $100 per barrel and refinery utilization at dangerous levels worldwide, this episode cuts through the noise to explain what's really driving energy markets—and why North American energy cooperation is more critical than ever.We highly recommend connecting with Kirk on LinkedIn, as he is a great writer and resource.https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirk-edwards-99757412a/1. Diesel Market Crisis & Export BansThe conversation opens with the critical issue of diesel prices and the political debate around banning diesel exports. Kirk explains that a diesel export ban would be counterproductive—refiners would simply reduce capacity rather than store excess inventory, which would increase prices for all refined products (gasoline, jet fuel, asphalt, kerosene).2. Global Diesel Shortage & Geopolitical ImpactThe war in Ukraine has devastated Russia's refining capacity, creating a massive global diesel shortage. Russia, historically a major diesel exporter, now has export bans. The U.S. exports approximately 1.5 million barrels per day of diesel, representing about 20% of the world's supply—making U.S. diesel critical to global energy security.3. California's Energy CrisisCalifornia's strict regulations have driven refineries to close or relocate to Texas and the Gulf Coast. This has left California dependent on imports (50-60% of diesel from Asia), resulting in diesel prices reaching $9-10 per gallon compared to $6 in Texas—a self-inflicted wound through poor policy.4. Iranian Oil Seizures & SanctionsThree Iranian tankers carrying 6 million barrels of oil have been seized and are headed to the U.S. This represents approximately $600 million in assets and demonstrates the effectiveness of sanctions in crippling Iran's economy and ability to fund military operations.5. Ukraine-Russia Warfare & Drone AttacksThe conversation highlights how drone warfare is reshaping global energy security. Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian refineries (150 drones got through out of 600 sent) are significantly impacting global oil production. The Novorossiysk refinery was hit, taking 110,000 barrels per day offline.6. Saudi Arabia's Red Sea ChallengesHouthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's East-West Pipeline have forced a "shuttle diplomacy" approach—using smaller tankers to move oil through the Red Sea and Suez Canal instead of the damaged pipeline. This reduces throughput from 4-6 million barrels per day to 3-5 million.7. Global LNG & Natural Gas DisparitiesNatural gas prices vary dramatically by region—$2-3 per MCF in Texas versus $30 per MCF in Europe. Qatar's LNG infrastructure has been damaged, and the global LNG shortage will worsen during winter as storage levels are depleted.8. U.S. Tanker Fleet VulnerabilityThe U.S. has less than 0.01% of the world's commercial shipping fleet. This creates a critical vulnerability—if other nations sanction U.S. tankers, America has no fleet to maintain energy exports or security.9. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) & Global Oil ReservesApproximately 3 billion barrels of oil have been displaced since the Ukraine war began. China strategically holds 2 billion barrels in reserves, which has helped stabilize global prices. The U.S. and other nations will need to replenish depleted reserves, supporting higher oil prices.10. Canada-U.S. Energy InterdependenceThe U.S. imports 4 million barrels per day from Canada—critical sour crude needed for refinery operations. Tensions over tariffs threaten this relationship, but disrupting Canadian oil would devastate the U.S. economy and Midwest refineries. The conversation criticizes Canadian leadership for potentially aligning with the EU and China rather than supporting North American energy security.11. Optimal Oil Pricing for Energy SecurityKirk argues that $75 per barrel is the "sweet spot" for maintaining U.S. drilling activity and energy security, while $60 is too low and $100+ is unsustainable. Goldman Sachs previously predicted $200 oil if the Bab el-Mandeb Strait was blocked, but refineries are now the actual bottleneck.12. 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1543 PERSIAMiddle East Standoff Threatens SecurityJonathan Schanzer evaluates the ongoing geopolitical conflict between the United States and Iran. He details how Tehran relies on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps asymmetric tactics and proxy groups to choke off vital maritime trade routes, aiming to strain the American economy and influence domestic US politics. Schanzer notes that Russia and China covertly support Iran's campaign to keep American military resources entangled abroad. Additionally, escalating Houthi attacks in Yemen threaten Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure and Red Sea shipping, while upcoming Israelielections will determine the trajectory of military operations in Gaza and regional strategy against hostile Iranian state proxy forces. (2)

Over the past few weeks, Yemen's Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, has launched a major offensive. The offensive could have major implications for the world economy, as it involves one of its most important trade routes through the Red Sea. It certainly has major implications for Saudi Arabia. Long Reads is joined by Helen Lackner, an expert on the politics of Yemen and the author of several books about the country. This is the third time Helen has joined us on the podcast. In this week's episode, we're going to cover events since the last time Helen spoke to us more than two years ago. Long Reads is a Jacobin podcast looking in-depth at political topics and thinkers, both contemporary and historical, with the magazine's writers. Hosted by features editor Daniel Finn. Produced by Conor Gillies with music by Knxwledge.

Doomscrollin is hosted by Sam Tripoli and Midnight Mike.We are back with vengeance!Sam Tripoli's 5th Comedy Special drops Sept 1st on Gas Digital's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GaSDigitalNetworkCheck out Word War Debate 2: https://wordwardebate.com/Please support our sponsors:Mudflap: Who is your fuel savings card really working for? With Mudflap, that answer's easy. Keep more of every dollar you earn, because Mudflap has your back. Sign up at Muddy dot com slash doom and get $100 in free fuel credit after approval. That's M-U-D-D-Y dot com slash doom for $100 in free fuel credit.Kalshi: With Kalshi, you're trading against other people in a live market — no house, just the market. And as probabilities move, you can buy in or out of your position.Download the Kalshi app and use code DOOM to get $20 when you trade $20.That's K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade on anything.Please check out Sam Tripoli's 6th Crowd Work Special "Women Can't Peg" Live From Batavia: https://bit.ly/3TZBzHTCheck out Word War Debate 2  at WordWarDebate.com.Grab Tickets To Sam Tripoli's Live Shows At SamTripoli.com:Tulsa, OK: 10/9-10/10Austin, TX: Dec 11th-13thWitcha, KS: Dec 18th-19thPlease check out Sam Tripoli's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/samtripoliPlease check out Midnight Mike's Internet:The OBDM Podcast Website: https://ourbigdumbmouth.com/Twitter: https://x.com/obdmpodPlease check out and support the content creators featured on today's show:1. Creature never seen by many eyes @brittantolford2. Dreams interrupted by ads you can't unsee @ashleeinc3. Pentagon lies before the camera @taylordurden4. Who controls the digital leash @futurenowshow5. Unmasking modern mythology heroes unflawed villains revealed @linaseiche6. Tarots modern pop culture comeback @blurrycreatures7. The scream the appeal to authority withdrawing power @liam.out.loud8. The thread through life's labyrinth @symbolicliteracy9. Vatican secrets buried in Epstein files @catholichedgeknight10. Statues built to scare Christians @tuckercarlson11. Fake panic arrest over water scandal @jordanmakessense12. Frenchman outsmarts revolution with fake lottery @the_muesum_of_everything13. Federal overreach in your home lawsuit @pdavisjones14. Europe's manufactured system exposed @maryisalien15. What you will see on a stick @area52investigations16. Bible history list continent Red Sea reimagined @kishlb17. Asian mirroring Charles Manson dance moves @n/a18. POV Netanyahu is in your fantasy football league @danpulzello19. “I joined a gang with neo-nazis in jail @historyhyenas20. Human vs robot @21. A woman complaining about her breasts growth @thismorning22. Chinese Jews infiltrating America @zactownsend_ 23. Lock that bitch up Jackson @blakksmyth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stijn Schmitz welcomes back Colonel Douglas Macgregor to the show. Mr. Macgregor is a retired U.S. Army Colonel & Decorated Combat Veteran. Macgregor opens with a stark assessment that the global energy structure is being destroyed, warning that the situation will worsen significantly. He dismisses the notion of an imminent diplomatic deal with Iran, stating that trust has evaporated and Iran now holds the strategic initiative, effectively controlling oil traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. He estimates that only a fraction of normal oil shipments are moving, with tankers forced to pay tolls to Iran, while simultaneous U.S. efforts to punish compliance have made insurance impossible. The disruption extends to the Red Sea, where attacks on infrastructure have halted Saudi oil shipments to Europe, potentially removing 35% of the world's oil from the market. This energy shock is only beginning to be felt in Europe and has prompted discussions in the U.S. about banning diesel exports, a move Macgregor sees as indicative of the crisis's severity. The conversation expands to the broader geopolitical and financial implications. Macgregor argues that the petrodollar system is effectively dead, with the U.S. waging war to restore dominance, particularly against Iranian resistance. He criticizes the American tendency to project its own mindset onto nations like China and Russia, leading to strategic miscalculations. He warns that President Trump's rhetoric suggests a dangerous escalation, potentially including nuclear options, which would finish off the global energy structure. Macgregor sees the markets as grossly underestimating the potential for complete disaster, making gold an essential investment. He notes that central banks continue to stockpile gold and that the BRICS nations are actively building parallel financial structures to circumvent the dollar, a trend forced by U.S. sanctions. He concludes that the West, particularly the U.S., faces a period of extreme internal turmoil, driven by an energy crisis, political corruption, and a public insulated from the consequences of endless wars. Guest Links: Website: https://douglasmacgregor.com X: https://x.com/DougAMacgregor Substack: https://substack.com/@coloneldoug YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@macgregorwarriordiplomacy Articles: https://breakingdefense.com/author/doug-macgregor/ Douglas Macgregor is a decorated combat veteran, an author of five books, a PhD, and a defense and foreign policy consultant. Macgregor was commissioned in the Regular Army in 1976 after 1 year at VMI and 4 years at West Point. In 2004, Macgregor retired with the rank of Colonel. In 2020, the President appointed Macgregor to serve as Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense, a post he held until President Trump left office. He holds an MA in comparative politics and a PhD in international relations from the University of Virginia. Macgregor is widely known inside the U.S., Europe, Israel, Russia, China and Korea for both his leadership in the Battle of 73 Easting, the U.S. Army's largest tank battle since World War II, and for his ground breaking books on military transformation: Breaking the Phalanx (Praeger, 1997) and Transformation under Fire (Praeger, 2003). Macgregor's recommendations for change in Force Design and “integrated all arms-all effects” operations have profoundly influenced force development in Israel, Russia and China. In 2010, Macgregor traveled to Seoul, Korea to advise the ROK Ministry of Defense on force design. In 2019, Transformation under Fire was selected by Lt. Gen. Aviv Kohavi, Chief of the Israeli Defense Force (IDF), as the intellectual basis for IDF transformation. His fifth book, Margin of Victory: Five Battles that Changed the Face of Modern War from Naval Institute Press is available in Chinese, as well as, English and will soon appear in Hebrew. In 28 years of service Macgregor taught in the Department of Social Sciences at West Point, commanded the 1st Squadron, 4th Cavalry, and served as the Director of the Joint Operations Center at SHAPE during the 1999 Kosovo Air Campaign for which he was awarded the Defense Superior Service medal. In January 2002, at Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld's insistence the USCENTCOM Commander listened to Colonel Macgregor's concept for the offensive to seize Baghdad. The plan was largely adopted, but assumed no occupation of Iraq by U.S. Forces. Macgregor has also testified as an expert witness before the Senate and House Armed Services Committees and appeared as a defense analyst on Fox News, CNN, BBC, Sky News and public radio. He is fluent in German.

Séamus Malekafzali returns to PTO to talk about the possibility of further escalation in the US war on Iran and about the prospects for a diplomatic settlement. We chatted about the position of the Gulf states, and recent comments from officials in Qatar and the UAE that called for a reset of relations with Iran. We went on to talk about the price of oil and the global and regional economic impact of the conflict, and about the state of US forces in the region, following US acknowledgement of severe damage to the US naval base in Bahrain. Finally, we talked about the recent offensive by Ansar Allah in Yemen which has given the group control of Yemen's Red Sea coast.

In this Church on the Move Roswell message, Pastor Troy Smothermon begins a series on overcoming, using John 16:33 to teach that peace is found in Christ even though believers will face trouble. Pastor Troy emphasizes Jesus as the victorious overcomer who conquered sin and death, urging listeners to keep joy and trust God under pressure. He explains that obstacles don't always mean you're off course, citing Israel at the Red Sea and Moses' command to “go forward” before the sea parted. Practical points include controlling what you can control—especially your response and your words—rather than trying to control other people or circumstances. He stresses daily preparation through the living, powerful Word of God, which shapes motives, builds faith, and helps believers overcome hardship. The message closes with an invitation to surrender to Jesus and a salvation prayer.

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• New reporting says Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisers helped direct the Houthi offensive that swept down Yemen's Red Sea coast in less than 48 hours, raising new questions about Tehran's role in the rapidly expanding fight.• A notorious hacking group claims it breached the FBI and stole sensitive information on current and former bureau employees, potentially exposing personnel to new security risks.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief AG1: For a limited time, save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at https://DRINKAG1.com/pdb Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 48% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com/PDBTax Relief Advocates: End your tax nightmare today by visiting us online at https://TRA.com or call 800-583-6515

//The Wire//2300Z September 23, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY CONTINUES IN NEW YORK. AMERICAN SANCTIONS ON IRANIAN AIRLINES COME INTO EFFECT. COMMERCIAL VESSEL STRUCK IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ. RUSSIAN HELICOPTER BRIEFLY CROSSES POLISH BORDER, ESCALATING GROWING CONCERNS OF AIRSPACE INCURSIONS.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-United Kingdom: Immigration issues continue to develop, as channel boat crossings have escalated over the past few days. At least two inflatable boats made landfall in Kent overnight, prompting concerns as to why they were not intercepted and turned around before reaching land. The recent migration surge has resulted in widespread protests at port facilities throughout the country, which have also become more tense as authorities provide security for migration operations.Middle East: This morning a commercial vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in a major fire. The crew of the M/V CAPE DAO abandoned ship, after one crew member was killed and another wounded during the strike.Poland: Overnight one border incursion was reported near Braniewo, as a Russian helicopter from Kaliningrad flew south over the border. The helicopter flew about 300 meters into Polish airspace before returning to Kaliningrad less than a minute later. Poland scrambled fighters to intercept the aircraft, and ground forces were placed on alert in the border region.Analyst Comment: This was probably a classic probing incident. Russia has very obviously been carrying out reconnaissance to probe air defenses and test NATO's response, and this case was probably intended to spin up Polish responses, which they dutifully did. Russia probably doesn't need to do this, but these types of light border incursions have been common over the past few decades. This incident is not exactly earth-shattering, but it's also not unremarkable either, and mostly serves as yet another example of how the Cold War era escalations remain constant.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - As of this morning, American sanctions took effect to sanction nations which allow Iranian commercial aviation to operate within their country. These sanctions target nations that allow Iranian aircraft to land and refuel, with the United States threatening to cut off those nations from the US banking system.Analyst Comment: In response to the United States announcing a total ban on Iranian commercial air travel around the world, China has announced that they will continue to allow Iranian commercial aircraft to operate within their nation. This position was announced the same day that the White House welcomes President Xi for his first state visit in a decade.New York: The United Nations General Assembly continues as before. Various protest events took place outside the UN building throughout the day, including a few minor groups which blocked traffic for a short while. Analyst Comment: Otherwise, an alleged meeting also took place between American and Iranian diplomats on the sidelines of the Assembly, which does not appear to have resulted in any sort of positive movement toward a peace agreement. Both sides appear to be heavily entrenched in their positions, with no real room for actual negotiations at the moment.Illinois: The Joliet Refinery is returning to normal operations, after being offline for the past ten days due to flooding which caused a power outage. Fuel prices are expected to drop by a few cents throughout the Midwest as this refinery begins to come back online, with gas prices expected to return to the national average after being elevated due to this refinery being offline.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Within northeastern Africa, trouble is brewing in Ethiopia. This beleaguered African nation has been host to civil unrest for many years, as tensions between government forces and rebels within the Tigray region have remained constant.Northern Ethiopia has become inflamed following years of dispute over the administration of the Tigray region. In 2022, a tenuous peace settled in throughout Ethiopia and Eritrea, after Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) reached a sort of truce regarding the administration of the Tigray region. Last month, the peace deal started unravelling, and as of the past few days, the TPLF is mobilizing once again. This time, a coalition of various militia groups has formed, comprised of the TPLF, the Amhara Fano ​National Movement, and a handful of others operating under a common banner. As of this morning, TPLF militants have captured the airports in Mekelle, Axum, and Shire, which are comparatively important airports throughout the region. Based on statements by the group, the TPLF is once again trying to overthrow the Ethiopian government and re-take power (as the TPLF ruled the country from the early 90's up until 2018).While it looks like yet another typical African conflict between the standard warlord types, this conflict is escalating at the worst possible time, when there is already tension in the region as brought on by the Houthis just across the Red Sea. Perhaps most importantly, is the complex web of relationships and alliances. As is extremely common throughout the region, when there's trouble in one African nation, the culprit is usually next door. And in this case, Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of funding the TPLF and trying to overthrow Ethiopia (accusations which Eritrea denies).How this develops over the next few weeks will be important to watch, simply due to the tensions that are already complicating the region. Nobody needs another war adjacent to a major international waterway, and if this gets worse there's no telling how more destabilization will affect the region. If the TPLF can keep their grievances centered on the Ethiopian government, and if the conflict stays within Ethiopia (as it has so far) this won't be that impactful to the world economy. But if this conflict becomes more regional in a few weeks, this could get ugly. Now that the TPLF has a coalition of other groups, they cover a wider swath of public sentiment, and have the potential to turn up the heat, and if they so choose...allow the pot to boil over.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

Donald Trump has told reporters at the UN General Assembly he faces a critical decision: strike a deal with Tehran or "annihilate the Islamic Republic," while Masoud Pezeshkian insists Iran's nuclear program will proceed.On today's episode of Iran: The Latest Sophia Yan and Roland Oliphant examine the escalating military picture across the Red Sea and the high-stakes diplomacy in New York. As Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian takes the UN stage, Iranian forces warn they are prepared to deliver "crushing blows" against US threats. Meanwhile, AP reports reveal Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisers are directly guiding Houthi forces on the ground in Yemen.Plus, as Chinese leader Xi Jinping is set to arrive in Washington today for a high-profile state visit, geospatial intelligence analyst Renny Babiarz breaks down a Telegraph investigation into Xi's secret expansion of seven nuclear weapons sites across China and what Beijing's ‘breathtaking' nuclear breakout means for global security.HighlightsPezeshkian demands ‘no limitations' to the expansion of Iran's nuclear capabilitiesExpert on geospatial intelligence warns of the ‘breathtaking scale' of China's secret nuclear expansion CONTRIBUTORS:Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphantSophia Yan, co-host and senior foreign correspondent @sophia_yanRenny Babiarz, geospatial intelligence analyst and vice president at AllSourceAnalysis @RennyBabiarz WATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnf_DDTfIVAif-vifC6F2aoPB8GIw6dkCONTENT REFERENCED:Revealed: Xi's nuclear weapons expansion at seven secret sites https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/china-secret-nuclear-weapon-sites-xi/ Trump is making a fool of himself over Iran https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/22/trump-making-fool-of-himself-over-iran/ 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.

Does God still perform miracles today? Dr. Robert Jeffress will join us to make a biblically grounded, deeply personal case for why. Drawing on decades of pastoral ministry, his own experience of a miraculous healing at age 16, and accounts from the lives of real believers, Dr. Jeffress will show that the God who parted the Red Sea and raised the dead is still in the miracle-working business--and still invades the lives of His people today.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACTS 7:15-43 - A PROPHET LIKE MOSES - BRIAN SUMNER - 2026ACTS 7:15-43 "So Jacob went down to Egypt; and he died, he and our fathers. 16 And they were carried back to Shechem and laid in the tomb that Abraham bought for a sum of money from the sons of Hamor, the father of Shechem.God Delivers Israel by Moses17 “But when the time of the promise drew near which God had sworn to Abraham, the people grew and multiplied in Egypt 18 till another king arose who did not know Joseph. 19 This man dealt treacherously with our people, and oppressed our forefathers, making them expose their babies, so that they might not live. 20 At this time Moses was born, and was well pleasing to God; and he was brought up in his father's house for three months. 21 But when he was set out, Pharaoh's daughter took him away and brought him up as her own son. 22 And Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and deeds.23 “Now when he was forty years old, it came into his heart to visit his brethren, the children of Israel. 24 And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended and avenged him who was oppressed, and struck down the Egyptian. 25 For he supposed that his brethren would have understood that God would deliver them by his hand, but they did not understand. 26 And the next day he appeared to two of them as they were fighting, and tried to reconcile them, saying, ‘Men, you are brethren; why do you wrong one another?' 27 But he who did his neighbor wrong pushed him away, saying, ‘Who made you a ruler and a judge over us? 28 Do you want to kill me as you did the Egyptian yesterday?' 29 Then, at this saying, Moses fled and became a dweller in the land of Midian, where he had two sons.30 “And when forty years had passed, an Angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire in a bush, in the wilderness of Mount Sinai. 31 When Moses saw it, he marveled at the sight; and as he drew near to observe, the voice of the Lord came to him, 32 saying, ‘I am the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.' And Moses trembled and dared not look. 33 ‘Then the Lord said to him, “Take your sandals off your feet, for the place where you stand is holy ground. 34 I have surely seen the oppression of My people who are in Egypt; I have heard their groaning and have come down to deliver them. And now come, I will send you to Egypt.” '35 “This Moses whom they rejected, saying, ‘Who made you a ruler and a judge?' is the one God sent to be a ruler and a deliverer by the hand of the Angel who appeared to him in the bush. 36 He brought them out, after he had shown wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, and in the Red Sea, and in the wilderness forty years.Israel Rebels Against God37 “This is that Moses who said to the children of Israel, ‘The Lord your God will raise up for you a Prophet like me from your brethren. Him you shall hear.'38 “This is he who was in the congregation in the wilderness with the Angel who spoke to him on Mount Sinai, and with our fathers, the one who received the living oracles[d] to give to us, 39 whom our fathers would not obey, but rejected. And in their hearts they turned back to Egypt, 40 saying to Aaron, ‘Make us gods to go before us; as for this Moses who brought us out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of him.' 41 And they made a calf in those days, offered sacrifices to the idol, and rejoiced in the works of their own hands. 42 Then God turned and gave them up to worship the host of heaven, as it is written in the book of the Prophets:‘Did you offer Me slaughtered animals and sacrifices during forty years in the wilderness,O house of Israel?43 You also took up the tabernacle of Moloch,And the star of your god Remphan,Images which you made to worship;And I will carry you away beyond Babylon.'"To support this channel and partner with Brian in Ministryhttps://www.briansumner.net/support/For more on Brianhttp://www.briansumner.nethttps://www.instagram.com/BRIANSUMNER/https://www.facebook.com/BRIANSUMNEROFFICIALTo listen to Brians Podcast, click below.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Purchase Brians Marriage book at https://www.amazon.com/Never-Fails-Da...Brian is a full time "Urban Missionary" both locally and internationally with a focus on MISSIONS - MARRIAGES - MINISTRY. Since coming to faith in 2004 doors continued opening locally and internationally to do more and more ministry with a focus on Evangelism, Outreach Missions, Marriage, Counsel, Schools, Festivals, Conferences and the like.  Everything about this ministry is made possible because of people personally partnering through the non profit. God Bless and thank you. †Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW

The Cardinals saw a 7-7 game slip away in a hurry, as the Seahawks scored 24 unanswered points in the second half to hand Arizona a 31-7 loss. Craig Grialou, Zach Gershman and Rob Fredrickson break down what went wrong after halftime, including the lack of explosive plays, struggles on third down and Seattle's ability to shut down the Cardinals' offense. The crew also examines the potential season-ending injury concern surrounding cornerback Will Johnson, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s quiet afternoon, Trey McBride's continued production and the emergence of Dewey Wingard. Plus, a look ahead to Sunday's NFC West matchup with the San Francisco 49ers and how the Cardinals can quickly turn the page from Seattle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy argues that the United States operates under a form of "socialism for the rich," where government policies and financial interventions transfer wealth upward while ordinary workers face stagnant wages, inflation, high housing costs, and economic insecurity. He criticizes bank bailouts, quantitative easing, military spending, corporate subsidies, and the influence of Wall Street, Big Pharma, Big Tech, and other powerful industries, arguing that these policies disproportionately benefit wealthy interests.  He also discusses Medicare, unions, immigration, homelessness, and policing, maintaining that public anger is deliberately directed toward poorer people, immigrants, or political opponents instead of toward institutions and wealthy interests that he believes drive economic inequality. The central message is that working- and middle-class Americans should avoid turning against one another and instead recognize our shared economic struggle against an oligarchic system. Plus segments on Fox News host Jesse Watters downplaying Macklemore's calls for "Free Palestine," Trump caving to the Houthis in Yemen over the Red Sea and Candace Owens calling BS on the recent defacing of Charlie Kirk's statue at TPUSA. Also featuring Mischa Paullin and Chris Keene!

As the war in Iran nears its seventh month, new developments over the past week have prompted concerns about a widening conflict in the Middle East. On Saturday, the State Department warned Americans in the Middle East to “exercise heightened vigilance” and prepare for potential travel disruptions, and President Donald Trump returned from a weekend trip to Camp David a day early. Separately, Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched significant attacks against Saudi Arabia and seized key Red Sea territory. Ad-free podcasts are here!Get 20% off your first year of ad-free episodes, exclusive interviews, and deep dives with Tangle's podcast membership!The DSA debate.On Friday, Ross Barkan authored a guest column making the case for the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). The piece has generated over 500 comments and a robust debate over Barkan's arguments and the DSA's merit. Check out the piece and join the conversation here.You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Take the survey: How long do you think the war will last? Let us know.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast written by: Will Kaback and audio engineered and edited by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Bailey Saul, Audrey Moorehead, and Carina Pacheco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ed Sheeran has spoken out at the start of his first show since the rapper Macklemore was dropped from his US tour over pro-Palestinian comments. The British singer said the Hamas attacks on Israel in October 2023 were horrific, but Israel's subsequent response had been disproportionate. He said his heart had been broken by the scale of devastation. Also: for the first time since those Hamas attacks on Israel sparked the war on Gaza, half a million children inside the territory are returning to formal education. Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen say they have carried out drone and ballistic missile attacks on the Saudi capital Riyadh, as well as energy sites on the country's Red Sea coast. Germany is holding two state elections this weekend in the wake of the recent successes of the far-right Alternative fur Deutschland - or AfD - party which recorded its best ever result. And Google has confirmed that its AI system, Gemini, hacked into three companies during a test in May. 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: Ed Sheeran performs at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2025 - Liverpool. Credit: BBC/Jamie Simonds

Today on Lovely News Network, we're breaking down how global conflict is starting to affect everyday costs in the U.S.The Houthis have captured a strategic Red Sea port near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, adding more pressure to one of the world's most important shipping routes. At the same time, diesel prices have climbed to record levels, with one truck driver saying it cost him about $1,240 to fill his semi.

SUDANSudan Conflict Faces Foreign Power InterferenceHussain Abdul-Hussain details the ongoing civil war in Sudan between General Burhan's Sudanese Armed Forces(SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces. Foreign powers are actively influencing the conflict; Turkey supports the SAF through Muslim Brotherhood ties and drone strikes launched from Egyptian airfields. At the UN Security Council, the United States, France, and Britain are advocating for an expanded, nationwide arms embargo. However, Russia and China oppose the measure, with Russia eyeing strategic Red Sea port access and gold exports. With neither side capable of controlling the vast territory, the war has reached a stalemate, resulting in a de facto partition. (6)

CAPTION 1900 BAKU.California Coastline Destruction And Economic ShiftsJeff Bliss highlights severe coastal erosion along Southern California beaches during El Niño storms, noting how homeowners unsuccessfully battle nature despite strict Coastal Commission permit restrictions. Fuel prices in California have reached record highs, with low-grade gasoline exceeding six dollars per gallon and diesel climbing over eight to ten dollars, forcing gas stations to update tote boards. Meanwhile, Mayor Karen Bass discussed jurisdiction confusion between state and city lands during the Pacific Palisades fire. In Las Vegas, the old Royal Resort was demolished to make way for a parking lot. Furthermore, major entertainment companies like Paramount and tech firms are exiting California for business-friendly states like Tennessee. (1)Navigating Canada Trade Relations With AmericaConrad Black examines Canada's evolving trade dynamics following the Prime Minister's address to the European Parliament advocating for broader international partnerships. While expanding trade with Europe is positive, Black emphasizes Canada's deep economic vulnerability, given that nearly half of its GDP is tied to trade with the United Statescompared to just three percent for America. President Trump's rhetoric suggests America could produce goods domestically, threatening Canadian market access. To maintain competitiveness, Black supports internal economic reforms, such as reducing federal civil service numbers, offering corporate tax cuts, and bolstering industries like filmmaking. Ultimately, Canada must expand global trade while maintaining strong American relations. (2)Congress Must Aid Fed Against InflationVeronique de Rugy argues that the Federal Reserve cannot defeat inflation solely by raising interest rates without fiscal assistance from Congress. Higher interest rates increase national debt service payments, which have surged from $250 billion to over one trillion dollars, fueling further inflation through government borrowing. Drawing historical parallels to Paul Volcker in the 1980s, she highlights how monetary tightening requires legislative spending cuts and structural tax or Social Security reforms. With the US debt-to-GDP ratio now exceeding 100% and the Social Security trust fund facing depletion by 2032, Congress must exercise fiscal responsibility rather than relying on endless borrowing. (3)Inflation Drives Divided Spending In PennsylvaniaJim McTague shares observations on inflation while traveling across Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, illustrating a bifurcated K-shaped economy. High gasoline prices, averaging over $4.20 to $4.39 per gallon, are heavily squeezing lower-income families and reducing convenience store spending. Conversely, wealthier residents and affluent tourists continue spending heavily at specialty venues, such as Groff's butcher shop in Elizabethtown and boutique stores in Lititz. While local meat suppliers and pretzel shops report booming demand, even prosperous shoppers are beginning to display subtle penny-pinching habits on expensive goods like artisanal chocolates, reflecting widespread pressure from sustained energy costs. (4)Borgotaro Celebrates Porcini Mushrooms And CultureLorenzo Fiori explores Borgotaro in the Italian province of Parma, calling it the capital of porcini mushrooms owing to its rich forests, varying altitudes, and unique microclimate. He describes local culinary highlights, recommending pairings of dark and light porcini varieties preserved in olive oil alongside authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Parma ham, and ciabatta bread. Fiori highlights government initiatives encouraging travelers to visit smaller historic towns to relieve over-tourism pressures in major cities like Rome and Florence. Despite recent hot weather across Europe, localized late-afternoon thunderstorms, high humidity, and a rising moon have produced optimal conditions for a plentiful mushroom harvest. (5)Sudan Conflict Faces Foreign Power InterferenceHussain Abdul-Hussain details the ongoing civil war in Sudan between General Burhan's Sudanese Armed Forces(SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces. Foreign powers are actively influencing the conflict; Turkey supports the SAF through Muslim Brotherhood ties and drone strikes launched from Egyptian airfields. At the UN Security Council, the United States, France, and Britain are advocating for an expanded, nationwide arms embargo. However, Russia and China oppose the measure, with Russia eyeing strategic Red Sea port access and gold exports. With neither side capable of controlling the vast territory, the war has reached a stalemate, resulting in a de facto partition. (6)Syria Resolves Nuclear Noncompliance Case InvestigationAndrea Stricker discusses the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) unanimously closing Syria's formal nuclear non-compliance finding from 2011 after Damascus permitted access to historical nuclear sites. Inspectors visited the destroyed Al-Kibar reactor at Deir ez-Zor and Site 99, where they uncovered 73 tons of undeclared natural uranium metal, fuel rods, and a graphite moderator. While placing these materials under safeguards represents positive progress, critical questions persist regarding North Korean assistance, potential plutonium reprocessing, and untracked equipment. Consequently, the United States emphasizes that the IAEA investigation remains incomplete and demands detailed further reporting from the Director General. (7)Ghosts Of Hiroshima Uncovers Atomic HistoryCharles Pellegrino, author of Ghosts of Hiroshima, traces the origin of nuclear weapons from theoretical physics concepts to the devastating bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He compares the 27-kiloton Nagasaki bomb to Hiroshima's smaller device, explaining how intense heat, shockwaves, and toxic black rain caused long-term genetic damage and lingering fatalities. Pellegrino chronicles the lives of double-survivors (hibakusha) like Tsutomu Yamaguchiand Kenshi Hirata, who endured both blasts yet faced intense social ostracization in post-war Japan. The narrative also covers the forced internment and unjust deportation of Japanese-American families back to devastated Hiroshima ruins. (8)Saudi Nuclear Ambitions Spark Congressional OversightHenry Sokolski analyzes the controversial US-Saudi nuclear cooperation agreement, which permits Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium domestically. Congressional leaders from both parties are demanding transparency regarding classified documents stored in Capitol facilities that conceal vendor lists and fuel supply terms. (9)Commercial Space Operations Advance Rapidly WorldwideBob Zimmerman reviews commercial space developments, beginning with SpaceX's upcoming Starship 14 orbital test flight designed to deploy 26 Starlink version 3 satellites. (10)

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The Houthis seize control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Trump rolls a grenade into Northern Ireland's politics, and a Russian oligarch funds Don Jr.'s wedding.Tommy and Ben break down some of the most alarming expansions of the Iran war: Houthi rebels have captured roughly 80 miles of Yemen's Red Sea coastline, Iranian-backed militants have blown up a Saudi pipeline in Iraq, and Iran's targeting has improved thanks to Chinese satellite imagery. An exclusive first look at a new Eurasia Group poll finds the Iran war's approval sitting at 34% nationally, with disapproval among independents jumping 13 points. Then Trump visits his Irish golf course on the taxpayer's dime and casually upends decades of US policy on Northern Ireland in an impromptu press conference. This week also brings multiple stories of brazen grift: ProPublica reports that a Russian oligarch with ties to Putin paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for portions of Don Jr.'s Bahamas wedding, and The New Yorker does a deep dive on how much Jared Kushner's diplomacy is colored by his personal financial motives. And finally, a Russian drone strikes a Ukrainian train station minutes after trains carrying the national security advisors of the UK, France, Germany, and Italy passed through. At the end of the show, Tommy speaks to Hamza Chaudhry from the Future of Life Institute about the crazy last week in AI, how to judge tech leaders' calls for a slowdown in development, and what to expect from Trump's summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.Hate listening to ads? Become a Friends of the Pod subscriber for ad-free episodes of Pod Save America, Pod Save the World, Lovett or Leave It, Runaway Country, Offline with Jon Favreau, and more—plus exclusive content, including bonus episodes of Pod Save America. Subscribe now at crooked.com/friends, on Apple Podcasts, or through the Pod Save America YouTube channel.You can request a transcript by emailing transcripts@crooked.com. Include the podcast name, episode title, and air date. Please allow 48 hours for delivery.