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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:• Iran's economic troubles deepen as tankers remain stranded overseas, the rial hits a new record low, and U.S. pressure continues to tighten around Tehran's oil trade.• China-linked hackers are impersonating American officials and AI experts in an effort to target researchers and policy specialists working on artificial intelligence.• Britain says it believes Iran played a role in the suspected plot near RAF Fairford, the British base used by U.S. bombers in operations against Iran.• Former world chess champion and Kremlin critic Garry Kasparov says U.S. and Lithuanian security services warned him that he may be the target of an assassination plot.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/@presidentsdailybriefLean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDBTax Relief Advocates: End your tax nightmare today by visiting us online at https://TRA.com or call 800-583-6515QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB

The Collapse Of France Is Underway! Plus, Trump Sends More Troops To Middle East & Suggests Tehran Behind FlyDubai Attack That Many Are Calling Staged Or False Flag — Don't Miss This Epic Transmission With Your Host Harrison Smith

"My father believed everybody's self-belief wobbles once in a while. All they need when that happens is for someone to remind them who they are, someone to believe in them. That little spark of belief can turn into a roaring fire, and they're off into the races." — Nicky Billou Before there was a podcast, a coaching practice, or a philosophy of thought leadership, there was a boy in Tehran, standing in his living room with a Molotov cocktail at his feet. His father's quick thinking saved his life that day. Within a few years, that same father had moved the family from Iran to Athens to Toronto — giving up everyone and everything he had ever known so his sons could grow up in freedom. That sacrifice is the origin of everything Nicky Billou has built. This episode is his personal story: the Iranian Revolution, the immigrant journey, a teenage encounter with Ayn Rand, and most of all, a father who modelled a way of doing business that had nothing to do with transactions. A man who cleared his calendar for friends who needed work, who wrote personal checks and called them gifts, and who told his son that all business is solving problems for people for a profit — and that the person sitting across from you is a hero to somebody, and your job is to restore their faith in humanity. Nicky closes with the credential he is most proud of — not a revenue number or a title, but a simple description: professional believer in people. Learn more & connect: https://www.eCircleAcademy.com Resources mentioned: Ayn Rand — works include The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged: https://www.aynrand.org Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level. https://www.thethoughtleaderrevolution.com/episodes/821

The FlyDubai FZ1073 story has been questioned over its apparent Islamaphobic reporting of an “incident” or “brawl” rather than a hijacking. But data indicates that the squawk 7700 code was transmitted to indicate a “general emergency,” not a hijacking necessarily. A pilot named Aaron Murphy further told CNN that if the numbers involved, including altitude change, speed, etc., were accurate the plane would have broken apart as it plummeted 14,000 feet in 30 seconds, was jerked back to 21,0000 and then back down to 15,000. Is it possible that once again we are dealing with a 271,000 vs 6 million exaggeration; with a magical plane as mythical as the superhero passengers able to withstand incredible g-forces to storm the cockpit and save the day with nothing but knowledge of air disaster movies? Video of Yaniv Haun, the Jewish plumber who saved the day, then met with Prime Minister Netanyahu in what looked like an after-play celebration. Laughter and hand shakes filled the press event which featured a happy Yaniv covered in blood that hadn't oxidized after 10 hours, and with no apparent medical or self-care administration prior to the cameras. His shirt featured the words “sketchers Los Angeles,” in similar manner to a Vanity Fair photoshoot of Erika Kirk that featured red shoes and a red square-quilt with the word “scam.” In fact, Yaniv also had red “shoes” in the form of bloody socks that apparently did not stain his shoes. In the aftermath, Israeli passengers can be seen bouncing and clapping as they celebrate the landing like the end of a Hollywood blockbuster, and not unlike the dancing Israelis on 911, something Netanyahu references when he says the Israelis onboard stopped another 911. Meanwhile, Iran had reportedly accused Mossad of planning a fake hijacking attempt to be blamed on Tehran just hours before what happened. Within the few hours after the incident, the story of the nosedive also included a spin, the stabbing was with an axe and or a knife, and the g-force was averted when the plane hit an air pocket in mid-plummet that prevented water from spilling or people from going flying. Also, the NY Times reports that passengers said luggage spilled out of opened bins, yet videos in the plane show none of this. Are the videos fake? *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. Subscribe to remove ads. The show has no sponsorship and has been banned countless places. 

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:• The diplomatic channel with Iran remains open, with Qatar carrying messages between Washington and Tehran even as the U.S. imposes another round of sanctions.• U.S. forces are leaving Iraq after more than two decades, raising concerns that Iran-backed militias or ISIS could exploit the resulting security vacuum.• Pakistan says it will defend Saudi Arabia against the Houthis by “whatever means are available,” raising the possibility that Islamabad could become directly involved in the widening conflict.• Britain says a Beijing research institute is secretly operating as a front for Chinese intelligence, targeting sensitive technology and expertise from Western institutions.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/@presidentsdailybriefHomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage.Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDBCardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB

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

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

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

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:• Iran's ability to restrict oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is weakening as regional exports rebound, potentially eroding one of Tehran's most important sources of leverage.• The Kremlin is pressuring Russian companies to pay for their own drone defenses as Ukrainian strikes increasingly threaten industrial sites deep inside Russia.• U.S. military cyber and national-security forces are being brought into efforts to protect November's midterm elections from foreign hackers and influence operations.• South Korea says North Korean mines caused last week's DMZ explosion that wounded two South Korean personnel, raising new tensions over an alleged violation of the Korean War armistice.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/@presidentsdailybriefQUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDBTax Relief Advocates: End your tax nightmare today by visiting us online at https://TRA.com or call 800-583-6515Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDB

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Howie Mandel Negotiations with Iran….Deal or No Deal? Robot Soldiers – new and exciting. 30-Year Bond Mayhem and gullible markets. So much economic news coming up – let’s dig in. PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? PayPal.Donation.Button({ env:'production', hosted_button_id:'JJJHP2GDEJC7J', image: { src:'https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif', alt:'Donate with PayPal button', title:'PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!', } }).render('#donate-button'); Follow John S. Dvorak on X Follow Andrew Horowitz on X Warm-Up -  Closest to The Pin??????????? - Howie Mandel Negotiations with Iran....Deal or No Deal? - Robot Soldiers - new and exciting Markets - 30-Year Bond Mayhem!  Alliteration or Tautogram? - This week in Economics - plenty to come - What is wrong with Nike? - How gullible can markets be?   DHU MAILING LIST! - Go to DHUnplugged.com GAME: IS IT AN ALLITERATION OR TAUTOGRAM ----- Alliteration: The repetition of the same initial sound in neighboring words (for example, "big bad bears"). -------Tautogram: A strict form of alliteration where all words in a phrase or sentence begin with the identical letter - Which is it? :::  Bessent's Big Bond Blunder Backfired! How about this?  Brash Billionaire Bessent's Botched Big Bond Blunder Backfired Bitterly! THIS WEEK IN ECONOMIC NEWS............... TUESDAY - THE CONSUMER AND JOB OPENINGS - Consumer confidence and August job openings arrive at 10 AM ET. - Watch whether households are getting more worried about prices and whether employers are still hiring. WEDNESDAY - INFLATION AND SPENDING - August PCE inflation, personal income and spending arrive at 8:30 AM ET, alongside updated second-quarter GDP figures. - The key question: is spending holding up while inflation stays elevated? THURSDAY - FACTORY CHECK - September ISM manufacturing arrives at 10 AM ET. Watch new orders, employment and prices paid for signs that growth and inflation are pulling in different directions. FRIDAY - THE BIG ONE - September payrolls, unemployment and wages arrive at 8:30 AM ET. - The current forecast is about 100,000 jobs and 4.1% unemployment, down from August's 162,000 job gain. FAST FOOD'S SQUEEZE - McDonald's CEO expects elevated inflation and flat restaurant traffic to persist. US same-store sales rose just 0.8% last quarter as visits fell. - McDonald's plans $8.5 billion in support for restaurant upgrades through 2036, betting better operations and value offers can win back customers. -- Wendy's faces its own traffic problem and plans to close up to roughly 350 underperforming US restaurants in 2026. -- Meritage Hospitality Group, a franchisee operating 314 Wendy's locations, filed for bankruptcy protection on September 17. Wendy's itself did not file. - The common problem: customers are visiting less often while food, labor and restaurant costs remain high. - La Vie on Saturday ($36 Mezza Plate!) MCD CHART AMERICA.GOV - AI for all Americans! - Did you see the images? CHINA'S AI LABS BORROW CLAUDE - Anthropic accused several Chinese AI labs of extracting Claude's capabilities to train competing models. - Alibaba allegedly generated more than 151 million Claude exchanges. - Moonshot generated more than 23 million; DeepSeek more than 12 million. - Some customer prompts were allegedly routed through Claude without users knowing. - Anthropic tightened verification and account controls in response. $5,000 MIDTERM PROMISE - Trump promised $5,000 to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain Congress. - A universal payment would cost well above $1 trillion. - He told voters to "pretend that I'm on the ballot." - No detailed funding mechanism or legislative structure was presented. ROBOT SOLDIERS - Chinese military researchers are studying humanoid robots for battlefield use. - Possible roles include reconnaissance, logistics, infiltration and urban combat. - One study modeled six robots clearing a building alongside human troops. - China produced about 95% of global humanoid shipments in 2025. - No evidence shows armed humanoids are operational with PLA units yet. NIKE LOST INDEX STATUS - Nike is being removed from the S&P 100 after 18 years. - Its market value has fallen roughly 80% from five years ago. - Nike shares are around $36, making it the smallest-weighted stock in the price-weighted Dow at about 0.4%. - Reuters noted that its Dow membership could now be at risk as well. - Nike shares have gained only about 5% since joining the Dow in 2013. 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We were thrilled to host our good friend Scott Sheffield in advance of his new book, From Tehran to the Permian: Leading the Shale Revolution and My Fight for Energy Independence, publishing on October 6th. Scott's career spans more than four decades, including serving as CEO of Parker & Parsley and later Pioneer Natural Resources, where he helped lead the company through multiple industry cycles and played an important role in the development of the Permian Basin and the U.S. shale revolution. Scott's new book traces that journey from his formative years living in Tehran through his decades in the energy industry, sharing the leadership lessons, challenges, and experiences that shaped him along the way. We were honored to host Scott and hear his reflections on his career and his latest perspectives across the energy landscape. In our conversation, we cover the many lessons and experiences captured in From Tehran to the Permian. Scott shares his perspective on culture and leadership, including his emphasis on mutual respect, accountability, efficiency, and maintaining a family feel as Pioneer grew. He reflects on navigating multiple industry downturns, the importance of maintaining low leverage and financial flexibility, building strong management teams and boards, and learning to listen and empower others. We discuss Pioneer's evolution from its roots in the Spraberry to international exploration and ultimately back to the Permian, as well as Scott's willingness to change strategy as markets and opportunities evolved. We explore the evolution of the broader oil and gas industry, including the maturation of U.S. shale, the opportunities and challenges of international exploration, Scott's long history with Australia and the Beetaloo Basin, and his perspectives on shareholder activism, capital discipline, industry consolidation, and the future of public versus private independents. Scott also reflects on his experiences in Iran and shares his perspectives on Iran and Venezuela, as well as his experience with the FTC following ExxonMobil's acquisition of Pioneer. We touch on today's energy landscape, including Scott's role in helping lift the U.S. crude oil export ban in 2015, his thoughts on the potential implications of restricting diesel exports, and the importance of natural gas infrastructure as power demand grows. Scott also shares observations from his time on the Williams board and the increasingly important intersection of natural gas, power generation, LNG, AI, and data centers. Throughout the conversation, we return to many of the themes that define Scott's career and book: culture, adaptability, financial discipline, great people, and a willingness to listen and evolve. To start the show, Mike Bradley highlighted Pioneer Natural Resources' impressive long-term value creation, from its formation in 1997 through its acquisition by ExxonMobil in 2024. Turning to fixed income, he noted that Treasury yields moved higher this week, with the 10-year Treasury yield rising ~10 basis points to ~5.3%, near a 25-year high. Investors are now focused on Wednesday's PCE Price Index report, with a stronger-than-expected reading potentially reinforcing expectations for additional rate hikes. WTI is trading at ~$89/bbl, down ~$4/bbl this week and ~$11/bbl over the past two weeks, driven in part by continued oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and the restart of Saudi Arabia's East-West Pipeline, restoring ~3mmbpd of capacity. Mike noted that a key uncertainty for refined product markets remains whether the Trump Administration will move forward with a temporary diesel export ban. In equities, the DJIA and S&P 500 are both down ~1% this week. With the third quarter drawing to a close, Mike highlighted a significant divergence in sector performance, with Energy up ~15% for the quarter while Utilities declined ~15%. Looking ahead, he noted that further moderation in crude oil and diesel prices could ease inflationary pressures, help stabilize interest rates, and provide a more constructive backdrop for equity markets. Arjun Murti also joined and reflected on knowing Scott from their first meeting during Arjun's time at Goldman Sachs to their more recent work together at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy.

After a pilot was stabbed and a plane emergency landed, we get the view from Tel Aviv. Then: has the Iran war’s unpopularity given Tehran sway in US politics? Plus: amid a global museum boom, we visit some of our favourites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes WNTN 1550 AM-Wednesday morning, and America is leaving two theaters at once... The last troops out of Iraq today, 23 years after going in, with Iran already declaring victory in the streets of Tehran. At the White House, Trump handed the AI industry a handshake and called it regulation, choosing voluntary promises over legal accountability for the most powerful technology ever built. And tonight, the Red Sox face elimination in New York. Three stories, one morning, and in all three the question is the same — who is really in control?

Listen to Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes WNTN 1550 AM-Wednesday morning, and America is leaving two theaters at once... The last troops out of Iraq today, 23 years after going in, with Iran already declaring victory in the streets of Tehran. At the White House, Trump handed the AI industry a handshake and called it regulation, choosing voluntary promises over legal accountability for the most powerful technology ever built. And tonight, the Red Sox face elimination in New York. Three stories, one morning, and in all three the question is the same — who is really in control?

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard just released an extraordinary open letter directly addressing the American people as pressure on Tehran intensifies. Larry breaks down what the letter actually says, what’s happening to Iran’s oil leverage, and the latest economic, immigration and Supreme Court developments back home. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 580-308-0975 or visit https://chapter.com/oconnor. *Paid PartnershipBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the fall of Saddam Hussein more than two decades ago, the US has had a near-continuous military presence in Iraq... until now.The last troops have been withdrawn, ending a process started by Joe Biden and endorsed by Donald Trump. But the timing of the departure has been questioned - with the US still at war with Iran.According to Iraqi security experts, the withdrawal could give Tehran and its proxies free rein, while also risking a comeback from the Islamic State terror group.So, why have Americans decided to leave Iraq now? And what will it mean for the future of the country - and stability of the wider region?Niall Paterson is joined by Sky's military analyst Robert Clark, who served in the British military in Iraq and Afghanistan.There is more exclusive analysis and content on the conflict in the Middle East on the new Sky News Defence Insider app.Sky News Defence Insider is a subscription app designed for audiences seeking deeper insight into defence, security and global affairs.Download and subscribe here. Paid subscription required for full access. UK only. 18+. T&Cs apply.

VOV1 - Truyền thông khu vực dẫn lời một quan chức Iran giấu tên sáng nay cho biết Iran đã nhận được phản hồi chính thức của Mỹ với đề xuất của Tehran về mở lại eo biển Hormuz trong vòng 7 ngày.Theo nguồn tin, phản hồi của Mỹ với đề xuất mở lại eo Hormuz của Iran, đã được nhà trung gian Qatar chuyển cho Ngoại trưởng Iran Abbas Aragchi tối qua (29/9), khi ông Araghchi ghé thăm Doha trong ít giờ. Dự kiến, trong ngày hôm nay, giới chức Iran sẽ tiến hành các cuộc thảo luận và đánh giá về phản hồi của Mỹ. Tuy nhiên, thông tin chi tiết liên quan đến nội dung phản hồi, không được đề cập.Trước đó, Tổng thống Mỹ Donald Trump cuối tuần trước đã bác bỏ đề xuất mà Iran đưa ra ngày 24/9 về mở lại eo biển Hormuz trong vòng 7 ngày kèm một số điều kiện, trong đó có điều khoản chấm dứt giao tranh trên mọi mặt trận và dỡ bỏ phong tỏa kinh tế của Mỹ chống Iran. Mặc dù vậy, ông Trump bày tỏ hy vọng các cuộc đối thoại giữa hai bên sẽ sớm được khôi phục, có thể là ngay trong tuần này.Về phía Qatar, Bộ Ngoại giao nước này hôm qua xác nhận đang thực hiện việc trung chuyển thông điệp qua lại giữa Mỹ và Iran. Tuy nhiên, kế hoạch nối lại các cuộc hòa đàm liên quan, không được nhắc đến.Mỹ và Iran tiến hành vòng đàm phán chính thức cuối cùng tại Thụy Sỹ giữa tháng 6, ngay sau sự kiện hai nước ký Bản ghi nhớ Islamabad, còn gọi là thỏa thuận tạm thời về chấm dứt chiến tranh. Thế nhưng, triển vọng hòa đàm đã “lâm vào ngõ cụt”, sau tuyên bố hôm 8/7 của Tổng thống Trump về vô hiệu hóa hoàn toàn thỏa thuận.Ngày 22/9 vừa qua, Ngoại trưởng Iran Abbas Araghchi và Đặc phái viên Mỹ Steve Witkoff, đã có cuộc trao đổi gián tiếp không chính thức đầu tiên ở New York, bên lề Đại hội đồng Liên hợp quốc, dưới sự trung gian của Qatar. Tuy nhiên, không có bất kỳ đột phá hay thỏa thuận nào được tạo ra trong lần đối thoại này./.Bá Thi/ VOV Ai CậpEo biển Hormuz

Tue » Washington is pushing Iran's oil exports toward zero—but China may still keep Tehran afloat.Also: A mother lost access to her daughter's medical records on her 12th birthday—even though the girl was too young to create the email account needed to log in. Students bring Bibles to public school, while a roommate program builds independence on both sides. Plus: Lola the cat spends five days inside a wall, and WORLD's Cal Thomas on the Netanyahu argument dozens of delegates walked out before hearing.EP 3497 · Tue Sep 29, 2026★ YOUR STICKER IS HERE Get your free commemorative sticker celebrating 15 years and 100 million downloads. Request yours by tomorrow: theworldandeverythinginit.org/sticker☀️ Today's stories› Tuesday morning news› Iran sanctions: Not quite nothing› Medical records: Locked out, still exposed› Bring Your Bible: Out of the backpack› Kicker: Up a wall› Shepherd's Way: The house that teaches› Cal Thomas: The argument unheardThank you for supporting The World and Everything in It ❤️ wng.org/donate──────────────Additional support comes from Dordt University, providing student musicians with opportunities to discover, develop, and share the gift of music and bring glory to God.From Barnabas Aid, providing help for the suffering and persecuted church around the world. Projects aim to strengthen Christian individuals, churches and their communities by providing material and spiritual support in response to needs identified by local Christian leaders on the ground. We also host the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church on November 1. More at www.barnabasaid.org/idop.And from Asbury University: where students are equipped to grow in Christ, prepare for meaningful careers, and build lifelong relationships. Whether you're looking for an on-campus experience, an online bachelor's degree, or graduate studies, you'll find a Christ-centered education rooted in academic excellence and authentic community. Learn more at asbury.edu and follow @asburyuniversity on social media.

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

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:• The latest U.S.-Iran peace effort may still be alive despite President Trump's rejection of Tehran's proposal, as mediators work to bridge disputes over Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief, and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.• Ukraine says its forces continue to retake territory in northern Donetsk as they try to disrupt Russia's latest offensive in the east.• Two North Korean soldiers captured while fighting for Russia are now at the center of a diplomatic dispute between South Korea and Ukraine, while potentially offering Seoul valuable intelligence about Pyongyang's military operations.• A new Wall Street Journal report says Egypt's intelligence chief personally warned Benjamin Netanyahu about the possibility of an attack from Gaza before October 7, an account the Israeli prime minister disputes.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/@presidentsdailybriefCardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage.Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDBWashington and Tehran Are Still Negotiating Behind the Scenes

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• First, European officials are confronting a new alleged Russian attack on NATO soil, adding urgency to efforts to develop a common response to sabotage and other hybrid threats.• Later, a new Senate investigation says Iran has relied heavily on cryptocurrency to move money around U.S. sanctions, exposing a growing digital workaround within Tehran's shadow banking network.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 Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage.Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDBWashington and Tehran Are Still Negotiating Behind the Scenes

A cluster of lights hovered slowly over an active war zone in Tehran this week, almost exactly 50 years after Iranian Air Force jets lost all instrumentation chasing an unidentified object in that same airspace. Tonight, filling in on the panel, Sound Man Skeeter joins Jeremy to break down why the new footage is being compared to one of the most credible military UFO encounters ever recorded: the 1976 Tehran Incident.Then in the briefing: a rigorous, peer-reviewed test of out-of-body experiences was designed to finally settle the question. While it failed on its own terms, it produced a result the lead researcher says she can't explain.And in quick hits: Stanford says the human brain isn't one organ, it's two ancient nervous systems fused together over 550 million years; Loch Ness just had its busiest year on record; the Mothman Festival keeps exploding in size; a new test pushes on the edges of quantum mechanics; and a very expensive statue gets sunk in the Mediterranean on purpose.New here? Subscribe, leave a rating and review, and find us everywhere @infiniterabbithole.♾️

Trump is pushing back hard on a new report about negotiations with Iran, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s warning about Iran’s economy is followed by another record low for the country’s currency. Meanwhile, Tehran says indirect talks with the United States are getting more serious. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 580-308-0975 or visit https://chapter.com/oconnor. *Paid PartnershipBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said Tehran discussed proposals with Qatari mediators to present to the US, and that a response is to be relayed to Tehran through Qatari mediators. Iranian Foreign Minister said they expect a US response today.Iran was reported to have agreed to halt enrichment in exchange for easing US sanctions, although the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson later denied these reports.US President Trump denied reports that he is prepared to ease sanctions on Iran and release its frozen assets in exchange for progress on the nuclear issue.The RBA hiked rates by 25bps to 4.60%, as expected, and noted it will raise the cash rate further if needed; Press conference at 06:30 BST.Crude futures edged higher overnight; APAC stocks were mostly subdued; European equity futures indicate a flat/positive cash market open.Looking ahead, highlights include Spanish Inflation (Sep) & Retail Sales (Aug), EZ Economic Sentiment (Sep), US JOLTS (Aug). Speakers include RBA's Bullock, ECB's Cipollone, Lagarde, Vujcic & Lane, Fed's Goolsbee, Williams, Bowman, Barr & Waller, BoC's Gravelle, BoE's Taylor & Mann. Supply from the UK & Italy. Earnings from Micron.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said Tehran discussed proposals with Qatari mediators to present to the US, and that a response is to be relayed to Tehran through Qatari mediators. Iranian Foreign Minister said they expect a US response today; Brent -0.2%Iran was reported to have agreed to halt enrichment in exchange for easing US sanctions, although the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson later denied these reports.US President Trump denied reports that he is prepared to ease sanctions on Iran and release its frozen assets in exchange for progress on the nuclear issue.European bourses are firmer; US equity futures trade on either side of the unchanged mark.DXY is slightly stronger, holding just shy of 101.50; Aussie lags after the RBA hiked rates by 25bps, though Governor Bullock tilted dovish.Gilts outperform ahead of UK PM Burnham; USTs await data, Fed speak and geopolitical updates.Looking ahead, highlights include US JOLTS (Aug). Speakers include ECB's Lagarde, Vujcic & Lane, Fed's Musalem, Goolsbee, Williams, Bowman, Barr & Waller, BoC's Gravelle, BoE's Taylor & Mann. Earnings from Micron.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Oil jumps around four percent after Trump rejects Tehran's peace proposal, pulling stocks lower to start the week. Plus: Nvidia announces a record buyback, Boeing stumbles, and Redcare Pharmacy soars in Germany.>>> Follow me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/endrit-cela/>>> Follow me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/endritcela_official/Disclaimer for "Capital Markets Quickie" Podcast:The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are based on information available at the time of recording and reflect the personal perspectives of the host. They do not represent the viewpoints of any other projects, cooperations, or affiliations the host may be involved in. "Capital Markets Quickie" does not offer financial advice. Before making any financial decisions, please conduct your own due diligence and consult with a financial advisor.

In today's edition of The Update Journal, the stars are maybe going to align. Tatum Paxley is actually going to be in a Money In The Bank qualifying match this Friday on SmackDown. For real this time. We had it rigorously checked. At the same time, my Tatum hoodie arrived in the mail.What the fuck did they do to Thomas The Tank Engine? We're talking about the new Thomas reboot arriving on Netflix on September 30th. Getting back into the rhythm after a break is real work. There's planning, mental prep, and the adjustment period that nobody talks about.In the headlines on #TheUpdate this Monday, the Northeast is still dealing with the aftermath of the powerful Nor'easter, which spent much of the weekend battering the area with heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. One NYCHA employee was killed at the Cypress Houses in East New York in Brooklyn.The NYPD is investigating after a woman was found dead yesterday near East Drive and East 74th Street. They responded shortly before 9:45 AM and found a woman believed to be in her 60's with significant trauma to her body.And in Washington, President Trump says that he expects the United States and Iran to hold another round of indirect talks this week, despite rejecting Tehran's latest proposal for ending the conflict.

1951TEHRAN Unpacking Iran Global Operations StrategyJanatyn Sayeh exposes Tehran's global coercion strategy, including the crowdsourced intelligence platform Alaj used to target dissidents and Western interests. Commenting on arrests near a UK airbase hosting American forces, Sayeh explains how Iran contracts organized crime gangs, Hell's Angels, and ideological operatives for transnational plots while routinely denying state involvement. Domestically, the IRGC is increasingly militarizing society—training civilians, women, and youth—in preparation for enduring conflict. Meanwhile, a rebranded Baloch insurgency demonstrates heightened military and intelligence capabilities against IRGC commanders. Sayeh concludes that former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi represents the most viable opposition leadership option. (9)

Scott Bessent says Iran may have just two weeks before its remaining oil deliveries to China run out. The panel debates whether Tehran is nearing an economic breaking point, Iran's warning of a "doomsday war," rising oil prices and growing questions over its Supreme Leader's condition.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down the thwarted terror plot against a US airbase in England, weighing whether Iran, Russia, or China could be behind the five men arrested planning what Trump called "big damage." Bryan covers the latest on indirect US-Iran peace talks after Trump rejects Tehran's ceasefire offer, Russia's fears of a new ground drone war after Ukraine's deadly robot ambush killed 3,000 troops, and a stunning claim from Trump's China Ambassador that the President offered to sell American weapons to Xi Jinping. Plus, Bryan covers new polling showing record high American support for socialism, a taxpayer funded anti-Communism ad drawing Democrat fury, a fresh set of 26 impeachment articles against Trump, the Supreme Court reviving a DHS citizenship check database, and Texas ranchers warning that ICE raids could drive up beef prices. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, UK terror plot, US airbase, Iran, Russia, China, Ukraine drones, ceasefire, David Perdue, socialism poll, Trump impeachment, Ro Khanna, DHS voter database, Supreme Court, Texas ranchers, ICE, beef prices

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President Trump says he is confident the war with Iran will end soon and the United States will come out on the winning side. He added that he has not ruled out more airstrikes but oil prices will fall sharply once the conflict does end and that Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's speech to the U.N. General Assembly, last week, said Tehran is ready to resume fighting but remains open to diplomacy, including submitting its nuclear program for international inspection. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with HIllel Neuer, executive director of UN Watch, who says he is confident that the President's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will succeed in working out a deal with Iranian leaders. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran sits at the center of a rapidly changing global order as military and economic pressure continues to build on the regime. A collapse in Tehran could transform the Middle East and represent one of the most consequential geopolitical shifts since the fall of the Berlin Wall. Beyond Iran, major changes are unfolding across Russia, […]

Police in the UK are investigating alleged Iranian links to a suspected bomb plot to attack RAF Fairford, the main base for US bombers during the Iran war. Donald Trump says the suspects intended “big damage”. On today's episode of Iran: the Latest, Venetia Rainey talks to crime correspondent Will Bolton about the latest news of the massive security breach, including how a local farmer foiled the alleged plot last-minute and led to the arrest of five British men, since released on bail. Plus, Trump rejects Iran's proposal for a ceasefire, Tehran warns it is ready for a “doomsday war” if bombing resumes after the midterms, eight US Marines are revealed to have been injured by a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, and global diesel supplies dry up.HighlightsTrump says ‘bomb plot' suspects planned ‘big damage' to UK base for Iran bombersIran 'ready for doomsday war' after Trump rejects 7-day Strait of Hormuz dealCONTRIBUTORS:Venetia Rainey, co-host and executive producer @venetiaraineyRoland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphantWill Bolton, crime correspondent @WillBoltonsWATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnf_DDTfIVAif-vifC6F2aoPB8GIw6dkCONTENT REFERENCED:RAF base terror suspects are British nationalshttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/28/raf-terror-suspects-british-nationals/Iran's terrifying global campaign of revenge – and how it targets enemieshttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/09/27/irans-terrifying-revenge-countries-that-oppose-it/Face-to-face with ‘bomb plotters': Farmer tells of 999 call after stumbling on masked menhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/27/villager-999-call-masked-men-raf-fairford-counter-terror/Why the world is ‘freaking out' about dieselhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/09/21/diesel-crisis-world-racing-towards-a-fuel-cliff-edge/Lloyd's List: Iran's ship attacks show strategy of disruption not discriminationhttps://www.lloydslist.com/LL1158552/The-week-in-charts-Irans-ship-attacks-show-strategy-of-disruption-not-discrimination--Abu-Dhabi-emerges-as-container-shippings-Hormuz-shuttle-operatorWinner 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.

Today, Les, Jamil, John, and Andy examine the latest twist in U.S.-Iran negotiations after reports emerged that the Trump administration rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on terms resembling a version of the JD Vance MOU from mid-June. The administration has since rebuffed the overture, signaling confidence that a stronger deal is within reach, while Iran's economy continues to buckle under sustained sanctions pressure and economic squeeze. Adding intrigue to the moment, a suspected Iranian-linked plot targeting a U.S. Air Force base in the United Kingdom may have shaped Tehran's calculus in floating the offer when it did.Is Tehran's proposal a genuine opening or a pressure play designed to buy time? What would a credible Iran deal actually require, and is the administration close to achieving one? Could the reported attempted attack on a U.S. Air Force base in the UK signal that Iran is simultaneously pursuing diplomacy and covert escalation?Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of Fault Lines.@lestermunson@JohnCLipsey@jamil_n_jaffer@AndyKeiserLike what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. And don't forget to follow @faultlines_pod and @masonnatsec on Twitter!We are also on YouTube; watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/8P0-u7fzwns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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President Trump says he is confident the war with Iran will end soon and the United States will come out on the winning side. He added that he has not ruled out more airstrikes but oil prices will fall sharply once the conflict does end and that Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's speech to the U.N. General Assembly, last week, said Tehran is ready to resume fighting but remains open to diplomacy, including submitting its nuclear program for international inspection. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with HIllel Neuer, executive director of UN Watch, who says he is confident that the President's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will succeed in working out a deal with Iranian leaders. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since 2006, at least 2,000 people from Los Angeles to Tehran have claimed that the same stranger visits them in their dreams, a man not one of them says they've ever met in waking life.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ThisManREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4jdks4j3FEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: People around the world are dreaming about the very same man, a stranger they do not know. Who is this man? How is he invading the dreams of thousands of people? (Are You Dreaming This Man) *** On a warm July night in 1919, the body of young Bella Wright was found with a bullet hole in her head. Now, exactly 100 years later, the mystery of her murder is still unsolved. (The Man With The Green Bicycle) *** Weirdo family member Darren shares a story about one of his co-workers. (More Than Just Books In The Library) *** The bloodstain remains on the floor to this day—and several witnesses have claimed to see a black mist materialize from the spot and glide through the house. We'll look at what could be the most haunted home in Philadelphia. (The Haunting of Grumblethorpe) *** The legendary paranormal researcher, Harry Price was the first to go ghost hunting inthe infamous Borley Rectory. But some think there is more mystery to the man himself than to anything he chose to investigate. (The Mysterious Ghost Hunter, Harry Price) *** Demons are notorious for possessing innocent human beings – but it doesn't always need to be a person. Sometimes a demon can simply take up residence in your house. We'll look at some signs to determine if that is happening in your home. (When Your Home Has a Demon) *** In a small town in Russia, numerous voodoo dolls suddenly appeared on pillars, fences, and bus stops. Where did they come from, and what is their purpose? (The Terrifying Dolls That Appeared From Nowhere) *** In a small Seattle apartment, Cleveland Tony Harmon's past has finally caught up with him. Now he's ready to tell his terrifying story. (Haunted By His Paranormal Past) *** Weirdo family member Julia Harrison describes the endless horrors she experienced when she bought a new home. (It Began When They Gave Me The House Key) *** Strange and spooky things have been happening in a small town in Ohio. But then, you should probably expect the abnormal when you live in a place named “Helltown”. 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Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (9/27/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth is, or claiming they have the answer, is likely leading you astray, for one reason or another. Stay Vigilant. !function(r,u,m,b,l,e){r._Rumble=b,r[b]||(r[b]=function(){(r[b]._=r[b]._||[]).push(arguments);if(r[b]._.length==1){l=u.createElement(m),e=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0],l.async=1,l.src="https://rumble.com/embedJS/u2q643"+(arguments[1].video?'.'+arguments[1].video:'')+"/?url="+encodeURIComponent(location.href)+"&args="+encodeURIComponent(JSON.stringify([].slice.apply(arguments))),e.parentNode.insertBefore(l,e)}})}(window, document, "script", "Rumble");   Rumble("play", {"video":"v7dw7p6","div":"rumble_v7dw7p6"}); Source Links (In Chronological Order): RAF Fairford terror plot ‘looking to do big damage', Donald Trump says | The Standard (22) ColonelTowner-Watkins on X: "So NATO is going to launch drone attacks on their own countries and pretend Russia did it. Got it. #OperationGladio" / X (22) Sulaiman Ahmed on X: "JUST IN: IRAN PRESIDENT PEZESHKIAN SAYS ISRAEL MAY HAVE CARRIED OUT FALSE FLAG ATTACK ON SAUDI PIPELINES “We and Yemen had no involvement in the attack on Saudi Arabia's pipeline. It is not unlikely that Israel carried out this action in order to inflame tensions and fuel https://t.co/yx6706pY5Y" / X Iran offers deal to US to reopen Strait of Hormuz that Donald Trump rejects - ABC News Trump Reportedly Rejects Iranian Proposal and Plans To Resume Bombing After Election - NewsBreak (22) Seyed Mohammad Marandi on X: "Remember this when the global and US economies crash." / X Waltz says Iran wanted sanctions relief up front in rejected deal; Tehran pushes back - POLITICO State Dept Revealed To Be Using Israeli Intelligence-Linked Chat App Involved In Trump Admin Hack (22) The Last American Vagabond on X: "There is just no question which nations are the ones perpetuating this madness. That Trump still pretends to "control the strait" is not only a lie, it's pathetic and suggests he is not the one controlling the situation at all." / X Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian Says 'We Have No Trust' in the U.S. (22) Esha K on X: "By March 11, US/Israel has struck 18 hospitals https://t.co/bTkMD8lkpw" / X WHO confirms 18 attacks on healthcare sites in Iran | Reuters (22) MintPress News on X: "

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Joanna Coles and Hugh Dougherty dig into Donald Trump's extraordinary welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping, from the red-carpet spectacle and lavish state dinner to the tensions over Taiwan, Iran, and China's support for Tehran. They examine what Xi's carefully chosen language of the “Thucydides Trap” reveals about the increasingly complicated U.S.-China relationship, and why the White House's embrace of Chinese power looks so striking alongside Trump's attacks on Beijing. Then, with the midterms looming, Hugh breaks down the Republican panic showing up in key races across the country, where money is shifting and some GOP candidates appear eager to keep Trump at arm's length. Plus, the escalating fight between Trump and the press, the White House's attempt to restrict CNN's access, the media's decision to stand together, and Trump's launch of his own 24/7 “Trump TV”—before Joanna and Hugh get into the bizarre resemblance between Ivanka Trump and Natalie Harp that had everyone doing a double take. #ad Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/DAILYBEAST! #honeylovepod #ad Start a free trial and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core at https://monarch.com with code BEAST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:• Washington tightens the economic pressure on Tehran with new sanctions aimed at grounding Iranian aircraft and cutting off key financial lifelines. Miad Maleki of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to break down the latest measures.• As sanctions squeeze Iran's economy, we examine how severe the damage has become and whether mounting economic pressure could fuel new unrest inside the country. Alireza Jafarzadeh of the National Council of Resistance of Iran joins us with an inside look.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 Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 48% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com/PDB MOD: For a free consultation and get 10% off your first order PLUS free shipping with promo code PDB at https://mod.com

Trump pulled out all the stops at the state dinner to regale the guy who is working with our enemy: Not only has China been helping Iran target and kill American soldiers, it's also been shipping Tehran component parts for drones and missile guidance systems. Senate Republicans, of course, blocked an effort to end the war as one of their last votes before the midterms. Meanwhile, election deniers keep showing us that they're going to try to monkey around with the election results in November. Plus: Alex discusses her new book about the origin story behind today's supermajority Supreme Court, and warns that Republicans may try to steal another SCOTUS seat in the lame duck Congress. Alex Wagner joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.show notes: Alex's book, “The Steal” Tim's ‘Take' on Republican candidates trying to run from their record on the Iran war The WSJ on China shipping drone parts to Iran Tim's playlist The Bulwark's campaign to help the Haitian community of Springfield The Bulwark store

On today's podcast, Executive Editor Natalie Orpett is joined by Ariane Tabatabai and Julia Curlee. Ari is Vice President of Research, Security and Defense at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and a Contributing Editor at Lawfare, and Julia Curlee is a Public Service Fellow at Lawfare. They talk about the war in Iran: where things stand today, and how we got here—including how the gutting of the national security apparatus in Washington affected the way the war is being waged by Tehran.Ari and Julia's Foreign Policy piece is available here: https://foreignpolicy.com/2026/09/09/trump-iran-deep-state-purges-intelligence-bureaucracy/?utm_content=gifting&tpcc=gifting_article&gifting_article=dHJ1bXAtaXJhbi1kZWVwLXN0YXRlLXB1cmdlcy1pbnRlbGxpZ2VuY2UtYnVyZWF1Y3JhY3k=&pid=PNIGUh1udtg297dTo receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.