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Mar 20, 2026 • 2min
Two more IRGC officials killed, Iran strikes Gulf oil facilities
Reports of senior IRGC figures being killed and retaliatory strikes on Gulf oil facilities. Discussion of calls for a ground component alongside air operations. Coverage of cross-border attacks and rocket strikes causing injuries. Promotion of related podcast conversations and listener engagement.

Mar 20, 2026 • 2min
Tehran targeted ahead of Persian new year, Iran hits Kuwait oil again
Short briefing on rising Iran-related tensions and strikes that threaten regional energy security. Coverage includes intensified cross-border attacks and rocket incidents along Israel's northern border. Reports on expanding air raids and large-scale displacement in Beirut and southern Lebanon. Quick note on international diplomatic reactions and UN Security Council discussions.

Mar 20, 2026 • 2min
Pentagon asks for additional $200bn for Iran war, EU struggling with energy crisis
Quick updates on widening US and Israeli messaging three weeks into the Iran conflict. Discussion of calls for a ground component and closed UN Security Council consultations on energy security. Coverage of EU leaders grappling with higher energy costs and vulnerability to global gas price spikes. A look ahead at drone strikes in Pakistan and the impact of cheap drone technology.

Mar 19, 2026 • 2min
Iran warns allies of US, EU leaders meeting on Iran war
Quick headlines on rising Iran-Israel tensions and international reactions. A Pentagon briefing and the U.S. defense response are highlighted. Coverage includes presidential remarks at Dover and a nod to a true crime series relaunch. Listeners are invited to share feedback.

Mar 19, 2026 • 2min
Iran says attacks on energy sites not over, Oil and gas prices spike
Coverage of a series of Iranian strikes on Gulf energy facilities and the regional fallout. Diplomatic tensions spike with expulsions and stern warnings from Washington. Global oil and gas markets react sharply, sending European gas futures and Brent prices surging. European leaders scramble to put energy costs at the top of the agenda.

Mar 19, 2026 • 2min
Iran strikes LNG site in Qatar, Trump says he wasn't aware of Israeli attack on Iran
Coverage of strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure, including damage to LNG and refinery sites in Qatar and the UAE. Reporting on a drone attack at Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery. Discussion of public statements denying prior knowledge of an Israeli strike and warnings about further retaliation. A brief preview of an upcoming segment about the Epstein files.

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Mar 19, 2026 • 3min
Saudi Arabia FM says 'all trust' lost with Iran, Iran strikes Qatar gas facility
Brief regional security roundup covering deadly attacks in Tel Aviv and the occupied West Bank. Coverage of Iran's missile strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure, including a targeted Qatari gas facility. Reaction from Qatar urging de-escalation and condemning the strikes. Notes on large-scale displacement and heavy casualties inside Iran amid ongoing strikes.

Mar 18, 2026 • 3min
Iraq resumes oil export, Japan PM heading to Washington
Coverage of strikes in Beirut and Sidon and the resulting displacement and casualties. Lebanon's leadership reviews security and border stability. Iraq and Kurdish authorities reach a deal to restart oil exports through Turkey. Tensions rise as Washington pushes for naval deployments in the region. Rafah crossing remains closed, worsening aid and medical shortages in Gaza.

Mar 18, 2026 • 3min
Israel says it killed Iranian intelligence minister, Iranian women's football team heads home
Breaking news of a claimed airstrike killing Iran's intelligence minister and vows that no one in Iran will have immunity. Reports of Israeli strikes in Lebanon with civilian casualties and rising tensions with Hezbollah. A deal to resume Iraqi oil exports via Kurdistan is covered. The Iranian women's national football team returns home after controversy surrounding the tournament.

Mar 18, 2026 • 3min
Israeli attacks on Beirut, Iran to hold funeral for security officials
Abbas al-Akchi, Iran's foreign minister, speaks about Iran's political resilience following the killings of senior officials. He addresses regional tensions and responses to Israeli strikes. The segment also covers shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and proposed changes to oil transit rules.


