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Andrew Roth, a Washington-based global affairs correspondent, breaks down the murky claims of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. He discusses why negotiation details are unclear. He explains market-timing behind peace statements. He outlines likely Iranian intermediaries and contrasting U.S. and Iranian proposals. He assesses U.S. troop moves, mission creep, and how long the conflict might persist.

Andrew Hastie, a Liberal MP focused on national security and industry, talks geopolitics, Iran conflict dynamics and why he calls Trump overconfident. He argues for reindustrialisation and energy sovereignty, debates renewables versus diesel for Australia’s vast distances, and outlines a centre-right plan to counter One Nation while addressing migration and economic resilience.

William Christou, The Guardian reporter based in Lebanon, gives front-line dispatches from Beirut and southern towns. He describes daily strikes, mass displacement and the targeting of bridges and health facilities. He recounts intense clashes with Hezbollah, local fears of Gaza-style tactics and the humanitarian consequences of a possible occupation.

Tom McIlroy, political editor at Guardian Australia, explains policy choices and government levers. Jonathan Barrett, business editor at Guardian Australia, breaks down market and economic impacts. They discuss Australia’s thin fuel buffer, real versus panic-driven shortages, inflationary ripple effects, political and diplomatic responses, and whether the shock could speed up EVs and renewable transition.

Tory Shepherd, Adelaide-based political reporter, and Dan Jervis Barty, chief political correspondent, unpack One Nation’s shock surge in South Australia. They describe the orange wave on election night, explain how preferences translated votes into seats, and consider the party’s potential to reshape culture wars, media scrutiny, and broader political strategy.

Lucia Osborne-Crowley, author and legal journalist who reports on sexual abuse and grooming, joins to unpack the Epstein case. She describes how predators identify and isolate vulnerable young people. She explains tactics that normalize sex and use acceptable touch as a gateway. She warns Epstein was not unique and highlights the networks and redactions that shielded abuse.

Ariel Bogle, investigations reporter who covers extremism and national security, and Imam Alaa El-Zukum, a community imam and advocate for Muslim–non‑Muslim cohesion, discuss Australia’s ties to the Christchurch massacre. They explore community resilience in New Zealand, ongoing Islamophobia and threats in Australia, calls for legal protections and public reckoning, and the challenges of stopping radicalisation.

Nikki Hutley, an independent economist focused on macro policy and household finances, breaks down the RBA rate rise and the split decision behind it. She discusses petrol price spikes and market reactions, the tension between demand and supply, timing and lags in monetary policy, household pressures from higher rates, and why policymakers should show restraint amid geopolitical uncertainty.

A cold‑case murder of a moonlighting officer sparks a deep probe into interrogation tactics and police procedure. The narrative follows how confessions, surveillance footage, and courtroom pressure converged on one defendant. Family struggles, appeals hurdles, and a defense with ties to policing add tension. Investigators uncover recanted statements that complicate the official story.

A discussion of how the Iran conflict is driving fuel shortages and supply-chain risks. Analysis of political fallout as Australian figures distance themselves from US leadership. Debate over rising inflation, the RBA rate hikes and whether the treasurer’s remarks signal a looming recession. A look at historic parallels, electoral implications in South Australia and the rise of regional parties.