Iran: "No Choice" But To Control Strait, Ukraine: US Pressure to Yield, More
Summary
This episode covers Iran’s threats to control the Strait of Hormuz, driving oil prices higher, and escalating US-Ukraine tensions as Zelensky accuses Trump of pressuring Kyiv. It also reports on France’s partial curfews following riots, the Supreme Court’s rulings on federal agency control and 9/11 plea deals, and a rally in chipmakers lifting markets. Additionally, the segment notes Saudi Arabia postponing its investment conference, a federal ban on DeepSeek AI, and Jalen Hurts’ indefinite injury.
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Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz; oil prices rise
Zelensky accuses Trump of pressuring Ukraine; tensions escalate
Ukraine proposal on refineries; Putin proposes meeting with Trump and Xi
Saudi Arabia postpones Future Investment Initiative to 2027
France implements partial curfews after riots and protests
US inflation data: prices falling for some items but overall stubborn
Supreme Court rulings on NLRB and 9/11 plea agreements
Supreme Court to hear cases on school admissions and home distilleries
Market update: Chip rally lifts stocks; Treasury yields
US bans federal agencies from using Chinese AI startup DeepSeek
Jalen Hurts sidelined indefinitely due to blood clots
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