Trials of new Ebola vaccine set to begin
Summary
Britain approves trials for a new Ebola vaccine using Oxford-AstraZeneca technology to combat the outbreak in Congo. President Trump reinstates a naval blockade on Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure cause severe fuel shortages, forcing the use of lower-quality petrol. Additionally, reports reveal Russian spies exploiting Japan’s weak laws to source military components, while actor Sam Neill has died at 78.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and podcast introduction
UK approves trials for new Ebola vaccine in Congo
US reinstates naval blockade on Iran amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Ukrainian attacks cause fuel shortages and lower quality petrol in Russia
Russia exploits weak Japanese espionage laws for military parts
Sponsors and commercial breaks
Deadly wildfires hit southern Spain; PM visits affected region
Typhoon Bavi causes massive evacuations and disruption in China
Tributes to actor Sam Neill following his death at 78
Listen ad-free on Castria