US says it will target anyone doing business with Iran
Summary
This BBC Global News Podcast covers new US sanctions targeting Iran’s economic enablers, though major Chinese banks were notably spared. It reports on the Hawk Fire near Reno, Nevada, which has forced mass evacuations, and details attacks on Ebola health workers in eastern Congo driven by local distrust. The episode also explores the rise of online gambling addiction in Brazil, international cricket figures’ concerns for jailed Imran Khan, and leaks of the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6. Finally, it discusses a NASA-funded project converting plastic waste into edible cookies for space explorat…
Topics discussed
Sponsors and podcast introduction
US sanctions on Iran and economic impact
Reno wildfire containment and evacuation updates
Ebola outbreak attacks in eastern Congo
GTA 6 leak and sponsor ads
Rise of online gambling addiction in Brazil
Cricket stars call for Imran Khan's welfare
Grand Theft Auto 6 hacker leak details
NASA project turns plastic into edible cookies
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