US Strikes Iran Oil Tankers, Israeli Settlements Sanctions, Smithsonian Head Retires
Summary
The US struck eight Iranian oil tankers, prompting Iran to fire missiles at US troops in Jordan and push oil prices over $100. Meanwhile, the UK, Canada, and France banned imports from Israeli settlements, drawing sharp retaliation from Israel. Additionally, Smithsonian head Lonnie Bunch III announced his retirement after nearly four decades, following sustained political criticism from the Trump administration.
Topics discussed
Intro: US strikes on Iran and UK sanctions on Israel
Preview: UK/Canada/France sanctions and Smithsonian head departure
Sponsorships: Rula and Odoo
US-Iran conflict: Oil tanker strikes and regional strategy
Israel reacts to UK, Canada, and France settlement sanctions
Smithsonian head Lonnie Bunch III announces retirement
Credits and sign-off
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