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EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 16 MIN

The U.S. and Iran are seizing tankers in a dangerous standoff

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The U.S. could unfreeze $20 billion in Iranian assets as part of a deal to end the war. The Washington Post’s Michael Birnbaum breaks down why Trump is considering certain concessions he previously denounced.   Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been on a marathon run of appearances before lawmakers. Ali Swenson of The Associated Press explains the relations between Kennedy and one Republican Senator walking a tightrope over support of his  The UN has begun the process to select its next Secretary-General. Foreign Policy’s Alexandra Sharp joins to discuss the candidates vying for the job and the tough road ahead.  Plus, Pete Hegseth fires his Navy Secretary, pioneering Georgia Rep. David Scott has died, and the AI music annoying Hawaii travelers. Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

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