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    Iran, protests, and sanctions

    Planet Money· Feb 7, 2026

    Book tour tickets and details here.The recent protests in Iran are about so many things. Human rights, corruption, freedom. But this time – they are also motivated by economic hardship. Hardship caused, in part, by US sa

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    EU Sanctions Russia for Child Abductions, Genocide Tactics

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 12, 2026

    EU Imposes Sanctions on Russian Officials for Child Abductions; International Outcry Grows The European Union has imposed sanctions on sixteen Russian officials and seven centers accused of abducting tens of thousands of

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    US Sanctions Ex-Congo President Kabila for Rebel Support

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 1, 2026

    US Imposes Sanctions on Ex-Congo President Kabila for Alleged Support of M23 Rebels The US has levied heavy sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of backing the M23 rebel

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    Cuba's Energy Crisis: Blackouts, Sanctions, Aid Standoff

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 14, 2026

    Cubas Energy Crisis: A Perfect Storm of Blockade, Sanctions, and Protests Cubas energy minister reveals a dire situation: no diesel, no fuel oil, and a critical energy system due to a US blockade choking off supplies. Th

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    US Sanctions Colombian Recruiters for Sudan's RSF

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 17, 2026

    U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Companies, Individuals Involved in Sudan Conflict: The U.S. has targeted five companies and individuals, including Fenix Human Resources and Global Qowa Al-Basheria, for recruiting former Colomb

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    Iran's Economic Crisis: Living Through the War's Toll

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 13, 2026

    Irans economy is crumbling under the weight of war, U.S. sanctions, and a naval blockade, causing massive price hikes in food and basics, a plummeting currency, and rampant job losses. The middle class is shrinking, pove

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    US Sanctions Tanzanian Official for Human Rights Violations

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 22, 2026

    The United States imposes sanctions on Tanzanian police official Faustine Jackson Mafwele for his alleged involvement in human rights violations, including the torture and sexual assault of two East African activists. Th

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    US Aid, Sanctions, Talks with Cuba

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 8, 2026

    US officials unveil aid package for Cuba, impose sanctions; Cuban leaders reject talks on internal affairs; back-channel talks show progress, but no breakthroughs; concerns over China and Russias influence on the island.

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    Trump Tightens Cuba Sanctions, Protests Erupt

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 2, 2026

    President Trump imposes new sanctions on Cuba, targeting officials in energy, defense, finance, and security sectors, as well as those accused of human rights abuses or corruption. Cubas Foreign Minister calls these move

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    EU Extends Myanmar Sanctions to 2027

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 27, 2026

    EU extends Myanmar sanctions until May 2027, maintaining pressure on military rulers following the 2021 coup. Measures target 105 individuals and 22 groups, including asset freezes, travel bans, and an arms embargo. The

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    Iranian Woman Arrested for Arms Deals to Sudan

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 20, 2026

    US authorities arrest Iranian woman for brokering arms deals to Sudan, evading sanctions, and fueling civil war. Permanent US resident Shamim Mafi faces charges for selling drones, bombs, fuses, and millions of ammo roun

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    U.S. Pauses Russian Oil Sanctions, Boosting Russia's Energy Game

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 18, 2026

    U.S. Treasury extends Russian oil sanctions pause, easing energy shortages amid Iran conflict; Russia capitalizes on global chaos for profit, despite export curbs. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.co

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    EU Revives Ties with Syria, Boosts Trade & Security

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 17, 2026

    The European Union is warming up to Syria, initiating formal political talks and revisiting a 1978 cooperation agreement. They plan to engage in high-level dialogue with Syrias transitional leaders on May 11th, while adj

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    Barrack: Quick Resolution on Turkey Sanctions, F-35 Deal

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 17, 2026

    US Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, shares hopeful news about mending tensions with Washington over Russian S-four hundred missile systems. He anticipates a swift resolution to sanctions and suggests reintegrating Turk

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    Cuba Turns to Homegrown Hotel Management

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Jun 6, 2026

    Cuba’s government is turning inward to manage its tourism hotels as foreign giants like Meliá, Royalton, and Iberostar pull back due to U.S. sanctions and an energy embargo crippling the economy. With tourism plummeting

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    France Seizes Russian Oil Tanker

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Jun 1, 2026

    France just seized a Russian oil tanker, the Tagor, in international waters — the fourth such operation since last fall — after discovering it flew a fake flag to dodge sanctions aimed at funding Ukraine’s war. President

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    Drones Strike Russian Oil Tankers

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 29, 2026

    Three oil tankers, part of a secretive “shadow fleet” smuggling Russian oil around sanctions, were struck by drones off Turkey’s coast—two during cargo transfers, one while empty. No injuries, but the attacks underscore

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    U.S. Slams Iran Over Strait Control

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 29, 2026

    The U.S. slams new sanctions on Iran’s new shipping control agency targeting the Strait of Hormuz, escalating economic pressure alongside recent military strikes — all aimed at forcing Tehran to negotiate a deal to reope

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    Cuba's Water Crisis Deepens

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 29, 2026

    Cuba’s water crisis is hitting nearly three million daily, fueled by a crippling oil shortage and U.S. sanctions that have slashed energy supplies to just 37% of what’s needed. Aging pipes, overloaded pumps, and scarce c

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    Trump Pushes for Iran Deal Amid Escalation

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 25, 2026

    Trump pushes for a “great and meaningful” Iran deal, with both sides agreeing to a framework that could pause fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for U.S. sanctions relief—but major sticking points remai

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    Israel’s Divided Front on Iran Deal

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 25, 2026

    Israel’s opposition leader Yair Lapid is blasting a rumored U.S.-Iran deal that could lift sanctions in exchange for Iran surrendering enriched uranium and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, calling it “disturbing” and a be

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    Trump’s Iran Deal Sparks GOP Divide

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 25, 2026

    Trump pushes for a 60-day ceasefire with Iran amid fierce Republican backlash, warning critics that easing sanctions could let Tehran keep advancing nuclear ambitions while destabilizing global oil markets. While Trump d

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    Iran Nuclear Deal: Progress & Implications

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Iran Nuclear Deal· May 24, 2026

    Major deal in the works with Iran, potentially resolving regional conflicts and ensuring no nuclear weapons. Framework locked down, details soon. Iran may dilute enriched uranium, reopen Strait of Hormuz, and receive san

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    US-Cuba Tensions Escalate: Murder Charges, Blackouts, and Protests

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 22, 2026

    Tensions escalate between the US and Cuba as murder charges are brought against former leader Raul Castro, accused of shooting down two planes in 1996. The US imposes an oil blockade and sanctions, causing blackouts and

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    US Indicts Castro, China Defends Cuba

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 21, 2026

    US indicts former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over 1996 plane downing, straining US-Cuba relations; China urges US to stop coercion, supports Cuba; US maintains pressure with new sanctions, including oil blockade; China-Cub

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    China's Diplomatic Dance: Flexing Muscle, Seeking Stability

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 21, 2026

    Xi Jinping hosts Vladimir Putin, showcasing Chinas global influence; Russia seeks support amid sanctions, but pipeline deal eludes Putin; China rebrands itself as essential trade hub, dialing back aggressive diplomacy; X

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    Israeli Minister Faces ICC Arrest Warrant Threat

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 20, 2026

    Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich alleges a secret arrest warrant from the ICCs prosecutor, calling it a declaration of war. This comes after his order to demolish Khan al-Ahmar village, a move upheld by Israels

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    Putin-Xi Meeting Amid Ukraine Conflict

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 16, 2026

    President Putin heads to Beijing for a two-day visit, marking the anniversary of the Russia-China friendship treaty. The leaders will discuss their countries relationship, economic ties, and global issues. This comes aft

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    Russia & Ukraine Swap Prisoners, Ceasefire Shattered

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 15, 2026

    Russia and Ukraine exchange prisoners of war, with a larger swap planned. Kyiv mourns victims of an apartment block collapse, while Russia faces sanctions evasion accusations. Despite Putins peace talks, intense drone an

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    Trump's Venezuela Statehood Proposal: Rodríguez's Strategic Response

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 15, 2026

    President Trumps proposal of Venezuela as Americas 51st state sparks intrigue, as acting President Delcy Rodríguez maintains a diplomatic stance, partnering with the U.S. and easing sanctions. Despite initial outrage, Ve

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    Trump Meets Xi: Iran Pressure & Trade Ties

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Trump Meets Xi· May 12, 2026

    President Trumps Beijing Visit: Iran Tensions and Trade Deals President Trump meets with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, urging China to use its influence over Iran to end the ongoing conflict or reopen the Strait of Ho

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    Trump Rejects Iran's Ceasefire Offer

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 12, 2026

    Trump dismisses Irans ceasefire proposal, demanding end to nuclear work and sanctions relief, as tensions escalate and the fragile truce hangs by a thread. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discou

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    Iran-US Standoff: Trump's China Push, Israel's Uranium Demand

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 11, 2026

    Tensions escalate as Iran and the U.S. engage in a tense standoff, with both sides exchanging fire and threatening to disrupt oil shipments in the Gulf. President Trump visits China to pressure President Xi into influenc

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    Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire: A Victory Day Truce?

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 5, 2026

    Russia declares a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine for Victory Day, warning of massive missile strikes if Kyiv interferes. Ukraine counters with a truce starting Wednesday, no end date specified. Moscows Red Square parade

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    Iran's Bold War Plan, U.S. Response, Economic Crisis

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 3, 2026

    Iran unveils bold 14-point plan to end war with U.S., demanding sanctions lift, troop withdrawal, and halt to attacks; Trump skeptical but talks continue; Iran digs in on Strait of Hormuz, facing economic crisis and pres

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    Iran's Oil Crisis: Blockade, Production Cut, and Regional Impact

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 30, 2026

    Irans oil production faces imminent collapse due to U.S. sanctions and a strategic blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. With exports halted since April, storage tanks and tankers are overflowing, and production cuts may be

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    Strait of Hormuz Traffic Plummets, Shipping Routes Disrupted

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 29, 2026

    Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz plummets to near zero, with only six vessels crossing in the last 24 hours, down from the usual 125-140 per day. The U.S.-Iran standoff continues, with no deal in sight, and the

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    US Seizes Iranian Ship, Blockade Tensions Rise

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 19, 2026

    US Navy Seizes Iranian Cargo Ship, Blockade Tensions Rise: Amidst ongoing peace talks in Pakistan, the US Navy seizes the Iranian cargo ship Touska, escalating tensions in the Gulf. The ship, under US sanctions, was alle

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    Zelensky Slams US Oil Waiver for Russia

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 19, 2026

    Ukraines President Zelensky criticizes US decision to allow Russia to continue oil sales, despite sanctions, citing the potential for ten billion dollars in revenue to fund Russian attacks. Amidst the energy crisis cause

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    US Imposes Sanctions on Ortega's Sons, Gold Companies

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Apr 17, 2026

    U.S. imposes sanctions on Nicaraguas Ortega family and allies, targeting gold sector corruption and repression. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai

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    TACO Tuesday in Tehran

    Pod Save America· Mar 24, 2026

    Donald Trump backtracks on his threat to obliterate Iran's power plants, saying the administration has begun talks with Iran to end the war, despite Iran's insistence that no talks are underway. Jon, Tommy, and Lovett re

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    On the Hyperinflation On-Ramp

    Minor Issues· Sep 20, 2025

    Mark Thornton returns as a guest on the Liberty and Finance podcast with Dunagun Kaiser to walk through Ludwig von Mises’s three stages of inflation, and why today’s mix of towering deficits and money printing puts the U

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    Podcast 139 - The trade World War

    Socialist correspondent· Sep 16, 2025

    The current global trade war initiated by the US government is having a serious impact on European economies and other nations but has not managed to weaken its main target, China, which has demonstrated it can resist ca

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    The Road to Hyperinflation

    Minor Issues· Sep 6, 2025

    On the latest episode of Minor Issues, Mark Thornton takes a provocative look at America’s path toward hyperinflation. Mark walks through Mises’s three stages of inflation, contending the US is moving from complacency to

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    Podcast 135 - Syria and the implications of the fall of Assad

    Socialist correspondent· Jul 22, 2025

    There is a long history behind the West’s objective of destroying the government in Syria. The long campaign of military action and sanctions which eventually led to Assad’s defeat. His overthrow will have a profound imp

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    Iran Halts Talks to Pressure Trump

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· Jun 2, 2026

    Iran has cut off talks with mediators, allegedly to pressure President Trump, as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon intensifies. Iran insists any ceasefire deal must include Lebanon, using Hezbollah as leve

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    Iran-US Deal Rumors and Military Escalation

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 28, 2026

    Tensions escalate as conflicting reports swirl around a potential Iran-U.S. deal that could extend a ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and halt Iran’s nuclear ambitions—but insiders warn it’s far from finalized. Am

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    U.S. Backs Off on Rodríguez Probe

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 28, 2026

    Federal prosecutors are reportedly told to back off investigations into Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, amid a surprising policy shift aimed at stabilizing ties and opening doors for U.S. investment. Once

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    Iran’s World Cup Base Shifts to Mexico

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 26, 2026

    Mexico just handed Iran a diplomatic soccer win: President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Mexico will host Iran’s World Cup team as their training base after the U.S. balked at letting them stay overnight. The Iranian squad

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    Iran-US Deal Could End Middle East War

    Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!· May 25, 2026

    Breaking news: U.S. and Iran may be close to a deal ending the war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with President Trump calling it “largely negotiated.” Key terms include a full ceasefire across all fronts, including

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