Latest / The Rest of the World Podcast
The Threats Keep Multiplying
Weekday morning and evening editions. Saturdays once. Good news on Sundays. All sources labeled.
THE ESCALATION LADDER
Iran’s armed forces chief of staff threatened “crushing, punishing and devastating” military retaliation Friday against any new US economic measures, a striking response to threats that, so far, have been entirely financial. The exchange traces back to Wednesday, when President Trump vowed sweeping economic consequences against any country offering Iran a financial lifeline. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent followed Thursday, telling CNBC the administration is preparing “the…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.