The episode delivers a global news roundup amid escalating geopolitical tensions, focusing on surprise U.S. airstrikes on Iran despite ongoing peace talks, a prolonged internet blackout in Iran, continued Israel-Hezbollah hostilities, and climate extremes across Europe. It also highlights
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