16 апреля 2026
Trump's Iran War Timeline, Iran Blockade And Peace Talks, GOP And Trump Pope Feud
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President Trump keeps saying the war with Iran is very close to over, but peace talks have stalled and Iran is threatening to block Red Sea traffic if the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports continues.
Pakistan is trying to restart peace talks between the U.S and Iran, and Trump posted that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak today for the first time in 34 years.
Vice President JD Vance told a Catholic audience that the Pope should be careful when he talks about theology, as Trump's feud with Pope Leo puts some of his most loyal supporters in an awkward spot.
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(0:00) Introduction
(01:57) Trump's Iran War Timeline
(05:42) Iran Blockade And Peace Talks
(09:34) GOP And Trump Pope Feud
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