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LIVE At Castfest: Could Trump Use The Falklands To Punish The UK?

Today, we look at a report that suggests the US could review its position on Britain's claim to the Falkland Islands.An internal Pentagon email reported by Reuters suggested the US was considering options to punish Nato allies it believed had failed to support its war on Iran.The ...  Show more

Is The Strait Of Hormuz Actually Open (Or Shut) Right Now?

Today, Adam joined Laura and Paddy to chew over the latest news from Iran, Scotland, and Downing Street. Ahead of the Prime Minister’s appearance in parliament, they discuss what we’ve learned today about what Sir Keir Starmer knew, or did not know, about the Lord Mandelson’s vet ...  Show more

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