Who is Trump Negotiating With?

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🗓️ 31 March 2026

⏱️ 32 minutes

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As President Trump threatens more strikes on Iran, analysts raise concerns about the closure of another key shipping route. Despite a blockade, a Russian tanker is allowed to deliver oil to Cuba. And deposition video sheds light on the early days of DOGE cutbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Springs blooming at Starbucks.
0:03.0	A new season calls for new discoveries,
0:06.0	like our iced Ube-Vinilla Machilate.
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0:13.0	It's a treat for the ice too,
0:15.0	with vibrant lilac hues to brighten your spring mood.
0:18.0	Hot or iced, there are so many ways to love this stunning serve.
0:23.8	Uber Vanilla, pouring now at Starbucks.
0:27.5	Subject to availability while stocks last.
0:30.4	It's Tuesday, March 31st.
0:32.2	The Strait of Hormuz is still a war zone,
0:34.7	and that might not be the only one.
0:36.9	We start here.
0:40.7	Amid threats by President Trump, could another waterway come under assault?
0:45.1	Could the Iranians tell the Houthis, hey, it's time to close that other straight and
0:48.9	inflict even more economic pain on the world?
0:51.9	Houthi militia forces have entered the chat on Iran's behalf will explain the far-reaching
0:56.7	implications.
0:58.2	Russia delivers oil to Cuba despite an American blockade.
1:01.9	The first to test the resolve of the Trump administration.
1:06.3	Is this a humanitarian emergency or the U.S. backing down?
1:10.6	And Doge veterans describe searching for cuts
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