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For the first time in more than five weeks, the U.S. did not launch widespread attacks on Iran, and Iran did not strike American targets. Even as the ceasefire between the two nations largely holds, it's being tested by what appears to be Iran's ongo... more

White House Correspondent Liz Landers spoke with President Trump on the phone Wednesday morning. She asked him about Israel's ongoing strikes on Lebanon and how that impacts the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. PBS News is supported by - https://... more

Confusion and tension are growing around the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran amid Israel's ongoing strikes in Lebanon. Geoff Bennett discussed more with special correspondents Reza Sayah in Tehran and Simona Foltyn in Beirut. PBS News is ... more

For additional perspective on the ceasefire in Iran and the latest developments, Geoff Bennett spoke with Barbara Leaf and Michael Doran. Leaf was assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern Affairs during the Biden administration. Doran was senior... more

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Cliff Kupchan
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Middle East and North Africa Regional Director for the Committee to Protect Journalists
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Ronen Bergman
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David Brooks
Columnist and commentator; likely affiliated with The New York Times
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Dave Deptula
Retired Air Force Lieutenant General, Dean of the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
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Nick Schifrin
Host and lead interviewer; presents the report and guides discussions on international affairs and on-the-ground reporting.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 167 ratings
  • Not an Hour

    Frustrated that this podcast is called "PBS News Hour" and most of the episodes are maybe 4 minutes. I would want a show with the word "Hour" in its name to last at least the better part of an hour.

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#187
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#193
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East African asylum seeker deported by U.S. to Equatorial Guinea
Q: How did Julia end up in a country she had never heard of, and what legal grounds were used to deport her to Equatorial Guinea?
The host asks about the sequence from asylum denial to third-country deportation; Meredith explains that relief granted in the U.S. does not guarantee protection from deportation, and that the process used in Julia's case involved complex interpretations of asylum law and third-country transfer practices, including assurances given to migrants that did not reflect actual safety or legality.
How the spike in gas prices could ripple through the global economy
Q: What broader shock could this war deliver to the global economy?
The analyst argues that the shock could be substantial, affecting energy, chip manufacturing inputs, food prices, and overall inflation, particularly if military actions escalate or if supply chains tighten further around key commodities.
How the spike in gas prices could ripple through the global economy
Q: How long are gas prices expected to stay high?
The expert suggests that while volatility is likely in the near term, the duration depends on geopolitical developments, with a real risk of sustained higher prices if tensions persist, especially in critical chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz.
As more U.S. forces head to Mideast, military experts break down capabilities
Q: Jack, what do you think of the make-up of the fact that these forces were not in the region when this war began? What does that tell you?
It signals that these assets were kept as options rather than immediate deployments, a high-risk but potentially high-payoff capability that can be mobilized if a broader strategy requires it.
Middle East analysts assess Iran's power structure after killing of top official
Q: Joel, what happens if the regime collapses or leadership changes?
A collapse could lead to a failed state with unpredictable regional consequences, but there is also a path where a new leadership group maintains the same war footing and policy trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PBS News Hour

What is PBS News Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program centers on global affairs, with a strong emphasis on Middle East politics, U.S. foreign policy, and regional security dynamics. Guests range from Cabinet and diplomatic officials to policy scholars, journalists, and on-the-ground correspondents who provide both macro-level analysis and personal perspectives from conflict zones. Across episodes, the conversations weigh strategic trade-offs, alliance commitments, and the humanitarian impact of escalating tensions, often blending geopolitical context with eyewitness reporting. A notable strength is the blend of expert insight and real-world storytelling, giving listeners a comprehensive view of fast-changing events and their implications for international stability.

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