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00:02:10:28 — Federal Officials Accused of Halting Epstein Ranch Investigation
James Comer says the Trump Justice Department asked New Mexico officials to stop their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch after Epstein’s death. The shutdown of the state probe raises questions about federal interference and the broader handling of Epstein-related evidence. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:05:44:10 — Iran Threatens Global Trade by Choking the Strait of Hormuz
Iran signals it could shut down or severely disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy and trade flows. Targeting ports, refineries, and shipping routes could cripple global supply chains far beyond the battlefield. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:09:32:12 — UN Resolution Condemns Iran While Ignoring U.S. and Israeli Strikes
More than 80 nations support a UN Security Council resolution condemning Iranian actions against Gulf states while omitting criticism of U.S. or Israeli military operations. The move is portrayed as evidence of geopolitical double standards in international diplomacy. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:13:33:20 — Trump Claims Victory in Iran War While Continuing Military Operations
Trump declares that the United States has already “won” the war with Iran but simultaneously says U.S. forces will remain engaged to finish the mission. The conflicting messaging raises uncertainty about the war’s objectives and timeline. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:15:12:06 — Pentagon Accused of Misjudging Iran’s Decentralized War Strategy
Iran’s “mosaic defense” doctrine—decentralized units designed to survive leadership decapitation strikes—is highlighted as a strategy U.S. planners allegedly underestimated. The discussion frames this as a major strategic blind spot in the war’s early planning. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:18:51:28 — Pentagon Seeks Expanded Domestic Surveillance Powers
The Defense Department reportedly pushes to remove restrictions limiting domestic surveillance, citing supply-chain security concerns. Critics warn the move would extend military monitoring powers into domestic affairs. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:20:47:02 — Pentagon Tightens Control Over Media Coverage of the War
Major media outlets lose Pentagon access after refusing to sign agreements restricting communication with sources. The policy leaves official Defense Department photographers and selected figures as the primary sources of wartime imagery. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:40:35:02 — War in the Persian Gulf Sends Gold and Oil Prices Surging
Financial analysts warn that disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz are pushing oil and gold prices sharply higher. The situation is compared to the 1970s oil crisis and raises fears of global economic instability. ────────────────────────────────────────
00:55:37:02 — War and Energy Shock Could Accelerate Collapse of Dollar Dominance
Analysts argue that rising oil prices, debt pressures, and central bank accumulation of gold could accelerate global de-dollarization. The conflict with Iran is framed as a catalyst for major changes in the global monetary system. ────────────────────────────────────────
01:07:40:13 — Major Private Equity Firms Restrict Withdrawals Amid Liquidity Stress
BlackRock, Blackstone, and other firms reportedly halt outflows from certain private equity funds. The move signals potential financial stress tied to commercial real estate and tightening credit markets. ────────────────────────────────────────
01:24:28:22 — Reports Claim Lindsey Graham Encouraged Netanyahu to Push Trump Toward War
According to reports, Senator Lindsey Graham traveled repeatedly to Israel and advised Netanyahu on persuading Trump to support military action against Iran. The claim suggests outside political lobbying contributed to escalation. ────────────────────────────────────────
01:43:29:16 — Oil Supply Shock Could Trigger Global Inflation Crisis
Analysts warn that prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could drive hoarding, supply shortages, and rapidly rising energy prices. The scenario resembles historic oil embargoes that triggered worldwide inflation and economic turmoil. ────────────────────────────────────────

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