Trump urges nations to secure Strait of Hormuz

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, Israeli strikes in Lebanon, and internet disruptions in Russia are among the key global developments covered. Donald Trump urges countries to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, following attacks on tankers by Iran, while Jonathan Beale suggests many nations find the operation too risky. Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have resulted in numerous casualties and displacement, with the UN calling for a cessation of hostilities. Meanwhile, unexplained internet outages in major Russian cities are causing widespread disruption, with the Kremlin citing "systemic safety measures" as the cause, leading to public anxiety and comparisons to restrictive regimes. Additionally, the podcast reports on Cuban anti-government protests.