Tehran calls reports of US talks 'fake news'

Tensions between Iran and the U.S. dominate this Global News Podcast, with conflicting reports about ongoing peace talks. Despite President Trump's claims of progress, Iran denies any negotiations. John Bolton suggests Trump's market concerns drive his actions, while Salam Vakil points to lobbying from Gulf countries against military action. The discussion also covers potential negotiation points like Iran's nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, the podcast reports on increased Israeli settler attacks in the occupied West Bank following a settler's death, with accounts of arson and violence against Palestinians. The program further includes segments on a Colombian military plane crash and the death of OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky, examining the platform's impact on the porn industry and regulatory scrutiny. Finally, it touches on newly filmed head-butting behavior in sperm whales and an exhibition on the human-pet relationship.