Iran war: World leaders respond to economic impact

The Global News Podcast on April 1st covers international affairs, focusing on the economic impacts of the US-Israeli war with Iran. President Trump's promise to end the war within weeks is analyzed, with skepticism about his timeline and motives. The podcast also examines how countries are responding to rising energy prices, including measures in the UK, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Additionally, the program reports on India's upcoming census, including the controversial decision to collect caste data for the first time in a century, and Russia's increasing control over online access, specifically targeting the Telegram messaging app. Finally, the deployment of troops in South Africa to combat organized crime is discussed, alongside Apple's 50th anniversary and Italy failing to qualify for the World Cup.