US Bombs Iran After Troops Killed, Starmer Says Goodbye, More
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This week on Leaders, with me, Francine Lacqua. I speak to tennis legend Rafa Nadal about how he stayed competitive despite injury.
I was able to enjoy the victories probably more than if I will not have this issue.
One iconic match.
In my mind was, I am almost dead.
And whether he misses playing.
I don't miss tennis because there was nothing else to offer.
Listen and watch Leaders with me, Francine Lacroix, on Bloomberg Television or wherever you get your podcasts. News when you want it with Bloomberg News Now. I'm Karen Moscow. And I'm Alexis Christophorus. Here are the stories we're following today. The U.S. has conducted a ninth straight day of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military targets and communications networks. It comes as the U.S. death toll rises to 17 since the war began. Bloomberg's Stuart Livingston Wallace says there were a series of escalatory actions this weekend and that the standoff between the U.S. and Iran is showing no sign of easing.
Number one to point out is that Iran went after a power and desalination plant twice in Kuwait. That at least seems to signal an escalation in terms of moving away from what have been predominantly military targets to what is clearly a civilian target. Secondly, there was some worries about a potential attack on Aqaba in Jordan, though some confusion about whether it actually happened. But the significance of that is that it sits right on the border with Israel. Third, there was a report by Saudi Arabia of a threat on its borders. And then finally, the death of more U.S. service people, which is clearly a concern in terms of the political pressure that it potentially puts on the U.S. president.
Bloomberg's Stuart Livingston Wallace says the attacks near Israel and Saudi Arabia could prompt those nations to strike back, further escalating the war. And Karen, the war in Iran is now in its 21st week. Democratic Senator Mark Warner has been one of the war's most vocal critics.
This is what happens when you start a war of choice. And as a member of the Gang of Eight, I can say unequivocally there was no imminent threat from Iran. You start a war of choice without a plan.
Warner, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, made the comments on CBS's Face the Nation. AAA says gasoline prices, Alexis, are once again above $4 a gallon. The average price a year ago was $3.14. And in Europe, Andy Burnham will become Britain's new prime minister today. His first address from Downing Street, he's expected to say Britain can look to the future with hope and unity, but must also be honest about the challenges it faces. As heard live here on Bloomberg Radio, outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave remarks just moments ago.
It has been the privilege of my life to serve you and this great country as Prime Minister. And I am confident that Britain is now stronger and fairer than it was two years ago.
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer now heads to Buckingham Palace to officially deliver his resignation to King Charles.
What were the latest U.S. airstrikes on Iran and what targets were hit?
Burnham will take office with more than a million households behind on their electricity bills, while personal insolvencies in the UK have risen to their highest level since early 2010. In the world of sports, Alexis Spain is once again World Cup champions. They defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time, and Ryan Fox won the British Open with a birdie on the final hole. Bloomberg's John Stashower will have more in just a few minutes. And back here in the U.S., Karen, Democrats in Maine are close to naming a replacement for Graham Plattner as their Senate nominee. Nathan Hager has more from Washington.
Former State Senator Troy Jackson has secured a large majority of delegates ahead of a nominating convention this Saturday. Two of his main competitors, Maine Secretary of State Shana Bellows and former top state health official Nirav Shah, dropped out of the race yesterday. If his support holds, Jackson will face Republican Senator Susan Collins in November. Plattner ended his campaign earlier this month over sexual assault allegations he denies.
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4 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:00–3:03
2
What were the latest U.S. airstrikes on Iran and what targets were hit?
3:03–4:01
3
How has the U.S.-Iran standoff escalated after recent strikes and deaths?
4:01–4:36
4
Which regional incidents signaled escalation to civilian and border targets?
4:36–6:46
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