July 18, 2026: US “Punishes” Iran, Mamdani Weighs Netanyahu Arrest, More

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Previously titled “US “Punishes” Iran, Mamdani Weighs Netanyahu Arrest, More” — renamed by the publisher on Aug 2, 2026

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What is the main topic discussed in this episode?

Carol Masser 0:01
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Ed Kalecki 0:30
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What fresh U.S. strikes on Iran were reported and why did they happen?

Ed Kalecki 0:35
The U.S. launched fresh strikes on Iran Saturday after two American service members were killed in Jordan by Iranian missiles and drone attacks. U.S.

How did U.S. Central Command describe the objectives of the strikes on Iran?

Ed Kalecki 0:43
Central Command said in a social media post the strikes were aimed at degrading Iran's ability. to threaten commercial shipping and swiftly punish Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces who launched attacks against American service members in Jordan last night. Friday's strike also left four troops wounded and one missing. The total U.S. death toll now stands at 16 since the U.S. and Israel war with Iran began on February 28. Tehran announced Saturday it would no longer adhere to the terms of the interim peace deal, which set a 60-day ceasefire while the two sides negotiated the terms for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and curbing Iran's nuclear program. New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani says he's in active conversation with the city's law department on whether he has the authority to detain Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Ed Kalecki 1:31
Bloomberg's Monica Ricks explains.
Monica Ricks 1:33
New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani says his administration is discussing the possible arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes in Gaza if Netanyahu comes to New York for the U.N. 's General Assembly in September.

Why did Tehran say it would abandon the interim peace deal and what are the implications?

Zohra Mamdani 1:46
Prime Minister Netanyahu belongs in The Hague.
Monica Ricks 1:48
He talked about it with The New York Times.
Zohra Mamdani 1:50
We're not talking about a personal assessment of Benjamin Netanyahu. We're talking about the International Criminal Court and the fact that they have a warrant out for this prime minister's arrest.
Monica Ricks 1:59
Mamdami and the U.N. have called Netanyahu's actions in Gaza a genocide. But Netanyahu says he's not concerned, accusing the mayor in a recent radio interview of supporting Hamas. Monica Ricks, Bloomberg Radio.

What is Mayor Adams' stance on arresting Netanyahu and what legal basis is being discussed?

Ed Kalecki 2:12
The Guardian reports FIFA will announce a record $15 billion in revenue from this summer's World Cup, significantly exceeding the targets set before the tournament. FIFA's member associations were informed of the boost in income by Gianni Infantino on Saturday. Originally, the governing body had projected $11 billion in earnings. Sources have indicated that hospitality and ticketing, especially through the steeply priced secondary market, account for a significant amount of the increase. FIFA takes 15 percent from the buyer and another 15 percent from the seller on the secondary market. Walmart says it has removed four bagged iceberg lettuce salad products manufactured by Taylor Farms as recalls tied to a cyclosporiasis outbreak expand.
Ed Kalecki 2:55
The retailer said Saturday there have been no confirmed illnesses associated with the items, which are sold under its MarketSide store brand at select locations. A Walmart spokeswoman said there is no indication that products sold in its stores are affected by the current investigations. but that the company has removed four products as a precaution after receiving notice from a supplier.

How has FIFA reported record World Cup revenue and what drove the increase?

Ed Kalecki 3:16
Republican Representative Ralph Norman said he will run for South Carolina's open Senate seat, setting up a potential primary contest with the late Senator Lindsey Graham's sister. President Trump endorsed Darlene Graham, who took over the Senate seat this week after her brother's death. Other South Carolina Republicans are also considering a bid, including Representatives Nancy Mace and Russell Frye, as well as Lieutenant Governor Pamela Yvette. Darlene Graham has not announced her candidacy yet, but the Associated Press reported,

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