In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Israel delivers another major blow to Iran’s leadership, killing the head of IRGC intelligence along with a top Quds Force commander in a targeted strike inside Tehran. What this means for the regime—and what could come next. Even as Iran maintains its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, shipping traffic is rising, suggesting quiet deals may be keeping oil flowing through one of the world’s most critical chokepoints. Meanwhile, Ukraine presses ahead with strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, despite growing pressure to ease off amid rising global energy concerns. And in today’s Back of the Brief—North Korea may be preparing its next leader, as Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter takes on a more prominent public role, fueling speculation about a fourth-generation dynasty. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/PDBand use promo code PDB at checkout. Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog’s food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB50 or use code PDB50 at checkout. Goldbelly: Make Mother’s Day unforgettable with iconic foods delivered—get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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