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The U.S. Senate votes down a resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s authority over the Iran war. Iran says the U.S. will "bitterly regret" torpedoing an Iranian navy ship in the Indo‑Pacific, killing dozens. A missile launched from Iran is intercepted over Turkey, raising questions about NATO's role. The Pentagon threatens to label Anthropic a “supply chain risk” amid a widening fight over military use of AI. Plus, the U.S. wants to accelerate weapons production. Find the recommended read here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reute...

*This podcast has been updated for the latest news on the US-Israeli war with details of the U.S. sinking an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka’s coast, and NATO downing an Iranian missile headed into Turkish airspace.  Ayatollah Ali Khamanei’s son Mojtaba has survived U.S. and Israeli strikes and is seen as a possible successor to his father. The Pentagon identifies the first U.S. soldiers killed in the Iran war. Hezbollah faces an uncertain future in Lebanon after its Shi’ite support base grows weary of being dragged into the Iran crisi...

Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz and hits energy infrastructure in the Gulf. America’s European allies walk a tightrope. And online prediction markets are under scrutiny after Democrats levy accusations that they were used to bet on the war in Iran.    *This podcast has been corrected to remove a reference to President Donald Trump backing a criminal indictment against Delcy Rodriguez, the new president of Venezuela. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Find the Recommended Rea...

The Iran conflict widens as Israel strikes Lebanon following attacks by Hezbollah, and the risk of a regional war with Iranian proxies ramps up. U.S. officials are skeptical of the likelihood of regime change in Tehran. Only one in four Americans support U.S. strikes on Iran, signalling possible trouble for the Republicans ahead of the November midterms. Plus, a safe Republican Senate seat in Texas suddenly looks fragile as primary season kicks off.   Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.<...

Israel has launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran after killing Iran's supreme leader and leaving the Islamic Republic grappling to rebuild its leadership. The U.S. and Israeli strikes, and Iranian retaliation, have sent shockwaves through sectors from shipping to air travel to oil. Inside Iran, some grieved for Khamenei while others have celebrated his death. Protests against the military action have also erupted across Pakistan and Iraq. Follow the ⁠latest developments in Iran live⁠ by subscribing to Reuters. Listen to the latest On Assignment podcast: ⁠⁠Mexico vs. the cartels⁠ Listen to the Mor...

Listen to our correspondents discuss the latest developments in Iran, including the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. With Khamenei gone, Iran faces a major power vacuum, leaving the country at a crossroads not seen since the 1979 revolution.  The ambitious strikes by the US and Israel against their arch enemy are President Donald Trump's riskiest move yet. Our Pentagon reporter discusses how the president was briefed on a high-risk, high-reward scenario. Yes, Iran could strike back with mass casualties. But Trump also saw a chance to reshape Middle East geopolitics and secure his legacy. Then there's t...

The United States and Israel have launched attacks against Iran, pushing the Middle East into a renewed military confrontation. The Pentagon says strikes will last multiple days and U.S. President Donald Trump is warning that American lives may be lost. Iran has retaliated with strikes on Israel, and says U.S. bases are legitimate targets. Listen to the latest On Assignment podcast: Mexico vs. the cartels Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.  Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reut...

*This podcast has been updated for the latest news on President Donald Trump's statement that he is directing federal agencies to stop using AI company Anthropic's technology. The update also includes details of Bill Clinton's closed door hearing on his relationship with Epstein, and suggestions of a "friendly takeover" of Cuba by the U.S. administration. Pakistan bombs Taliban targets in Afghanistan. Netflix walks away from the Warner Bros deal paving the way for a Paramount Skydance win. And U.S. Border patrol is under scrutiny after releasing a near-blind, Rohingya refugee in Buffalo w...

Cuba says it’s killed four heavily armed exiles who attacked a patrol boat from a Florida-registered speedboat. Nvidia's quarterly earnings beat Wall Street expectations again. The Pentagon is pressuring Anthropic to bend its rules over what the military can do with its AI model, Claude. And Trump’s pick for U.S. surgeon general sidesteps vaccine questions.  Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection...

U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address describes a “golden age of America" in a speech aimed at building support ahead of November's midterms. But there’s confusion over his new tariff policy. The Guthrie family offers up to $1 million as a reward for information that leads to the recovery of Nancy Guthrie. Plus, OpenAI representatives are questioned by Canadian officials following the Tumble Ridge mass shooting. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠⁠here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. ...

Tourists remain stranded in Mexico after cartel violence in the wake of the killing of drug kingpin “El Mencho”. Ukraine marks four years since Russia’s invasion. Britain’s former ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, is released on bail after his arrest over his ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, the East Coast beds in as a powerful blizzard hits.  Listen to On Assignment on Ukraine here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. ...

U.S. Customs will stop collecting tariffs ruled illegal by the Supreme Court. A powerful winter storm shuts schools and disrupts travel across the Northeast. Violence in Mexico after a new U.S. military-led group helped in the hunt for the drug lord ‘El Mencho.’ Plus, how the State of the Union has become a stage for political confrontation.   Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Find the Recommended Read here. Visit the Tho...

The U.S. Secret Service says its agents shot and killed a man in his 20s after he tried to unlawfully enter a secure perimeter at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort. Blizzard warnings hit New York and the Northeast with up to 18 inches of snow expected. Trump says he’s sending a hospital ship to Greenland. Students in Iran stage fresh protests. Thousands march in Lyon, France after the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque. Plus, the USA men's Olympic ice hockey team beats Canada in overtime for Olympic gold. Listen to the latest On Assignment episode: Four year...

The Supreme Court’s move against Donald Trump’s tariff powers sets off a $175 billion tariff dispute now headed back to the trade court. U.S. officials consider Iran strike options. Reuters photographer Phil Noble talks how he took the viral Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor car shot. Plus, Canada and the United States brace for a blockbuster Olympic ice hockey final. *This podcast has been updated to include the latest announcement of a temporary tariff increase to 15%. Listen to the latest On Assignment episode: Four years of war: On the ground in...

*This podcast has been updated for the latest news that the U.S. Supreme court has rejected President Trump's sweeping global tariffs, and that the president is vowing new 10% duties.   Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor is photographed slumped in the back of a car after police release him under investigation following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Iran faces a deadline from U.S. President Donald Trump to strike a nuclear deal. Find our recommended listen ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newslett...

King Charles' younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations he sent confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. Several backcountry skiers have been confirmed killed in Tuesday’s avalanche in California. Mark Zuckerberg says during a landmark trial that Meta does not allow kids under 13 on its platforms, despite evidence to the contrary. Plus, satellite images show Iran repairing and fortifying sites amid U.S. tensions. Find our recommended read ⁠here⁠. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. L...

An avalanche in California has left up to 10 skiers missing and six stranded. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is reportedly planning to leave her job early to allow French President Emmanuel Macron to help find a successor. U.S. envoys juggle near-simultaneous crisis talks on Iran and Ukraine in Geneva. Plus, actor Shia LaBeouf is arrested at Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Find our recommended read ⁠here⁠. Listen to On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podca...

*This podcast contains an error. Barack Obama was elected in 2008, not 2018. Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and U.S. presidential hopeful, has died at 84. The U.S. and Iran are set to hold high-stakes nuclear talks in Geneva – which will also host a separate trilateral meeting on ending the war in Ukraine. New Mexico has approved a comprehensive probe ofJeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. Reported health difficulties for jailed Pakistani former Prime Minister Imran Khan could lead to political fallout. Plus, the first day of the Year of the Horse. Find our recommended read ⁠here⁠. Lis...

Tehran signals flexibility on its nuclear program – as Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu says any U.S. deal with Iran must include the dismantling of its nuclear infrastructure. Investigators have obtained a DNA sample from a glove that was found near Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home. Israel's cabinet approves further measures to tighten Israel's control over the occupied West Bank. And an alleged Bondi Beach gunman has his first court appearance. Find our recommended read here. Listen to the On Assignment podcast here: What the world can learn from Aussie kids and the social media ban Listen...

Iran signals flexibility ahead of Tuesday’s Geneva nuclear talks. Israeli strikes Gaza over alleged ceasefire violations ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's Peace Board meeting. Designer Michael Kors celebrates the brand's 45th anniversary at New York Fashion Week with a celeb-packed audience. A Carnival tribute to Brazil's president sparks political backlash. Plus, Draco Malfoy becomes an unlikely Lunar New Year good‑luck icon in China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices