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The latest on the war in the Middle East

Donald Trump said he has given a "shoot and kill" order for any boat putting mines in the Strait ...

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07.30 24 Apr 2026


The latest on the war in the Middle East


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07.30 24 Apr 2026


Donald Trump said he has given a "shoot and kill" order for any boat putting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has essentially closed and the US has blockaded. 

However, Trump posted on Truth social overnight that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by three weeks. Anton discusses further with Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst and Co-Host of the Red Matrix podcast.


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