

A shaky truce in the Middle East, and some art gallery accidents
Jun 24, 2025
Tensions rise as a fragile ceasefire unfolds between Iran and Israel, with unsettling rhetoric in the political landscape. Zelensky calls for military support amid broader global implications, while Australia's new social media ban takes center stage. On a lighter note, listeners enjoy humorous stories of art gallery mishaps and surprising gains in airline stock prices, highlighting the contrasting dynamics in both politics and the economy.
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Fragile Middle East Ceasefire
- The Middle East ceasefire is tentative and has been violated shortly after it started.
- Both Iran and Israel show cautious engagement with claims of victory and conditional respect for the truce.
Zelensky Warns of Support Shift
- Ukraine’s Zelensky worries Middle East conflict might reduce Western military support.
- He hopes NATO’s defence spending commitments will continue to counterbalance Russian advances.
Reconsider YouTube Exemption
- The upcoming social media ban excludes YouTube, but this exemption is questioned due to shifting online risks.
- Authorities should reconsider exemptions since internet harms can evolve quickly.