Theย U.S. blocksย the Strait of Hormuz, as aย riftย opens between Pope Leo and President Trump over the war. Dual resignations from Congress as Representatives Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales step down amid allegations of sexual misconduct. In Washington,ย Lebanese and Israeli ambassadorsย begin direct talks. And in Argentina a high-stakes new trial kicks off to determine whoโs responsible for the 2020 death ofย Diego Maradona.
*This episode has been corrected to remove a line saying two members of the House face sexual assault allegations. Representative Tony Gonzales is accused of sexual misconduct, which he denies. ย
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