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Refine and dandy: Iran’s war bounty

The Economist· Mar 31, 2026· 22m 11s

An Economist investigation reveals that Iran is profiting from the war as it evades sanctions and oil prices surge. India’s government has promised to crush the country’s Maoist insurgency . Our correspondent visits a former rebel stronghold. And why understudies , a theatre’s insurance policy, are underestimated.  Guests and host: Rachana Shanbhogue, business affairs editor Kira Huju, Asia correspondent Hamish Clayton, culture writer Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered:&n

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Refine and dandy: Iran’s war bounty

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  1. Welcome to the program. I'm your host.

    Welcome to the program. I'm your host.

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  2. Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.

    Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.

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  3. We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.

    We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.

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  4. The summit focused on energy policy and migration.

    The summit focused on energy policy and migration.

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  5. Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.

    Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.

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  6. Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.

    Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.

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