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The episode discusses US retaliation strikes against Iran following an Apache shootdown and the Defense Secretary's visit to troops in Guantanamo Bay amidst rising tensions.

For review: 1. US Defense Secretary on Wednesday said the future of Cuba is in the hands of President Trump and Havana’s leadership amid increased U.S. pressure on the communist-ruled island. “No matter what, the Department of War is going to be prepared and postured for any possible contingency,” Sec Hegseth told troops during a visit to the U.S. Naval Station at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. 2. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said two U.S. Army aviators “got very lucky” after an AH-64 Apache at...

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