Starmer Brexits

Starmer Brexits

From Pod Save the World by Pod Save the World

June 24, 2026 · 1h 29m · Episode 525

About this episode

The episode discusses Iran negotiations, Keir Starmer's resignation, and highlights from the World Cup.

This week Tommy and Ben catch up on the latest in Iran negotiations, react to Keir Starmer’s resignation, and continue to celebrate World Cup fandom. First they walk through the text of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding — because now it’s clear why Trump didn't want anyone to see it. The guys break down everything Iran got, including sanctions relief and billions in unfrozen assets, compared to the very vague assurances the US received that Iran won't build a nuclear weapon and will keep the Strait of Hormuz open. Then they go over the latest negotiations in Switzerland, disagreements over what was agreed to, and why the war in Lebanon remains the biggest threat to its success. Across the pond, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation after Andy Burnham's decisive by-election win, setting up the UK to have its seventh prime minister in ten years. The guys also dive into Israel's increasingly close and diplomatically fraught relationship with Somaliland, and Colombia's razor-thin runoff election, which was won by a right-wing candidate who calls himself “El Tigre.” And finally, the World Cup remains an absolute joy — Ben and Tommy go over some of…

People in this episode

Hosts: Tommy, Ben

Guest: Rana Ayyub

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Organizations: Washington Post

Places: Iran, US, Lebanon, Somaliland, Colombia, Strait of Hormuz, Cape Verde, Boston, Miami, Houston

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