Iran maintains its grip on the Strait of Hormuz during the cease-fire

About this episode

The episode discusses Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz amidst a cease-fire and the U.S. response, including potential financial support for the UAE and Spirit Airlines.

On tonight’s Nightcap- Iran fires on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seizes two of them as the U.S. maintains its blockade of Iranian ports. Then, the Trump administration reportedly nears a deal to rescue Spirit Airlines as it faces skyrocketing jet fuel costs and possible liquidation. Plus, new reporting that the White House is weighing giving the UAE financial support as it deals with economic fallout from the war with Iran. David Rohde, Ron Insana, John Avlon, Eddie Glaude, and Sen. Rand Paul join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.

People in this episode

Host: Stephanie Ruhle

Guests: David Rohde, Ron Insana, John Avlon, Eddie Glaude, Sen. Rand Paul

Topics covered

• Iran
• Strait of Hormuz
• U.S. foreign policy
• Trump administration
• Spirit Airlines
• UAE financial support
• economic fallout

Keywords

• Iran
• Strait of Hormuz
• Spirit Airlines
• Trump administration
• UAE
• economic support
• cease-fire

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Spirit Airlines

Places: UAE, Strait of Hormuz, Iran, U.S.

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