As today's show begins, we've just heard Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth say the war against Iran is "just getting started" and lay out a plan to accelerate the operation. This, as US bases and assets are urged to "enhance vigilance and increase force protection measures. Meanwhile, the war widens, with the American diplomatic consulate in Dubai attacked, and Israel launching new strikes.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices