# Weekly Wrap: The big themes this week from the war in the Middle East

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Published: 2026-03-13T18:00:00+00:00
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We’re getting you across some of the big themes from the war in the Middle East this week, including the Iranian women’s football team being granted asylum, and the surging price of oil. Also, the National Party has a new leader, which came as a surprise. And Timothée Chalamet’s got everyone talking about ballet and opera. Links Eliza’s recommendation: 'Heart the Lover' by Lily King Claire’s recommendation: Robert Irwin interviewed on All There Is with Anderson Cooper Want more News Club in your life? We've got you… ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our News Club newsletter⁠⁠ Watch all our episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ @TheSquiz⁠⁠ PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better - spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista. Hosts: Claire Kimball & Kate Watson Producer & Editor: Ryan Pemberton Researcher: Sophie Felice

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