# K.T. McFarland | Former Deputy National Security Advisor | 07-10-26

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Published: 2026-07-10T13:45:00+00:00
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K.T. McFarland, former Deputy National Security Advisor, joins Sid for her weekly Friday morning appearance on Sid & Friends in the Morning to discuss President Trump declaring the ceasefire with Iran over, leading to strikes on Iran's IRGC installations targeting the Strait of Hormuz. This leaves Iran threatening retaliation and causing fear in the oil market and gas prices amid renewed fighting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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