# Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Set to Take Effect as Trump Hints at Weekend Iran Talks

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Podcast: [The Arena with Kasie Hunt](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-arena-with-kasie-hunt-7354686)
Published: 2026-04-17T00:33:00+00:00
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Kasie Hunt talks to Brett McGurk, a former Middle East advisor to four presidents, as the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is set to take effect. The panel discusses the president's ongoing feud with the pope and new reporting that Republicans are increasingly anxious about the party's prospects in the 2026 midterms. Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino joins after the Artemis II crew discusses their historic mission in space. Plus, President Trump is now quizzing people on JD Vance's performance during the Iran talks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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