Ben Caxton delivers the Morning Edition of the Daily Unbiased Report on April 18, 2026, diving into the explosive reversal by Iran on Strait of Hormuz access amid U.S. blockade accusations, a fragile Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, wild global oil price swings, and severe U.S. weather threats. Listeners get straight facts, timelines, and real-world impacts from a veteran tanker captain's perspective to everyday pump prices. This episode unpacks how distant conflicts hit home wallets and markets.

• Iran opens then reimposes strict military control on Strait of Hormuz, citing U.S. "piracy" blockade with 21 ships since April 14.
• Tanker fired upon by IRGC gunboats; ships rerouting amid approved corridors only.
• Israel-Lebanon 10-day ceasefire holds despite violations; tied to broader U.S.-Iran wa ...