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President Trump urges countries to 'go get their own oil' from the restricted strait of Hormuz

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We look at America's goals in the war with Iran, and we ask what Israel's strategy is, as regards the conflict in Iran and Lebanon.

Also on the programme: the latest report on sexual violence directed at women and girls in Sudan; and the world's longest running international music competition, Eurovision heads to Asia.

(Picture: Illustration shows 3D-printed miniature model depicting U.S. President Donald Trump and map showing the Strait of Hormuz Credit: Reuters/Dado Ruvic/Illustration)
31 Mar 10AM English United Kingdom News

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