Radio National Breakfast

U.S. President Donald Trump says the American military has begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking outside the Oval Office overnight, Mr Trump suggested the U.S. is still willing to engage with Iran, after 21-hour long peace talks failed at the weekend. 
Also, an extraordinary feud is growing between US President Donald Trump and the Pope.
The global leader of the Catholic church has said he plans to continue speaking out against war, despite scathing comments from the US president.
While in Australia, energy prices are on the rise due to the war in the Middle East, but the cost of electricity hasn't seen a similar jump, we'll unpack why that is.
There's also a lot of movement in the defence industry.
You'll hear about the billions of dollars set to be invested in drones, and major changes in the top military.
Recap the morning's news, politics and global affairs with the Breakfast Wrap.

WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are warned that this story includes names and images of Indigenous people who have died.
The late Geoffrey Gurumul Yunupingu, Iconyx, and the Lonely Boys are just some of the many Indigenous artists supported and produced by Darwin-based independent record label and production company Skinnyfish Music.
It has helped bring Indigenous music to wider audiences, working in partnership with artists and communities.
Guest: Michael Hohnen, Skinnyfish co-creator

The top brass of Australia's military has seen a reshuffle with Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond to become chief of the Defence Force in July.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant General Susan Coyle has been appointed as the first female Chief of Army.
It comes at a key time for the force, ahead of strategic deadlines for the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine program and an ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Guest: Retired Admiral Chris Barrie, founder of the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group - and served as chief of the Australian Defence Forces until 2002.
Producer: Jason Whittaker

The Victorian government was rocked yesterday by three resignations from the frontbench.
Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas, Government Services Minister Danny Pearson and Water Minister Gayle Tierney announced they won't re-contest their seats at the November election, forcing an immediate ministerial reshuffle.
Guest: Jess Wilson, Victorian Opposition Leader
Producer: Jason Whittaker

Australia will be among more than 40 nations to discuss safeguarding shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. 
The summit will be co-hosted by the United Kingdom and France. On social media, French President Emmanuel Macron said the talks would be "aimed at restoring freedom of navigation in the strait".
It comes as U.S. President Donald Trump says the American military has begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Iran to reopen the Strait.
GUEST: Pat Conroy, Minister for Defence Industry
PRODUCER: Isadora Bogle