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What does Ukraine’s corruption scandal mean for morale — and its donors?
Episode 1355
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is confronting his most serious political test since Russia’s invasion. Elected in 2019 on a promise to root out corruption, he now finds himself entangled in …
Published on 11 hours ago
Why is Iran's capital facing the worst drought in recorded history?
Episode 1354
Iran's capital is facing its worst drought in recorded history. The President warns the only option may be to evacuate Tehran. Some commentators call that idea 'a joke'. But water cuts have begun - a…
Published on 1 day, 11 hours ago
Are Europe and Russia close to a confrontation?
Episode 1353
Ukraine's President says Moscow is testing Europe's red lines. Unidentified drones are being spotted at some of the busiest airports and military sites in the EU. That's as the bloc pours billions of…
Published on 2 days, 11 hours ago
How will the Syrian president's visit to the White House impact the region?
Episode 1352
A landmark meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House.The historic sit-down signals a major shift in US-Syria relations. So, how will it shape Trump’s legacy in th…
Published on 3 days, 11 hours ago
Is war one of the biggest threats to the world’s climate?
Episode 1351
Leaders are in Brazil for this year’s climate summit to map a path to cutting emissions. But wars in Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine, are unleashing unprecedented levels of greenhouse gases and pollution. So…
Published on 4 days, 11 hours ago
Is Mali about to fall to an al-Qaeda-affiliated armed group?
Episode 1350
Al-Qaeda-linked fighters have blocked fuel deliveries to Mali’s capital for two months. They want to seize territory and drive out Western influence. But could their ultimate goal be to control the c…
Published on 5 days, 11 hours ago
Why is Israel ramping up its attacks on Lebanon?
Episode 1349
The Israeli military is ramping up its attacks on Lebanon, violating a year-long ceasefire. It's carrying out similar breaches in Gaza and occupying Syrian territory. As the disarmament of Hezbollah …
Published on 6 days, 11 hours ago
Can Trump break Russia’s grip on Central Asia as China’s influence grows?
Episode 1348
US President Donald Trump meets with five Central Asian leaders, seeking deals on critical minerals, energy, and trade. But can Washington gain a foothold in a region long dominated by Russia — and w…
Published on 1 week ago
Can both sides in Congress compromise and reopen the US government?
Episode 1347
Long queues at American airports. Thousands of unpaid federal workers surviving on food banks. The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has left millions without essential services. So, can bo…
Published on 1 week, 1 day ago
Can Russian and China relations survive US and other western nations?
Episode 1346
Russia and China pledge to strengthen their relations. President Xi Jinping has met the Russian Prime Minister and called for more cooperation, to deal with what he called a 'turbulent external envir…
Published on 1 week, 2 days ago