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Are the sectarian tensions in Syria a threat to President al-Sharaa?
Episode 1400
Renewed sectarian anger grips parts of Syria. Alawite protesters confront government supporters and masked men attack security forces. Alawites say t…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
What's the significance of Israel recognising Somaliland?
Episode 1399
Israel has become the first country to recognise Somaliland, the breakaway region of Somalia. That's angered Mogadishu, as well as African and Arab s…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Do Donald Trump's strikes in Nigeria serve any purpose?
Episode 1398
The US President says they are against ISIL, claiming it targets Christians in the country.But are his allegations of religious persecution in Nigeri…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Has the fight against al-Shabab failed?
Episode 1397
UN experts say the group remains a major threat to stability in Somalia and neighbouring countries. And it is still able to carry out attacks repeate…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Does occupied West Bank land seizure undermine peace?
Episode 1396
Israel is escalating the confiscation of Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank and approving new illegal settlements at an unprecedented scale. …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Is peace on the horizon for Sudan in 2026?
Episode 1395
After another year of fighting, is peace on the horizon for Sudan in 2026? Khartoum has come up with a plan to end the conflict, but the UN warns the…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
How will the Syrian government deal with its growing security challenges?
Episode 1394
How will the Syrian government deal with its growing security challenges? Renewed fighting between the army and Syrian Democratic Forces is highlight…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Can diplomacy end the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia?
Episode 1393
In the ongoing fighting between Thailand and Cambodia - does diplomacy stand a chance? The two sides have held their first face-to-face meeting in a …
3 months, 4 weeks ago
How volatile is Bangladesh's political situation?
Episode 1392
Political tension and unrest in Bangladesh after the assassination of a student leader of last year's uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina. Elections f…
3 months, 4 weeks ago
Why are European farmers protesting the EU-Mercosur agreement?
Episode 1391
European farmers protest against the EU-Mercosur agreement. That's as signing has been postponed until January, due to disagreements in Europe. The E…
3 months, 4 weeks ago