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Why does Israel keep bombing religious sites?
Episode 1239
Israel bombs Gaza's only Catholic church, the latest religious site hit in the war. Hundreds of mosques damaged or destroyed with cemeteries oblitera…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
What’s next after Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs on Brazil?
Episode 1238
Deepening conflict between the US and Brazil over the prosecution of former president Jair Bolsonaro. US President Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Is the voting system in the UK fair?
Episode 1237
The UK government wants to introduce legislation to lower the voting age, saying it aims to modernise UK democracy. But will the reform make any diff…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
What are the long-term implications of Israel's actions in Syria?
Episode 1236
What is the real motive behind Israel's involvement in Syria? Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, it's repeatedly bombed and extended its occupation, …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
What does China's military activities mean for Japan?
Episode 1235
Tokyo says China's growing military activity is a serious threat. So, what does this mean for an already volatile region? And how will the US react? …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
How is Syria's new government dealing with the Druze minority?
Episode 1234
Reluctant to recognise the new government in Syria, fighters from the Druze minority have been involved in sectarian violence. A ceasefire is in plac…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
What's the legacy of the Iran nuclear deal and its collapse?
Episode 1233
Ten years ago Iran and world powers signed a historic nuclear deal, easing sanctions in return for limits on Tehran's nuclear programme. Since then, …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
What’s Trump’s strategy behind imposing tariffs on Europe and Mexico?
Episode 1232
US President Donald Trump tells Europe and Mexico they face tariffs of 30 percent from next month. That's created shock and is raising fears of an al…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
How will funding cuts affect the millions living with HIV/AIDS?
Episode 1231
Sudden cuts to international funding have dealt a severe blow to the global fight against HIV/AIDS. The UN warns millions of people will die and mill…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
What next for the Kurds as the PKK begins laying down arms?
Episode 1230
Members of the Kurdish Workers' Party have laid down their arms, ending a decades-long struggle with Turkiye. But will this move by the PKK lead to r…
5 months, 4 weeks ago