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Why is Israel ramping up attacks in Lebanon despite a ceasefire?
Episode 1548
Israel intensifies its military action in Lebanon, killing and injuring dozens of people, despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Iran insists those attac…
1 week, 3 days ago
Will Pope Leo's encyclical on AI have an impact on big tech?
Episode 1547
In the first keynote policy statement of his papacy, Pope Leo has warned that artificial intelligence must be for the benefit of humanity, not geopol…
1 week, 4 days ago
Is a US-Iran deal taking shape?
Episode 1546
A possible US-Iran deal to end the conflict is taking shape. While mediators try to bridge some critical divides, Israeli officials are reportedly wo…
1 week, 5 days ago
What could be the lasting legacy of the US-Israeli war on Iran?
Episode 1545
The Iran war has caused the worst energy crisis in history, according to the International Energy Agency. It's been politically unpopular in the US t…
1 week, 6 days ago
Is pragmatism replacing ideology in today's diplomatic world?
Episode 1544
The US and India are seeking to mend ties after a year of diplomatic see-saw...tariffs imposed then quickly scrapped because of the war in Iran.
It'…
2 weeks ago
What are the implications of US sanctions in Lebanon?
Episode 1543
Israel keeps up its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The US has sanctioned nine people, including two Lebanese army officers accused of links …
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Do aid flotillas make a difference for Palestinians under Israeli blockade?
Episode 1542
Detained and ridiculed by a senior Israeli minister. The mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists has sparked global outrage. They were part of the la…
2 weeks, 2 days ago
What's the significance of Putin's visit to China?
Episode 1541
Amplifying an 'unshakeable bond' in a 'turbulent' international situation. Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin hold talks in Beijing: their 40th meeting as…
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Does Ukraine have the advantage against Russia right now?
Episode 1540
A huge attack in the Moscow region and unrelenting strikes on its energy facilities — Ukraine is taking the war deeper into Russia. Russian oil refin…
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Will Cuba be forced to accept the US president's demands?
Episode 1539
Running out of fuel. Cuba is struggling to keep the lights on as the United States ramps up economic pressure and military threats. Washington is now…
2 weeks, 5 days ago