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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 regional push for peace. But without any let-up in…
Published on 1 week, 3 days 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 for a new government are due in February. So how vo…
Published on 1 week, 4 days 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 European-South American deal planned for more than …
Published on 1 week, 5 days ago
What might Trump do to get the Gaza ceasefire agreement back on track?
Episode 1390
Daily Israeli breaches of the Gaza ceasefire agreement threaten the entire peace process, says the Qatari prime minister, who helped broker the deal forged by Donald Trump. So, what's gone wrong -- a…
Published on 1 week, 6 days ago
What are the dangers of Trump ramping up pressure on Venezuela?
Episode 1389
Russia and China voice support for Venezuela after Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Nicolas Maduro. The US blockades sanctioned oil tankers in the midst of a major military build-up in the region…
Published on 2 weeks ago
Can Afghanistan avert a hunger crisis?
Episode 1388
Millions of people in Afghanistan face acute food insecurity, the UN warns. The crisis is exacerbated by sharp cuts in global aid funding and the forced deportation of Afghans from neighbouring count…
Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago
What's behind South America's shift to the right?
Episode 1387
Chileans have elected their most conservative leader in decades. Jose Antonio Kast's victory is another sign South America is veering to the right. But what's behind this shift? And what are the poli…
Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
How will the US respond to the killing of three of its soldiers in Syria?
Episode 1386
How will the US respond to the killing of three of its soldiers in Syria? Washington blames the Islamic State for the attack and vows retaliation. So, does that mean direct military involvement? And …
Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Why has Trump eased sanctions on Belarus now?
Episode 1385
US president Donald Trump eases sanctions on Belarus after it frees more than 100 political prisoners. Stiff European sanctions remain in place against the close Russian ally. So, why's the deal been…
Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago
How dangerous is the situation in DR Congo?
Episode 1384
The US and UN warn violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo could escalate into a regional conflict. Hundreds of people killed as Rwandan-backed M23 rebels seize another city, just over a week af…
Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago