Podcast Episodes

Can Donald Trump influence the war in Ukraine?

Episode 1026

A Russian general assassinated by Ukraine in Moscow. Kyiv accused him of using chemical weapons on the battlefield. That's as Russian forces are winning more ground and the U.S. president-in-waiting …

Published on 1 year ago

Why is Germany's election so important?

Episode 1025

Germany faces an early election, following the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government. Europe's biggest economy is in trouble, with deep political divisions. So what are the issues…

Published on 1 year ago

What are the implications of Israel shutting its embassy in Ireland?

Episode 1024

Israel is shutting its embassy in Ireland accusing the government of 'anti-Israel' policies. Dublin has strongly opposed the war on Gaza and recognised a Palestinian state. It rejects Israel's accusa…

Published on 1 year ago

Revisiting: How is climate change impacting food?

Episode 1023

This episode was originally published on July 11th, 2024.

Climate change is disrupting food production and supply worldwide. Crops, fruit, livestock and transport are all affected. Permanently higher…

Published on 1 year ago

Will the Assad regime be held accountable for its crimes?

Episode 1022

Syrians are demanding truth and justice. The new leadership is promising punishment for crimes committed during more than half a century of Assad rule. But is it equipped to carry out this mammoth ex…

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Will Syria's new leaders rebuild the country?

Episode 1021

Freedom and hope after decades of dictatorship. But Syrians face a future fraught with challenges and uncertainties. Do the new leaders have the skills and experience to rebuild a country in ruins? A…

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Can negotiations bring a ceasefire in Gaza?

Episode 1020

A final push by the Biden administration to stop Israel's war on Gaza. Two top officials are in the region to hold talks on how to stop the fighting and secure the release of captives. So what's brin…

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What does the future hold for Syrian refugees in Europe?

Episode 1019

Euphoria is turning into despair for many Syrian refugees in Europe. Days after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, several governments have paused Syrian asylum applications. How does this affect their sta…

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How can Syria be rebuilt?

Episode 1018

Years of war and sanctions mean Syria is in dire need of reconstruction. Foreign funding is essential, along with political stability so work vital to the country's future can begin. So how can this …

Published on 1 year ago

What are Israel's plans in Syria?

Episode 1017

As the Assad government falls, Israel seizes more territory in Syria's Golan Heights. That move tears up a 50-year-old agreement. But Israeli far-right ministers says their country's borders should e…

Published on 1 year ago