What does Russia's new nuclear policy mean for global security?

President Vladimir Putin revises Russia's nuclear policy, clearing the way for broader use of atomic weapons. The move heightens tensions with the West and escalates the conflict with Ukraine. What does the change mean for global security? In this episode: Pavel Felgenhauer, Russian Defence and Mi…

How will the G20 leaders enforce multilateralism?

G20 leaders failed to agree on financing climate change action. However, they've pledged support for multilateralism, the global south and an open economy. But how would the group enforce all of this? And what will Donald Trump's return mean for the world order? In this episode: Laura Carvalho, Di…

How will Ukraine's use of American missiles impact its war with Russia?

For months, Ukraine has wanted to use American missiles against Russia. Now, outgoing President Joe Biden has given the go-ahead, in a significant change in US policy. So, will this turn the tide of the war? And how will Russia respond? In this episode: Andrei Fedorov, Former Deputy Foreign Minist…

Has the world failed the people of Sudan?

Is there any way to stop the war in Sudan? The fighting is estimated to have killed tens of thousands of civilians. It's caused the largest human displacement in the world. Attempts to end the fighting are getting nowhere. So has the world failed the people of Sudan? In this episode: Kholood Khair…

How will Trump's cabinet nominees shape foreign policy?

Team Trump 2.0 is taking shape. The US President-elect has nominated key members of his cabinet. Some of Donald Trump's picks are raising eyebrows. How will they shape Trump's foreign policy? And how will it affect the Middle East? In this episode: Niall Stanage, White House Columnist, The Hill Ne…

Can COP29 help solve the climate crisis?

A vision to tackle the world’s climate crisis.Year after year, activists and scientists chalk out plans for nations to cut emissions. But are climate conferences achieving their objectives? And what are the challenges being faced by developing nations and climate offenders? Suzanne Lynch, Associate…

Why isn't the US holding Israel to account? 

A 30-day deadline to allow more aid into Gaza has expired. Aid agencies say Israel has failed to act on the demands of its biggest ally. So why isn't the US holding Israel to account?  Nadia Hardman - Researcher, Human Rights Watch. Tamara Alrifai, Spokesperson for UNRWA. Hassan Barari, Professor o…

What's the narrative surrounding the riots in Amsterdam?

Visiting Israeli football hooligans on rampage in Amsterdam - provoking Dutch Arabs and instigating a wave of violence. Did officials fail to prevent the rioting? Is their narrative of the unrest biased? In this episode: Mouin Rabbani, Non-resident Fellow, Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Stud…

What should African leaders expect from Trump?

What should African leaders expect from Trump as he makes his comeback? The continent hasn't been a top diplomatic priority for Washington in recent years. But as Russia and China expand their influence there, will Trump reverse this trend? In this episode: Cameron Hudson, Senior Fellow, Center fo…

How will politics play a role in climate change talks?

Delegates have gathered in Azerbaijan for the UN's climate conference. Carbon emissions, rising sea levels and melting ice sheets are on the agenda. But will there be an agreement this time? And how will Donald Trump's return to the White House impact the talks? In this episode: Harjeet Singh, Glo…