We’re joined by Monocle’s Middle East correspondent, Leila Molana-Allen, to discuss the shocking hostage revelation in Israel and unpack Arab leaders’ alternative plan for Gaza. Also in the programme: former German MEP Reinhard Bütikofer on Germany’s responsibility for Europe’s defence. Then: as the James Bond franchise is sold to Amazon, we discuss the character’s future as a soft-power figure. Plus: Andrew Mueller’s ‘What We Learned’.

<p>We&rsquo;re joined by Monocle&rsquo;s Middle East correspondent, Leila Molana-Allen, to discuss the shocking hostage revelation in Israel and unpack Arab leaders&rsquo; alternative plan for Gaza. Also in the programme: former German MEP Reinhard B&uuml;tikofer on Germany&rsquo;s responsibility for Europe&rsquo;s defence. Then: as the James Bond franchise is sold to Amazon, we discuss the character&rsquo;s future as a soft-power figure. Plus: Andrew Mueller&rsquo;s &lsquo;What We Learned&rsquo;.</p>

Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards. 

<p>Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards. </p>