The US and Iran have confirmed opening lines of communication to avert conflict amid tensions in the Gulf. Meanwhile, Iran has designated European armies ‘terrorist groups’. Where is all of this headed? Panellists Negah Angha and Simon Brooke assess this and other stories.

Spain takes a stand on migration, going against the grain in Europe
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Iraq’s former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki resurfaces – but at what cost?
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ICE in Europe, Nato’s role in Afghanistan and the future of transatlantic co-operation
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