The Global Briefing: Syrian government officials and representatives of Hezbollah have reportedly held secret face-to-face talks in Turkey, in what could signal a significant shift in relations between the two sides.

Brazil goes to the polls on Sunday for the first round of its presidential election, with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva seeking a fourth non-consecutive term.

India is becoming increasingly vocal about its differences with Washington, as tensions emerge over tariffs, trade negotiations, US policy towards Pakistan and India's continued energy relationship with Russia

Guest: Dr Joan Swart - Researcher in Military Science at the University of Stellenbosch