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How has Sudan's conflict impacted the region? Apr 15, 2025

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Two years of conflict in Sudan between troops loyal to the army and those backing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Regional countries have been supporting different sides. But, what's the impact on neighbouring countries? And could the conflict spread?

In this episode:

Justin Lynch, Managing Director, Conflict Insights Group.
Mohy Omer, Former Senior Sudan Policy Advisor, Biden administration.
Elbashir Idris, Independent Sudan analyst.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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What's the impact of Israel's attacks on hospitals in Gaza? Apr 14, 2025

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Israel bombs one of the last working hospitals in Gaza, a place where usually treatable health conditions can now mean death. Targeting health facilities is a war crime, yet, it still happens. So, what's the impact of Israel's attacks on patients and doctors?

In this episode:

Olga Cherevko, Spokesperson, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Gaza.
Dr. Tanya Haj Hassan, Paediatric Intensive Care Doctor.
Dr. Mads Gilbert, Emergency Medicine Doctor, Senior Consultant, University Hospital of North Norway.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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How will Gabon's new leader impact the country? Apr 13, 2025

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He led a coup in Gabon, promising to hand power back to civilians. But General Brice Oligui Nguema has just won Saturday's election, and will lead the country for the next seven years. So, will this lead to democratic change and reforms?

In this episode:

Jo Dioumy Moubassango, Member, Gabon's Parliament.
Victor Doke, Professor, International Politics, Peace and Security, Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre.
Abdullahi Boru Halakhe, Africa Security and Policy Analyst.
Arnauld Engandji, Special Adviser, Gabonese President.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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How has the war in Ukraine divided Western countries? Apr 12, 2025

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While the US is pushing for a quick end, the Europeans are increasing their military aid to Kyiv. And with no end in sight to the fighting, can those differences be bridged?

In this episode:

Hanna Shelest, Director, Security Programmes, Ukrainian Prism.
Glenn Diesen, Professor, International Relations, University of South-Eastern Norway.
Domitilla Sagramoso, Senior Lecturer, Conflict and Security, Kings College, London.

Host: James Bays

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Why does Syria matter to Israel and Turkiye? Apr 11, 2025

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Israel and Turkiye have held talks over Syria in a bid to avoid clashes there. Benjamin Netanyahu's government says Turkish military bases in post-Assad Syria is a red line. But what if that line is crossed?

In this episode:

Barin Kayaoglu, Assistant Professor at the Institute for Area Studies at the Social Sciences University of Ankara.
Joshua Landis, Director of the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Oklahoma.
Alon Liel, Former Director at the Israeli Foreign Ministry

Host: James Bays

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Can Europeans change the course of the war in Ukraine? Apr 10, 2025

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Drumming up more support for Ukraine against Russia. European countries are considering deploying troops. They're promising more aid as well. It all comes as Donald Trump says he will end the conflict. But can Europeans alone change the course of the war in Ukraine?

In this episode:

Pieter Cleppe -- Editor-in-Chief of BrusselsReport.eu.
Marina Miron -- Researcher, War Studies Department of King’s College London.
Anatol Lieven -- Director,Eurasia Program at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.

Host: James Bays

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Could Trump's tariffs destroy globalisation? Apr 09, 2025

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Globalisation has become the driver of international trade giving both rich and poorer countries a stake in world business. Then came US President Donald Trump's tariffs. Could they torpedo globalisation? And what would that mean?

In this episode:

Shirley Yu, Senior Visiting Fellow, London School of Economics.
Melanie Brusseler, US Programme Director, Common Wealth.
Chris Weafer, CEO, Macro-Advisory.

Host: James Bays

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Why did Netanyahu visit the White House? Apr 08, 2025

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US President Donald Trump has hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the second time since returning to office in January. Iran and Gaza were the main topics discussed. Why did the meeting take place and what does it signal?

In this episode:

H A Hellyer, Senior Associate Fellow, Royal United Services Institute.
Trita Parsi, Executive Vice President, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.
Daniel Levy, President, US / Middle East Project.

Host: Dareen Abughaida

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How are Trump's tariffs impacting global financial markets? Apr 07, 2025

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Turmoil in markets and the financial world as shock-waves from US president Donald Trump's tariffs continue. But despite the widespread alarm, Trump is sticking to his plans. So what's happening and what does it mean for people worldwide?

In this episode:

Ian Goldin, Professor, Globalisation and Development, University of Oxford.
Deborah Elms, Head, Trade Policy, Hinrich Foundation, Singapore.
Steven Erlanger, Chief Diplomatic Correspondent, Europe, The New York Times.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Will Israel face consequences for killing emergency workers? Apr 06, 2025

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Video from a dead victim's phone shows how Israel attacked an ambulance convoy in Gaza killing 15 Palestinian emergency workers. It shows too that Israeli statements after the attack were false. Will anyone face justice for this latest war crime?

In this episode:

William Schabas, Professor, International Law, Middlesex University.
Toby Cadman, International Human Rights Lawyer.
Michael Mansfield, International Human Rights Lawyer.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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