Israel’s military offensive in Gaza to free hostages and Italy’s plan to tackle unpaid fines
Benjamin Netanyahu suggests expanding Israel’s military operations in Gaza to free hostages; Russia’s deadline for a deal approaches; the chaos engulfing the right in the UK; and Italy’s plan to tackle unpaid fines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine dominates agenda at the Helsinki+50 Conference. Plus: ‘Salute’ to National Spritz Day
We speak to Ukrainian Nobel laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk at the Helsinki+50 Conference. Then: The White House’s ambitions to build a new ballroom and we raise a glass to National Spritz Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How will recognising a Palestinian state affect tariff deals with Trump?
As Trump’s tariff deadline looms, we assess what recognition of a Palestinian state means for trade deals with Washington. Then: why Europe’s roads aren’t war-ready and the importance of influencers in politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The death of popularity: Why are no politicians liked anymore?
Approval ratings for leaders in the US and UK are slumping, we unpack why global politics seems so fragmented. Plus: The fallout from Tehran’s water crisis and the reason behind a Regency literature revival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The UK sets out a plan to conditionally recognise the state of Palestine
The UK’s prime minister, Keir Starmer, announces a plan to recognise the state of Palestine. Then: Washington and Beijing hold a second day of trade talks. Plus: how important is ice in a drink?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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