Welcome to This Week Explained, your go-to geopolitical podcast for the latest global news and analysis. In this episode, we will be discussing the following topics:Firstly, we will be delving into Russia's war in Ukraine, as tensions continue to rise in the region. We will explore the background of the conflict and the current situation on the ground.Next, we will be examining the recent bomb that killed a prominent Russian military blogger and the potential implications this could have on the country's political landscape.In a significant development, Finland has officially become a NATO country. We will discuss what this means for Finland and the wider geopolitical implications.We will also be covering the recent arrest of a Wall Street Journal journalist and the implications this has on press freedom in the country.Moving on to Asia, we will discuss the recent meeting between Taiwan's President and the US Speaker of the House, and what this means for the US-Taiwan relationship.Saudi Arabia has recently announced it is cutting ties with the US, and we will explore the potential implications of this for both countries and the wider region.Furthermore, Paraguay may be the next country to flip loyalties from Taiwan, and we will discuss what this means for Taiwan's diplomatic relations.Finally, we will take a step back and examine the unsettling future of global power, as rising tensions between major powers continue to shape the global political landscape.Thanks for listening to This Week Explained, and we hope you found this episode informative and insightful. Don't forget to tune in next week for more geopolitical analysis and discussion.-------Get your discount on a brand new BlendJet2 by going to our link: https://zen.ai/analytics12----------------------Sign up for the 'Need-to-Know' newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/99ef58ee7a01/email-signupLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: Apple | Spotify---------------------Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed on the podcast 'This Week Explained' are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided on the podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice or as a substitute for independent research and analysis. Each individual listener should research and identify their own opinions based on facts and logic before making any decisions based on the information provided on the podcast. The podcast hosts and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by individuals based on the information provided on the podcast.


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