US President Donald Trump is intensifying his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, and is expected to meet Russia's President Vladimir Putin. Western sanctions against Russia and military support for Ukraine have failed to bring peace. Could an end to the war be nearing? 

In this episode: 

• Ivan Timofeev - Director of the Russian International Affairs Council.

• Michael Bociurkiw - Global affairs analyst and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council.

• Chris Weafer - CEO of the consultancy Macro-Advisory.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Brazil, India, China and Russia remain firmly in Donald Trump's sights as targets for his tariffs.
Others like the EU have caved and negotiated deals. But for those that haven't, could the US president's confrontational stance forge new alliances against him?

In this episode: 

• Einar Tangen - China specialist and senior fellow at the Taihe Institute. 

• Gustavo de Carvalho - Senior researcher at the South African Institute of International Affairs. 

• David McWilliams - Economist, author and podcast host.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Israel's war on Gaza has injured more than 150-thousand Palestinians. Many with life-changing injuries need specialist long-term care - but face devastation and blockade by Israel. So, what's the impact of all this on Gaza's people now - and into the future? 

In this episode: 

• Dr Khamis Elessi - Neurorehabilitiation and Pain Medicine Consultant in Gaza.

• Dr Samah Jabr - a Palestinian psychiatrist and psychotherapist.
• Dr Ghassan Abu Sittah - who's served as a war surgeon in Gaza.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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The US has imposed a punitive 25% tariff on India. President Trump warns more could follow. 
It's a spectacular change from six months ago when the leaders of the two nations declared their warm friendship at the White House. So what went wrong? And what's next? 

In this episode: 

• Brahma Chellaney, Professor of Strategic Studies at the Centre for Policy Research.

• Elizabeth Threlkeld, Director of the South Asia Program at the Stimson Center.

• Sumantra Bose, Political Scientist and Professor at Krea University in India. 

Host: Dareen Abughaida 

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How will Russia respond to Donald Trump's statement--that he's re-positioning two nuclear submarines?

The move comes after comments by Russia's former president on the war in Ukraine, which Trump says amount to a threat.

So, is there a risk of escalation here?

In this episode: 

• Richard Weitz, Senior Fellow at NATO Defense College.

• Pavel Felgenhauer, Political and Military Commentator.

• Benjamin Friedman, Policy Director at Defense Priorities think-tank. 

Host: James Bays

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The US President has imposed new levies on several countries, set to take effect in the coming days. But will the new measures reduce the US trade deficit? And what's the long-term impact on the global economy?

In this episode: 

• Harry Broadman, Economist at RAND Corporation and a former U.S. Assistant Trade Representative and Chief of Staff of the President's Council of Economic Advisers.

• Seijiro Takeshita, Professor of Management at the University of Shizuoka in Japan.

• Steve Hanke, Professor at the Johns Hopkins University and Distinguished Senior Scholar at the Mises Institute

Host: Adrian Finighan

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The US announces sanctions against the Palestinian leadership, saying it has undermined peace efforts. It comes as the war in Gaza still rages and the push for Palestinian statehood is gaining momentum. So, what are the implications of the US decision?

In this episode: 

• Xavier Abu Eid, Former advisor to the Palestine Liberation Organization.

• Eli Clifton, Senior Advisor at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.

• Firas El Echi, Journalist and host of the 'Here's Why' podcast.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Palestinians dying from hunger in Gaza. Those who've survived Israel's relentless war so far are now in immediate danger of starvation. Desperate people queuing for food are gunned down by Israeli and US contractors. Is Israel implementing a strategy of genocide by starvation? 

In this episode: 

• Tamer Qarmout, Associate Professor, Public Policy, Doha Institute for Graduate Studies. 

• Arwa Damon, Founder, International Network for Aid, Relief and Assistance.

• Dr James Smith, Emergency Physician.

Host: James Bays

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The US and European Union say they have struck a trade deal. It will impose 15% tariffs for Europe but not the US, and there are pledges for huge US energy and weapons contracts. EU supporters say it averts a trade war but critics say it's a capitulation. So, who's the winner? 

In this episode: 

• David McWilliams, Economist and Host, 'The David McWilliams Podcast'. 
• Alan Tonelson, US Economic Policy Analyst. 
• Mujtaba Rahman, Managing Director, Europe at Eurasia Group. 

Host: James Bays

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Starvation in Gaza. The entire population food-deprived after months of Israel blocking vital supplies and waging relentless attacks. Experts say the strategy means long-term damage for the health of Gaza's people. So, what are the consequences of Israel's actions?

In this episode: 

• Dr. Nick Maynard, Surgeon, Medical Aid for Palestinians.
• Dr. Tanya Haj-Hassan, Paediatric Intensive Care Doctor. 
• Alex de Waal, Executive Director, World Peace Foundation. 

Host: James Bays

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