Ukraine carries out large-scale drone strikes on multiple Russian airbases and the operation timed just ahead of crucial peace talks. So, does the daring attack give the US leverage against Russia? And is it the right time for more sanctions?

In this episode: 

• Hanna Shelest, Security Studies Program Director, Ukrainian Prism .
• Pavel Felgenhauer, Independent Defence Analyst.
• Anatol Lieven, Eurasia Program Director, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.

Host: Dareen Abughaida

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The US sends Iran what it calls an 'acceptable' proposal for a nuclear deal after the UN watchdog says Tehran is producing record amounts of near weapons-grade uranium. So, does this mark a turning point? And will diplomacy or military force come next?

In this episode: 

• Hassan Ahmadian, Assistant Professor, University of Tehran. 
• Ali Vaez, Iran Project Director, International Crisis Group.
• Sahil Shah, Independent Security Analyst. 

Host: James Bays

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Has Israel turned Gaza into a starvation camp? The UN says the strip is the hungriest place on Earth. As Israel continues its blockade and bombardment, every single person is at risk of famine. What are the long-term effects on Palestinians' health?

In this episode: 

• Dr Victoria Rose, Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Gaza's Nasser Hospital. 
• Dr Bara Zuhaili, Vascular Surgeon, volunteered in Gaza twice.
• Amjad Shawa, Director, Palestinian Non-Governmental Organizations Network.
• Hasan Khatib, Professor, Genetics and Epigenetics, University of Wisonsin - Madison. 

Host: James Bays

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Israel is expanding its settlements in the occupied West Bank which, under international law, are illegal. Israel says they're being established with a long-term strategic vision. But, what does that mean for the future of an independent Palestinian state?

In this episode: 

• Xavier Abu Eid, Political Analyst.
• Ori Goldberg, Israeli author and academic.
• Salman Shaikh, CEO, The Shaikh Group.

Host: James Bays

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Donald Trump's administration said it will revoke the visas of Chinese students studying at US universities. US embassies have also been instructed to pause new interviews. So, how much of this is politics? And what fallout could US universities suffer?

In this episode: 

• Clay Harmon, Executive Director, Association of International Enrollment Management. 
• Alexandra Miller, Immigration Lawyer, Vecina. 
• Josef Gregory Mahoney, Professor, East China Normal University.

Host: James Bays

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Chaos at aid distribution sites in southern Gaza. The UN has distanced itself from the operations of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation that's backed by the US and Israel. What’s behind this move to establish a separate aid mechanism? And what needs to change to help desperate Palestinians?

In this episode: 

• Chris Gunness, Former Director of Communications, UNRWA. 
• Amjad Shawa, Director, Palestinian NGOs Network.
• Eyal Weizman, Director, Forensic Architecture, Goldsmiths.

Host: Folly Bah Thibault

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Donald Trump brands Vladimir Putin 'absolutely crazy' after Russia launched its largest aerial attack of the war on Ukraine. The Kremlin is downplaying Trump’s remarks, describing them as 'emotional overload'. So, is the US President emboldening Putin? Or will Trump’s fiery words be put into action with sanctions?

In this episode: 

• Mark Storella, Former US Ambassador. 
• Alexey Muraviev, Associate Professor, National Security and Strategic Studies, Curtin University.
• Aaron Gasch Burnett, Senior Fellow, Democratic Strategy Initiative.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Spain hosts European and Arab nations as Israel's aid blockade fuels a famine in Gaza. 'The Madrid Group' is calling for an arms embargo and condemned silence as complicity. So why is Israel facing pressure from some of its allies now? And can it be effective without US support?

In this episode: 

• Lynn Boylan, Member, European Parliament; Chair of the Delegation of Relations with Palestine.
• Mouin Rabbani, Non-Resident Fellow, Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies.
• Saul Takahashi, Former Deputy Head of Office, UN Human Rights Agency in Occupied Palestine.

Host: Tom McRae

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260 miners trapped in a South African gold mine have been rescued after more than 24 hours. Countries across Africa are seeing a rise in mine-related accidents, exploitation and environmental damage. So, what lessons are being learned from past tragedies? And are Africans getting a raw deal?

In this episode: 

• Claude Kabemba, Executive Director, Southern Africa Resource Watch.
• Christopher Vandome, Senior Research Fellow, Chatham House Africa Programme.
• Maurice Carney, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Friends of the Congo.

Host: Tom McRae

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US President Donald Trump is threatening to impose 50% tariffs on European Union imports starting June 1st. The EU says it stands ready to defend its interests. But is Trump genuinely seeking a deal with the European Union? And is Europe about to pay a high price for not settling with Trump sooner?

In this episode: 

• Paolo Von Schirach, President, Global Policy Institute.
• Will Hutton, Political Economist. 
• Brian Wong, Fellow, Centre on Contemporary China and the World. 

Host: Tom McRae

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