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  • What the Harris-Walz ticket means for Israel, Ukraine and the world

    As Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running-mate in November's US presidential election, Professor Scott Lucas from the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin discusses how the Democratic ticket will approach issues including the Middle East and the war in Ukraine.


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


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    11 min
  • The escalation of drone warfare in Ukraine

    The battle for Ukraine has led to an escalation in drone warfare, with both sides using advanced technology as well as cheap hobbyist devices to make strategic gains. Plus - allegations of chemical weapon use have surfaced, raising international concerns and calls for investigation.


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio

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    11 min
  • The huge NATO airbase near Russia's border

    As the long-awaited F16 fighter jets arrive in Ukraine, The Times’ Defence Correspondent, George Grylls, discusses his recent visit to the huge NATO air-base in Romania. Plus, Russia expert Mark Galeotti on what the scale of Russian casualties means for Vladimir Putin.


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: www.thetimes.com

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    11 min
  • Frontline special - Professor Justin Bronk from the Royal United Services Institute

    In this Frontline special, Professor Justin Bronk from the military sciences team at the Royal United Services Institute discusses the war in Ukraine and the arrival of F16 fighter jets.


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: https://www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: thetimes.co.uk

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    23 min
  • Frontline special - biosecurity expert Hamish de Bretton-Gordon

    In this Frontline special, former British tank commander and biosecurity expert Hamish de Bretton-Gordon discusses the war in Ukraine and whether Russia is trying to sabotage the Paris Olympics.


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: https://www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: thetimes.co.uk

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    26 min
  • The US and Russia's Cold War-style prisoner swap

    After the biggest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the days of the Cold War, The Times' Foreign Correspondent, Marc Bennetts, shares his analysis. Plus, could rising tensions in the Middle East lead to all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah?


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: www.thetimes.com

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    11 min
  • Israel takes out another Hamas leader

    As Israel kills another Hamas leader The Times’ Middle East Correspondent, Samer Al-Atrush, shares his analysis. Plus, what difference will NATO-supplied F16 fighter jets make to the war in Ukraine?


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: www.thetimes.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • Iran vows revenge for Hamas assassination

    As the Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh is killed in an airstrike in Tehran, the militant group blames Israel - and Iran promises ‘harsh punishment’. His death could scupper chances of a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal. Some fear assassinations of key figures from both Hezbollah and Hamas could escalate into a broader conflict.


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: www.thetimes.com

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    11 min
  • Venezuela protests grow after ‘stolen’ election

    At least one person is dead as security forces clash with protesters angry that Nicolás Maduro has been declared winner of the presidential election. With hundreds arrested and statues of Hugo Chávez toppled, The Times correspondent in Caracas discusses the legitimacy of the election - and what happens next in Venezuela. Plus, Russia begins large-scale naval drills involving thousands of personnel - but the Black Sea fleet is absent. 


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: www.thetimes.com 


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • Tensions mount as Israel mulls Hezbollah attack

    A flurry of diplomatic activity is underway as Israel weighs a wider military response to the rocket attack that killed 12 children on Saturday. With Hezbollah blamed for the strike, Lebanese and global leaders want to prevent escalation. Plus, more sabotage attacks hit French infrastructure as Paris 2024 continues. 


    The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. 


    Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio 

    Read more: www.thetimes.com 

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min

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