Shows / The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.
Episodes
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the implications of Israel's elections?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing alliance has fallen short of a majority after a historic election, while the opposition also lacks…
The Inside Story PodcastWill players in the Gulf establish a new security framework?
With the US and Israel signalling possible attacks, and Iran promising to respond, top officials from the Mecca pact nations – Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and…
The Inside Story PodcastCan protests in Europe bring about change?
Another weekend - another wave of protests in many European countries. But it's in France where some of the largest demonstrations have taken place. It's a…
The Inside Story PodcastHas the world ignored the plight of Sudan's war victims?
Three-and-a-half years of war in Sudan have forced millions of people from their homes. Most remain in limbo in temporary camps and shelters, facing a…
The Inside Story PodcastCan a humanitarian crisis in Gaza be averted?
The US brokered a ceasefire to end Israel's war on Gaza. But since then, Israel has not stopped its attacks. Meanwhile, funding shortages are forcing the World…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will Europe deal with youth-led protests?
Weeks of student protests in France have grown into some of the worst unrest in recent years. They started as a call for reforms to the education system. But…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will a new alliance affect the conflict in eastern DRC?
Joseph Kabila, who ruled DR Congo for almost two decades, is making a comeback. He will lead the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), a…
The Inside Story PodcastWill NATO's theory of victory work?
NATO says it is ready to fight as it unveils a new defence strategy using low-cost drones, artificial intelligence and rapid strikes to deter potential…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will Ukraine respond to the growing pressure from Washington?
US President Donald Trump has announced a deal to bring Russian diesel into the United States, a move welcomed by the Kremlin. He's accused Ukraine of ignoring…
The Inside Story PodcastIs Zionism a form of racism?
Zionism should be treated as any other form of racism. That's what members of the Green Party have agreed on at their annual conference in the UK. Israel has…
The Inside Story PodcastWill elections bring change to multi-ethnic Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Voters in Bosnia and Herzegovina go to the polls for the 10th time since the end of the war more than three decades ago. They're electing more than 500 members…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Malaysia sending back Rohingya refugees to Myanmar?
The Malaysian government is facing accusations of forcibly deporting Rohingya refugees, a charge the government denies. It says the process is voluntary and…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Iraq handle future security challenges alone?
The last remaining US troops have left Iraq, ending a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion to oust Saddam Hussein. After years of conflict and…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy has Trump rejected Iran's peace proposal?
Unacceptable. That was the immediate reaction from US President Donald Trump to Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran says it's still awaiting…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will Saudi Arabia deal with the Houthis?
Fighting is intensifying between Yemen's Ansar Allah Houthis and Saudi Arabia. For the first time since a ceasefire in 2022, the Houthis have fired missiles…
The Inside Story PodcastCan a warming Arctic become an important commercial highway?
Climate change has contributed to major melting in the Arctic, making it navigable for greater stretches of the year. Some countries are already taking notice…
The Inside Story PodcastWill the Houthis seizing the Red Sea coast give Iran leverage in the war?
The Ansarullah Houthis seize Yemen's Red Sea coast, cementing their hold on the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. The advance of the Tehran-aligned group threatens an…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will the far-right AfD's electoral rise impact Germany?
The Alternative for Germany is on top in Sunday's election in the east German state of Saxony-Anhalt, with about 44 percent of the vote. It's benefitted from…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's triggered the latest argument about the Falkland Islands?
Reigniting the centuries-old Falklands dispute. Argentina's president says sovereignty over the islands remains a national objective. The UK insists the…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Libya find a way to govern the fractured country?
International efforts intensify to find a way forward for Libya. The country is controlled by two rival governments. And diplomacy is aimed at holding…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Trump's new sanctions against Iran work?
Will Donald Trump's new sanctions against Iran work? The US president says he will impose 'crushing measures' on Tehran. While the Iranian leadership has…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Israel bidding for new illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank?
Israel opens construction bids for new illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank. That's despite widespread international condemnation. What's driving this…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's driving the escalating Israeli settler violence against Palestinians?
Israeli settler attacks in the occupied West Bank trap Palestinian families in their homes. The violence takes place as Israel's far-right government fights…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat is driving the Ebola crisis?
The Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has already killed two thousand people. And it's spreading faster than any before - outpacing…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the Doha Framework end the conflict in Democratic Republic of Congo?
Can the Doha Framework end the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo? Kinshasa has handed over 15 prisoners to a powerful rebel alliance. It's part…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the hurdles facing the Mecca agreement?
What are the hurdles facing the Mecca agreement? The defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan comes at a time of heightened tension in the…
The Inside Story PodcastHow fragile is Lebanon's uneasy peace?
New Israeli attacks in Lebanon, after soldiers were killed for the first time since a fragile truce with Beirut began in June. It comes despite more…
The Inside Story PodcastIs the conflict between Russia and Ukraine deepening?
A surge in missile and drone attacks by Russia and Ukraine with civilians killed on both sides. Little movement on the diplomatic front, while U.S. attention…
The Inside Story PodcastHow much of a challenge are wildfires to Europe?
How much of a challenge are wildfires to Europe? Rapidly spreading blazes are scorching the continent, destroying forests, farmland, homes and businesses…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Israel withdraw from Gaza if Hamas disarms?
Israel says it has doubts about Hamas disarming. The group and other Palestinian factions in Gaza have agreed to lay down their weapons. But they say it's…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does the US hope to gain from Venezuela's government-opposition talks?
Venezuela's government and a section of the opposition plan to hold talks, backed by the United States. But prominent opposition politician and Nobel laureate…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy did thousands of migrants cross into Spain's Ceuta?
Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into Spain's north African territory of Ceuta from Morocco. While most of them have since returned - Spain's been…
The Inside Story PodcastDoes FIFA need private investment?
FIFA is facing a growing backlash after its proposal to sell a stake in its top events. Europe's governing body UEFA has threatened to boycott the World Cup if…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Saudi Arabia be dragged further into the war in Iran?
Anger in Iraq after Saudi Arabia attacked an umbrella paramilitary group with ties to Iran. Riyadh accuses the Popular Mobilization Forces of targeting its oil…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat will it take to stop the conflict in Sudan?
Sudan's army says it's regained control of a highway connecting the capital to North Kordofan state. The area has become the latest front in the conflict with…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Peru's Keiko Fujimori administration move beyond her father's legacy?
Peru is getting its ninth president in ten years. Keiko Fujimori is taking the reins more than 25 years after her father's polarising presidency. But the scars…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat will it take to bring the wildfires under control in Europe?
Europe engulfed in flames as wildfires spread rapidly. Hundreds of thousands forced from their homes; swathes of land scorched. Climate change has contributed…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy are settler attacks on Palestinians intensifying?
Israel says it's planning a major military operation in the occupied West Bank. Settler attacks on Palestinians are intensifying, becoming increasingly…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's the significance of the US-Saudi nuclear deal?
What's the significance of the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal? The two countries signed an agreement to co-operate on what they say is generating energy for civilian…
The Inside Story PodcastCan India's youth-led protest movement bring lasting change?
India's government is under pressure. Tens of thousands of students are on the streets - demanding the Education Minister's resignation. What started as a…
The Inside Story PodcastWill the US-Iran war dominate discussions at the ASEAN summit?
Southeast Asian nations are gathering for the 2026 ASEAN Summit where topics such as Myanmar and regional security are on the agenda. But officials are…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will Khalil al-Hayya's leadership shape Hamas?
Khalil al-Hayya has been appointed head of the Hamas political bureau. He played a major role in the ceasefire talks to end Israel's devastating war on Gaza…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will Zelenskyy handle the growing political crisis at home?
Ukraine hits back after Russia carries out one of its largest missile attacks of the war. At the same time, Kyiv is dealing with demonstrations and the…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat will the appointment of Andy Burnham as the UK's new prime minister mean?
From mayor to prime minister. Labour Party leader Andy Burnham has promised to steer the UK in a new direction. He'll have to balance challenges at home with…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat can be done to bring the attacks in Gaza to an end?
No safety or security for Palestinians in Gaza. A truce is in place, but Israeli strikes target the Strip nearly every day. Hundreds of people have been killed…
The Inside Story PodcastAre countries prepared to cope with extreme weather?
Extreme weather is causing havoc across much of the world, from record-breaking heatwaves to drought, storms and floods. Scientists warn it's the new normal…
The Inside Story PodcastHow is the US tech industry regulated?
Apple is taking OpenAI to court. The tech giant is suing the artificial intelligence company, accusing it of stealing trade secrets. With the AI race in…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat legacy did Qatar's former Emir leave behind?
He's the man behind Qatar's rise on the international stage. Former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani has died. He'll be remembered as the architect of…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Pakistan deporting thousands of Afghan migrants?
Pakistan carries out another wave of deportations of thousands of Afghan migrants and refugees. It cites national security concerns. But is politics involved…
The Inside Story PodcastWill NATO member states get involved in securing the Strait of Hormuz?
This year's NATO summit in Turkiye is overshadowed by the Iran war. The U.S. wants allies to help it protect shipping in the vital waterway, but what are the…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will Mali's junta respond to growing rebel attacks?
Mounting violence in Mali. A coalition of rebels and armed groups has carried out another series of assaults, highlighting the military government's failure to…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the implications of right-wing populism across Latin America?
Promising to crack down on crime and promoting strong ties with President Trump - right-wing populists are winning elections across Latin America. Is this a…
The Inside Story PodcastHow did Ukrainian strikes cause a fuel crisis in Russia?
Long lines at petrol stations in one of the world's largest energy producers. Relentless Ukrainian strikes have caused a fuel crisis in Russia. Will economic…
The Inside Story PodcastIs China's new ethnic unity law a step towards forced assimilation?
China's new ethnic unity law has come into effect. Rights groups and activists overseas say it will further shrink the rights of minorities. Will the law help…
The Inside Story PodcastCould water become a flashpoint between Islamabad and New Delhi?
Pakistan has said India's suspension of a decades-old treaty could amount to an act of war. And tensions between the two are already high. So, how could they…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy are Sudan's Rapid Support Forces battling for control of el-Obeid?
The Rapid Support Forces are trying to seize the strategic southern city of el-Obeid from the Sudanese military. Rights groups are warning of a potential…
The Inside Story PodcastHow is South Africa dealing with immigration?
A June 30th deadline set by anti-migrant groups for undocumented foreigners to leave, has come and gone. Thousands protested across the country, against what…
The Inside Story PodcastHow far will Iraq's new government go to crack down on corruption?
Several senior politicians have been detained in a wave of arrests. The government says it's just the beginning. But is this about graft, or is politics…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the International Court of Justice help end the conflict in eastern DRC?
The Democratic Republic of Congo takes Rwanda to the International Court of Justice. Kinshasa seeks to hold Kigali responsible for the war in the eastern DRC…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Crimea so critical to the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
Crimea under a state of emergency. The move comes as Ukraine intensifies attacks on the Russian-controlled region. Kyiv says its aim is to press Moscow to end…