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The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.
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The Inside Story PodcastHas the fight against al-Shabab failed?
UN experts say the group remains a major threat to stability in Somalia and neighbouring countries. And it is still able to carry out attacks repeatedly. So…
The Inside Story PodcastDoes occupied West Bank land seizure undermine peace?
Israel is escalating the confiscation of Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank and approving new illegal settlements at an unprecedented scale. Its…
The Inside Story PodcastIs peace on the horizon for Sudan in 2026?
After another year of fighting, is peace on the horizon for Sudan in 2026? Khartoum has come up with a plan to end the conflict, but the UN warns the violence…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will the Syrian government deal with its growing security challenges?
How will the Syrian government deal with its growing security challenges? Renewed fighting between the army and Syrian Democratic Forces is highlighting the…
The Inside Story PodcastCan diplomacy end the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia?
In the ongoing fighting between Thailand and Cambodia - does diplomacy stand a chance? The two sides have held their first face-to-face meeting in a regional…
The Inside Story PodcastHow volatile is Bangladesh's political situation?
Political tension and unrest in Bangladesh after the assassination of a student leader of last year's uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina. Elections for a new…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy are European farmers protesting the EU-Mercosur agreement?
European farmers protest against the EU-Mercosur agreement. That's as signing has been postponed until January, due to disagreements in Europe. The…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat might Trump do to get the Gaza ceasefire agreement back on track?
Daily Israeli breaches of the Gaza ceasefire agreement threaten the entire peace process, says the Qatari prime minister, who helped broker the deal forged by…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the dangers of Trump ramping up pressure on Venezuela?
Russia and China voice support for Venezuela after Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Nicolas Maduro. The US blockades sanctioned oil tankers in the midst of…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Afghanistan avert a hunger crisis?
Millions of people in Afghanistan face acute food insecurity, the UN warns. The crisis is exacerbated by sharp cuts in global aid funding and the forced…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's behind South America's shift to the right?
Chileans have elected their most conservative leader in decades. Jose Antonio Kast's victory is another sign South America is veering to the right. But what's…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will the US respond to the killing of three of its soldiers in Syria?
How will the US respond to the killing of three of its soldiers in Syria? Washington blames the Islamic State for the attack and vows retaliation. So, does…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy has Trump eased sanctions on Belarus now?
US president Donald Trump eases sanctions on Belarus after it frees more than 100 political prisoners. Stiff European sanctions remain in place against the…
The Inside Story PodcastHow dangerous is the situation in DR Congo?
The US and UN warn violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo could escalate into a regional conflict. Hundreds of people killed as Rwandan-backed M23 rebels…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy does Europe want to restrict migration?
Twenty-seven European nations which are signatories to the European Convention on Human Rights want the treaty changed to restrict migration. Opponents say…
The Inside Story PodcastCould the Ukraine war be nearing an end?
European leaders have sent new peace proposals for the war in Ukraine to US President Donald Trump. Loss of territory to Russia and use of frozen Russian…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Australia's under 16's social media ban work?
Australia has become the first country in the world to ban social media use for children younger than 16. The move has divided public opinion there, but other…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does the government crackdown on protesters mean for Tanzania's future?
Tanzania's government is under pressure. Opposition activists are angry about an election that they say was a sham and had called for protests to coincide with…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Southeast Asia keep rebuilding after its deadliest storm season?
Nearly two thousand dead and hundreds missing in one of the worst storm seasons in Southeast Asia's recorded history. Cyclones, typhoons and back-to-back…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat kind of Syria is the new government building?
Hope, promise and enormous challenges. It's been one year since the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, and even while it celebrates, the country is…
The Inside Story PodcastWho stands to benefit the most from the Putin-Modi summit in India?
From limo diplomacy to a ceremonial guard - Vladimir Putin got a red-carpet welcome in India this week.He was there to talk trade ties and energy supply with…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the implications of Trump calling Somali-Americans 'garbage'?
Surrounded by his cabinet, US President Donald Trump described Somalis living in America as 'garbage'. The comments have been widely condemned, but not by his…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is France's Macron in China visiting Xi Jinping?
France's President Emmanuel Macron visits China for a three-day state visit - at a tricky time in relations. Under discussion - trade and the Ukraine war -…
The Inside Story PodcastWho benefits from India's sweeping new labour reforms?
India is rolling out a set of simplified labour codes to modernise outdated laws. Unions describe the changes as sweeping and aggressive. So, who stands to…
The Inside Story PodcastCan former colonial powers be held accountable for past atrocities?
African leaders want colonial-era abuses recognised and criminalised. Algeria says a legal framework would ensure reparations are neither a gift nor a favour…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat would it mean for Israel if Netanyahu is pardoned in his court cases?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked for a presidential pardon to end his criminal prosecution. He says it will unite the public but critics say…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are Trump's real intentions with Venezuela?
Venezuela accuses Washington of colonialism after President Donald Trump said he's shutting down its airspace. The country's on high alert after US attacks on…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does the resignation of Zelenskyy's top aide mean for Ukraine?
A corruption scandal in Ukraine claims its biggest scalp yet - with the resignation of President Volodomy Zelenskyy's top aide. Andriy Yermak had been due to…
The Inside Story PodcastCould military service become reality again in European countries?
France is to bring back a form of military service. That comes weeks after Germany announced plans to assess young people's suitability for military duty…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy was there a coup in Guinea-Bissau and what are the implications?
The military seizes power in Guinea-Bissau - a day before Sunday's presidential election results were due to be announced. The African Union and West African…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the US help end the Ukraine - Russia war?
Little sign of peace in Ukraine - but trans-Atlantic diplomatic efforts to end the war are intensifying. Ukraine and its European allies are vying with Russia…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the risks as tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalate?
Pakistan accused of air strikes killing civilians in Afghanistan. A day earlier, a suicide bomb in Pakistan killed three security personnel. Recent peace…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the implications of Israel killing Hezbollah's top military commander?
An Israeli air strike on Beirut kills Hezbollah's top military commander, its highest-level target during a ceasefire that came into force a year ago. There…
The Inside Story PodcastWas the G20 summit a success without the US?
Africa's first ever G20 summit - and the first boycotted by a member, the United States. Its host, South Africa hails it as a success with a declaration agreed…
The Inside Story PodcastAre people switching off from the climate change debate?
Division at the COP30 climate change summit in Brazil - a more difficult message to tell to the world than progress. Scientists, politicians, media and…
The Inside Story PodcastIs Trump negotiating Ukraine's future to favour Russia?
The Trump administration has crafted a controversial 28-point peace framework with Russia to end the Ukraine war. The plan demands some painful concessions…
The Inside Story PodcastHow is the rising military spending changing warfare?
Annual military spending is rising globally at its steepest level since the Cold War. And after a break of more than 30 years, the US says it might restart…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's behind the worsening global hunger crisis?
The World Food Programme is warning more than 300 million people face critical levels of hunger next year. The United Nations body says that's double the…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy are Palestinians divided over Trump’s Gaza peace plan?
US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan wins UN Security Council backing. A mixed reaction from Palestinians: the Palestinian Authority welcomes the…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Sheikh Hasina face justice in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death for ordering the crackdown on last year's student-led uprising. 1,400 people were…
The Inside Story PodcastAre Israeli-backed human trafficking networks transferring people out of Gaza?
South Africa is investigating how 153 Palestinians from Gaza arrived without proper documentation. It's raised fears: Was the chartered flight organised by…
The Inside Story PodcastIs sports betting out of control?
It's one of the biggest betting scandals in sporting history.Turkish football is facing a gambling crackdown that's seen hundreds of players and officials…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does Ukraine’s corruption scandal mean for morale — and its donors?
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is confronting his most serious political test since Russia’s invasion. Elected in 2019 on a promise to…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Iran's capital facing the worst drought in recorded history?
Iran's capital is facing its worst drought in recorded history. The President warns the only option may be to evacuate Tehran. Some commentators call that idea…
The Inside Story PodcastAre Europe and Russia close to a confrontation?
Ukraine's President says Moscow is testing Europe's red lines. Unidentified drones are being spotted at some of the busiest airports and military sites in the…
The Inside Story PodcastHow will the Syrian president's visit to the White House impact the region?
A landmark meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House.The historic sit-down signals a major shift in US-Syria relations…
The Inside Story PodcastIs war one of the biggest threats to the world’s climate?
Leaders are in Brazil for this year’s climate summit to map a path to cutting emissions. But wars in Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine, are unleashing…
The Inside Story PodcastIs Mali about to fall to an al-Qaeda-affiliated armed group?
Al-Qaeda-linked fighters have blocked fuel deliveries to Mali’s capital for two months. They want to seize territory and drive out Western influence. But…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Israel ramping up its attacks on Lebanon?
The Israeli military is ramping up its attacks on Lebanon, violating a year-long ceasefire. It's carrying out similar breaches in Gaza and occupying Syrian…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Trump break Russia’s grip on Central Asia as China’s influence grows?
US President Donald Trump meets with five Central Asian leaders, seeking deals on critical minerals, energy, and trade. But can Washington gain a foothold in a…
The Inside Story PodcastCan both sides in Congress compromise and reopen the US government?
Long queues at American airports. Thousands of unpaid federal workers surviving on food banks. The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has left…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Russian and China relations survive US and other western nations?
Russia and China pledge to strengthen their relations. President Xi Jinping has met the Russian Prime Minister and called for more cooperation, to deal with…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the US's ceasefire plan for Sudan succeed?
Hope for a humanitarian truce in Sudan. The parliamentary Rapid Support Forces and the Army agree in principle with the US plan to stop fighting. But with…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Trump claiming that Christians are being targeted in Nigeria?
US president Donald Trump threatens Nigeria with military action claiming Christians are being persecuted. The government and Christian groups in the country…
The Inside Story PodcastHow can the US government shutdown be resolved?
There's no sign of an end to the US government shutdown. 1.4 million workers are going without pay, while some people on federal aid are worrying how they'll…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's behind the violence in Tanzania?
Tanzania's incumbent President has been declared re-elected with with 98% of the vote - in an election, denounced by the opposition as a sham... The government…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat tactics did China and the US use in their trade war?
China and the US ease their trade war...for now. Concessions from both, with some of the most painful measures put on hold for a year. So, what tactics did…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat can be done to stop the bloodshed in Sudan?
Reports of massacres by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces in Darfur - after the army was pushed out of the region. Tens of thousands of civilians are now feared…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat can Trump do to break Beijing's monopoly?
Why is Donald Trump so interested in rare earth minerals? The US President has struck a number of deals in his tour of Asia this week while China keeps a tight…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's the significance of the RSF taking control of Sudan's el-Fasher?
Sudan's army says it's pulled out of el-Fasher in the north Darfur region. The area is now said to be under the control of the paramilitary Rapid Support…