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    Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and the countdown to armageddon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 10:43


    As the world commemorates 80 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Doomsday Clock now stands at 89 seconds to midnight — the closest it has ever been. Alexandra Bell, from the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, explores the rising nuclear threat and why global action is crucial to avert disaster.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Europe's split over Palestinian recognition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 10:56


    Britain and France are at odds with Germany and Italy over whether to recognise Palestine as a state at the UN general assembly in September. Germany, along with Italy, has adopted the stance of “not on the agenda right now”. Peter Conradi, Europe editor of The Sunday Times, delves into how this disagreement highlights deeper divisions within the European Union regarding Israel and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Putin using abducted Ukrainian children as 'poker chips'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 10:20


    Since the start of Russia's full scale invasion of Ukraine, Kyiv has accused the Kremlin of removing at least 19,546 Ukrainian children from their families. This removal and re-education is a war crime, prompting an international arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin. Now, Ukraine is accusing him of using the children as chips in a diplomatic poker game.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Frontline special - Russia specialist George Barros

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 29:58


    In this extended Frontline conversation, George Barros, a specialist on Russia from the Institute for the Study of War, unpacks the latest developments from the front in Ukraine. He thinks Ukraine's position is deteriorating, even if its soldiers are gaining the upper hand tactically in certain pockets of fighting.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.

    Frontline special - retired Air Vice Marshal Sean Bell

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 31:08


    In this extended Frontline conversation, retired Air Vice Marshal Sean Bell digs into how Ukraine has brought Russia's advances to a halt. He explains how Kyiv's effective use of drones is proving it can win out over Russia's superior numbers.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.

    China and India's relationship defines tomorrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 10:46


    Donald Trump's threat to put tariffs on China and India over their links to Russia have put the world's most populous countries back in the spotlight. And while the US-China relationship often dominates global attention, far less focus is given to the ties between Beijing and New Dehli. Analyst Michael Kugelman explores the complex and consequential dynamics of this vital relationship, which could define the 21st century but remains largely overlooked in the West.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Will Putin budge as Trump tightens ultimatum?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 10:50


    With Donald Trump setting a new, tighter deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine, how might the Kremlin respond? Professor Mark Katz of George Mason University explains why it is in Vladimir Putin's best interest to accept the offer – and how China might hold the key to ending the 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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US nuclear weapons return to Europe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 10:42


    Nearly two decades since the US last stationed nuclear weapons here – the bombs are back on UK soil. And with the RAF acquiring new fighter jets to deploy them - it's a signal NATO is toughening its nuclear posture against Russia. Dr Sidharth Kaushal of RUSI unpacks the strategic implications.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why recognising a Palestinian state matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 9:56


    As the humanitarian toll grows in Gaza, Britain's Prime Minister warns the UK will recognise a Palestinian state - unless Israel takes 'substantive steps' to end the suffering. It comes amid a renewed push at the UN to get other countries to support the issue. From Beirut, The Times correspondent Richard Spencer unpacks the implications of Palestinian statehood.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Taiwan drills simulate Chinese attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 10:13


    Taiwan has held a series of military and civilian drills to simulate a Chinese invasion. 22,000 reservists have been mobilised, and the threat of China means the rehearsals are having more of an effect on day-to-day life in Taiwan. It's a message to China, to the US and to the public that Taiwan will defend itself.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Frontline special - defence analyst and former parliamentary clerk Eliot Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 33:35


    In this extended Frontline conversation, defence analyst Eliot Wilson, who used to be a House of Commons clerk assisting parliamentary delegations to NATO, examines how Vladimir Putin is driving the Russian economy into the ground with his spending on the invasion of Ukraine. He explains why it is proving so hard to bring Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, and why China has a stake in the war.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.

    Frontline special - retired Major General Chip Chapman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 31:44


    In this extended Frontline conversation, retired Major General Chip Chapman says Vladimir Putin's belief he can bomb Ukraine into submission is a myth. He points to the number of Russian drones shot down by Ukraine, and argues the Kremlin is underestimating the resolve of the Ukrainian people to keep fighting Russia's invasion.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.

    'Mass starvation' in Gaza piles pressure on Israel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 10:21


    More than 100 aid organisations are warning Palestinians in Gaza are facing 'mass starvation'. Deaths at aid distribution points have been a step too far for Israeli allies, who have condemned the humanitarian crisis. Israel is now facing pressure to change its tactics - including from Donald Trump. The Times' foreign correspondent Richard Spencer explains why Binyamin Netanyahu won't change course.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 9:34


    Weeks of deteriorating relations between Thailand and Cambodia have broken out into open conflict. A contested border region known as the Emerald Triangle has led to decades of tensions. Now, rocket fire has killed civilians. The Times' Tim Hornyak explains the situation, and the likelihood of the violence escalating.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 Picture: Surin Provisional Public Relations Office Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    India isn't scared by Trump's Russia threats

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 10:34


    Donald Trump's threat of tariffs on Russia's trading partners is not just aimed at China. It is also aimed at Moscow's other big Asian trade partner, India. After examining the influence of Xi Jinping, Russia specialist Mark Galeotti explains why Narendra Modi isn't scared by the threat of US tariffs and why he can keep playing Trump and Putin off each other.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    In Trump v Putin, Xi has the most to gain

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 10:46


    As time ticks down to Donald Trump's 50-day deadline on Ukraine, success or failure might rest in the hands of Xi Jinping. The threat of tariffs on China, as one of Russia's key trading partners, is an acknowledgement of that. Kremlin specialist Mark Galeotti explains why China's leader might have more influence over Vladimir Putin than the US president - and why Xi has much to gain.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why China's small island playbook is a problem for the US

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 10:14


    No country is too small in China's push for greater power in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. As part of its Belt and Road initiative, Beijing is now looking to win over small island states in the Pacific. Indo-Pacific specialist Dr Dalbir Alhawat explains what China is getting in return for its billions of dollars of investment - and why it poses a problem for the US.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Frontline special - Suriya Jayanti, former US diplomat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 34:24


    In this extended Frontline conversation, energy specialist Surya Jayanti, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, delves into Vladimir Putin's prolonged conflict in Ukraine. With her extensive experience in energy security and diplomacy, she offers insights into Russia's economic transformation, the shifting dynamics of the war, and the far-reaching geopolitical consequences.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.

    Kill list and cover-up - behind the Afghan data leak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 30:26


    For years, the British government used a court superinjunction to conceal a military data leak that may have provided the Taliban with a 'kill list' of innocent civilians. In this recent episode of The Story podcast, The Times defence editor Larisa Brown recounts her determined fight to uncover the truth.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.

    Trump dealmaker is Ukraine's new PM

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 10:38


    Volodymyr Zelensky's appointed the second youngest Prime Minister in Ukraine's history as part of the largest shake up of his wartime government. 39-year-old Yulia Svyrydenko is best known for brokering a key minerals deal with the US. Reporting from Kyiv, The Times' Maxim Tucker examines whether she can use her contacts in Washington to steady Ukraine's rollercoaster relationship with Donald Trump.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why is Israel bombing Syria?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 10:36


    Huge strikes—including on Syria's military HQ in Damascus—signal a new phase in Israel's ‘war on seven fronts'. Binyamin Netanyahu claims the moves aim to prevent harm to Syria's Druze minority, but Syria's interim president insists he'll protect their rights. The Times' long-time Middle East correspondent, Richard Spencer, unpacks the motives, consequences, and the complex sectarian dynamics at play.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Melania Trump: Ukraine's Secret Weapon?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 10:39


    As Ukrainians respond to Donald Trump's dramatic shift in support for Kyiv, many are attributing Melania Trump's influence to her husband's tougher approach on Russia. The Times' Washington correspondent, George Grylls, examines the first lady's role – and the potential impact of Trump's threatened secondary sanctions.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Is Trump's promise a turning point in the Ukraine war?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 10:27


    Donald Trump's frustration over the lack of a ceasefire deal has boiled over, with the president saying he's ‘very, very unhappy' with Vladimir Putin. Now Ukraine will receive ‘massive' amounts of American weapons - and Trump has set a 50 day deadline for a peace deal. But will these arms—and the threat of tariffs—be enough to shift the war? Military analyst Sean Bell breaks down Trump's shifting stance and the challenges ahead.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Russia has sustained one million casualties

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 10:21


    According to British intelligence, more than one million Russian troops have now been killed or injured during the invasion of Ukraine. That's not just a million people dead or wounded, but a million families back home in Russia affected by the war. The World in 10 examines whether that is undermining public opinion of the war, and how that discontent threatens 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Frontline special - David DeBatto, former counterintelligence agent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 31:19


    In this extended Frontline conversation, David DeBatto, a former US counterintelligence special agent and Iraq war veteran, delves into the American president's wavering stance on Ukraine, the growing threat of hybrid warfare across Europe, and the strategic implications of Russia's alliances with North Korea and China. He argues for a unified Western response to these escalating challenges.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.

    Frontline special - John Lough, former NATO official

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 25:43


    In this extended Frontline conversation, John Lough, head of foreign policy at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre, unpacks the latest developments in the war in Ukraine and the evolving dynamics of international relations. Offering sharp insights, he delves into Russia's internal political turmoil, from the suspicious deaths of high-ranking officials to the growing fractures within Putin's elite circle.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.

    Surging Houthi threat sinks more ships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 10:41


    Houthi fighters on speedboats used drones and rocket-propelled grenades to strike cargo ships and take hostages in the Red Sea. This surge in attacks comes despite a ‘ceasefire' agreed with Donald Trump in May. So why have the Houthis decided to attack now? And will it bring another wave of violence to the Middle East?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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What happened to European ‘boots on the ground' in Ukraine?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 10:51


    The so-called ‘coalition of the willing' spent months contemplating a reassurance force to help keep peace after any deal with Russia over Ukraine. But as the prospects of a ceasefire deal recede, and the allies meet in London - defence commentator Eliot Wilson delves into what became of their plans.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    No peace for Ukraine until Putin dies - or quits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 10:40


    As Donald Trump's once-close relationship with Vladimir Putin appears to falter and the US resumes shipments of promised weapons, it seems like good news for Ukraine. Yet a former Ukrainian defence minister argues that Russia's war will only end when Putin is out of the Kremlin. The Times' reporter in Ukraine, Tom Ball, unpacks his interview with Oleksii Reznikov, Trump's evolving stance, and the challenges facing US-Ukraine relations.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Palestinian force working with Israel to overthrow Hamas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 10:30


    As chaos and lawlessness grip Gaza, armed clans and militias are stepping into the void left by Hamas. Yasser Abu Shabab, leader of one such group, has warned "don't rule out civil war" - and says his fighters will confront Hamas. Fighters that Israel's prime minister has confirmed he is providing weapons to. Dr Afzal Ashraf of Loughborough University unpacks the strategy and broader implications.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Revealed - Israel's spies who enabled the strikes on Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 10:05


    The Times has obtained intelligence documents revealing the extent of Israel's espionage operation within Iran, which led to Israel and the US attacking Iran's nuclear facilities. Israel Correspondent Gabrielle Weiniger, who broke the story, explains how wide and deep the network was and the ongoing fallout at the top of Iran's regime. 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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Frontline special - Former Commander US Army Europe, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 24:43


    In this extended Frontline conversation, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, Former Commander US army Europe, explains how the lack of an official national security advisor in Trump's cabinet may have allowed Ukraine aid cuts to go ahead without Trump knowing."It doesn't look like the secretary of state slash national security advisor. Rubio was aware of it. I'm not even sure that the president was aware of it."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.

    Frontline special - Orysia Lutsevych, Ukraine analyst

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 24:41


    In this extended Frontline conversation, Orysia Lutsevych OBE - head of the Ukraine Forum at the think tank Chatham House - provides expert analysis on the war in Ukraine. From the Russian summer offensive and Ukraine's cutting-edge use of drone technology to the geopolitical ripple effects of the NATO summit, Orysia offers a comprehensive breakdown of the key developments shaping the conflict and the region's future.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.

    The calculations going on inside Hamas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 10:28


    Hamas' senior leadership are said to be closely studying details of a US ceasefire proposal - even as scores more people are killed in Gaza. The Times' Israel Correspondent, Gabrielle Weiniger analyses the calculations going on within Hamas and explains why the group is more likely to accept a deal now than it has been previously. 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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What's unfolding in Ukraine?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 10:50


    As Donald Trump reveals discussions with Russia's President Vladimir Putin, allies scramble to respond to a US pause in weapons shipments to Kyiv. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces record-breaking drone attacks, relentless nightly bombardments, and Russia's symbolic victories in Luhansk. Reporting from Kyiv, The Times' Tom Ball shares the latest updates and delves into his interview with opposition leader Petro Poroshenko.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 Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine via Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Could this be the moment for a Gaza ceasefire?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 10:15


    Donald Trump says Israel has agreed conditions for a ceasefire - and that he'll be “very firm” with Binyamin Netanyahu. As Hamas considers the US proposal, could this be a breakthrough in the 21-month Gaza conflict? Longtime peace negotiator and international lawyer Nomi Bar-Yaacov sets out the challenges, opportunities, and what it might take to secure a lasting resolution.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Terrorists could use driverless cars to commit attacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 10:43


    The UN has raised concerns about extremists weaponising emerging AI technologies. Could hacking fleets of autonomous vehicles become a devastating shortcut to mass casualty events? Dr William Allchorn of ARU explores the evolving threat landscape and unpacks the risks.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Nuclear dominoes could start falling after Iran strikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 10:48


    Recent American and Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear programme may risk igniting a global arms race, encouraging nations to sidestep constraints and speed their pursuit of nuclear weapons. As concerns grow over the potential collapse of the non-proliferation framework, is the world on the brink? Professor Nicholas Wheeler of the University of Birmingham examines nuclear diplomacy, Iran's response to the attacks, and the implications for global security.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Frontline special - Mark Galeotti, Russia specialist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 32:59


    In this extended Frontline conversation, The Sunday Times' Russia analyst and leading foreign and security policy expert, Mark Galeotti, offers insight into the evolving geopolitical landscape. Fresh from the NATO summit in The Hague, he examines the precarious state of Russia's missile programme, Europe's defence spending dilemmas, and the pressing challenge of countering Russian aggression in the hybrid warfare era.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.

    Frontline special - Prof Scott Lucas, foreign policy analyst

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 23:14


    In this extended Frontline conversation, political analyst Scott Lucas - of University College Dublin's Clinton Institute - delves into the latest developments in the war in Ukraine. From NATO's strategic diplomacy with Trump to the mounting strain on Russia's economy, Scott analyses the broader implications of US sanctions, European support, and the potential involvement of North Korean troops.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.

    Trump vs the Ayatollah: what next for Iran?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 10:31


    Iran's Supreme Leader has emerged from his bunker to declare victory over the US and Israel. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insists they achieved little with their attacks on Tehran, and did no significant damage to Iran's nuclear facilities. But do Iranians believe his sabre-rattling? Bronwen Maddox, director of the Chatham House think tank, explains what comes next for Tehran as it tries to restore its nuclear programme, its proxies in the Middle East and its authority at home.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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The President, the Pentagon and the leak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 9:53


    A Pentagon intelligence leak has sparked a war of words over Iran's nuclear programme, with conflicting assessments from US intelligence agencies and the White House fuelling heated debate. Former Pentagon official Jim Townsend joins us to unpack the challenges of intelligence and examine the fraught relationship between the White House and the intelligence community.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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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