Podcast appearances and mentions of simon marks

Simon Marks sits in for Iain Dale and is joined by the Labour Mayor of South Yorkshire Oliver Coppard, Conservative MP Greg Smith, former Channel 4 Head of News and Current Affairs Dorothy Byrne, plus The Spectator's William Atkinson.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent with Feature Story News; Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent with Euronews; Caitriona Perry, Chief Presenter for BBC News in Washington; Alexander Cornwell, Reuters Senior Correspondent in Jerusalem and Dr Patrick Bury, Senior Associate Professor in Security at Bath University

Simon Marks sits in and is joined on an international affairs special edition of Cross Question by former defence minister Tobias Ellwood, former editor of the Financial Times Lionel Barber, Bénédicte Paviot from France24 and Jane Kinninmont of the United Nations Association.

Simon Marks sits in and is joined on Cross Question by Labour MP Natasha Irons, former Conservative minister Paul Scully, Liberal Democrat health and social care spokesperson Helen Morgan and political commentator Albie Amankona.

Simon Marks sits in and is joined on Cross Question by Labour MP and foreign affairs committee member Alex Ballinger, Conservative MP Sir John Hayes, Green Party MP Ellie Chowns and former Australian foreign minister Alexander Downer.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News; Lyse Doucet, BBC Chief International Correspondent; Cormac McGarry, Control Risks' maritime intelligence and security; and Russ Mould, AJ Bell Investment Director

Donald Trump's peace deal with Iran's could be dead in the water - with Israel being the one to push it overboard. Israeli forces have killed three people in Beirut, in strikes the US President says shouldn't have happened - and that Iran's now vowing to respond to. Earlier Trump insisted the deal will still be signed today. Global affairs reporter Simon Marks told Andrew Dickens there is absolute fury at the White House over the Israeli attack. He says the Iranians have said there's no point continuing talks with the US - as it clearly doesn't have control over Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump says he has told his negotiators not to "rush into a deal" to end the Iran war. Yesterday he said a deal with Iran had been "largely negotiated" and would be announced "shortly" over the weekend. Ingrid Hipkiss spoke to our correspondent in Washington, Simon Marks.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News and Dr Patrick Bury, Senior Associate Professor in Security at Bath University

Iran's expected to respond to the US's proposal to end the conflict sometime today. Yesterday, Axios reported a one-page 14-point memorandum of understanding was being discussed to formally end the war. The memo aims to set up negotiations for limiting Iran's nuclear capabilities, releasing billions-of-dollars in frozen assets, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. US Correspondent Simon Marks told Mike Hosking the reported content of the memo sounds very similar to the previous deal with Iran that was criticised by Donald Trump. In the meantime, the US has confirmed it has struck Iranian targets. US Central Command saying its forces intercepted unprovoked Iranian attacks which included missiles, drones and small boats. It says it responded with defence strikes against the inbound threats and targeted missile and drone launch sites, along with command and control locations. Iran is accusing the US of violating the ceasefire and targeting an Iranian oil tanker moving through the Strait of Hormuz. Its state broadcaster reports aerial attacks were carried out along the coast and Iran immediately responded by attacking US military vessels. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened 121 points higher this morning at 41,259. Turnover reached $20.3 billion NT. On Wednesday, the market set more closing records. Tech stocks helped support the market after a rally (上漲) on Wall Street overnight. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing closed unchanged (持平). But investors bought other chip stocks (晶片股), which gave the market strong support. ---- MOFA says Taiwan is working with allies to build drone supply chain center The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Taiwan is working to become the Asia-Pacific center for the democratic drone (無人機) supply chain (供應鏈). The head of MOFA's Drone Diplomacy Task Force, Chiang Zhen-wei, made the statement at the Taiwanese-German Aerospace Conference in Taipei. Chiang said Taiwan plays an important role in the global "non-red" drone supply chain because of its strong manufacturing abilities. He said the task force is using Taiwan's experience in "chip diplomacy" to help develop the drone industry. He added that drones could become an important part of Taiwan's national defense (國防). At the same time, Taiwan is working with allies and like-minded countries to promote drone-related projects. ---- Lai gives top honor to Michael Fonte for supporting Taiwan-U.S. ties President Lai Ching-te has given one of Taiwan's highest honors (榮譽) for foreign nationals (外國人士) to Michael J. Fonte. Fonte is a former head of the DPP's mission in the United States. He received the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon at a ceremony at the Presidential Office. Officials said Fonte was honored for his important work in promoting Taiwan-U.S. relations. Fonte first came to Taiwan in 1967 as a missionary (傳教士). He worked with farmers in Taichung, Changhua, and Miaoli. ---- White House says deal may be coming to end Iran conflict (衝突) U.S. President Donald Trump says talks with Iran are making progress. Reports say a one-page memo (備忘錄) is being prepared. It could help end the war in the Middle East. But Trump is also warning that he could resume (恢復) attacks on Iran. His comments came 24 hours after his Secretary of State said Operation Epic Fury had ended. Simon Marks reports from Washington. ----- Search continues for missing U.S. soldiers in Morocco More than 600 military personnel (軍事人員) from several countries are searching for two U.S. soldiers missing in Morocco. They disappeared during U.S.-African military exercises. The search is now in its fifth day. Teams are looking in underwater caves and along the Atlantic coast near the training area. Officials believe the soldiers may have been on a recreational hike (休閒健行) and may have fallen into the ocean. The African Lion military drills include more than 7,000 personnel from over 30 countries. The drills are set to end Friday. Moroccan and U.S. forces are taking part in the search, along with aircraft and vessels (船隻). That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the ceasefire with Iran is still intact, despite recent exchanges of fire in the region. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Washington DC.

Borzou Daragahi, Foreign Correspondent and founder of ‘Badlands' followed by Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent from Feature Story News in Washington

US Correspondent Simon Marks joined Mike Hosking to chat the latest out of the USA. Trump has reportedly rejected Iran's 14-point peace plan which included forces to be withdrawn from near Iran's borders, and for all hostilities to cease including Israel's attacks in Lebanon. And, the fleet of fluro-yellow Spirit Airlines planes have been grounded as the company closes it's doors. "They've been in the game for 15 years and they revolutionised the game of American flying," Marks said. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Marks, Feature Story News in Washington and Kate English, Chief Economist with Deloitte

Iran has attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, after US President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire, with no specific end. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to John Campbell from Washington DC.

Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent for The Independent; Cormac McGarry of Control Risks'; Kevin McPartlan of Fuels For Ireland; Alex Macheras, aviation analyst; Martina Hennessy of doddl.ie; Caitriona Redmond, consumer columnist for the Irish Examiner; Simon Marks, Feature Story News; and Justin Urquhart-Stewart, economic commentator

The US navy is blockading Iran's ports in the Strait of Hormuz, saying any ships that approach it will be immediately eliminated. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to John Campbell from Washington.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News in Washington

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran to 'get serious' about negotiating a deal to end the war. It comes after Iran dismissed a US peace plan, and reportedly responded with a counter-proposal of its own. Speaking at a Cabinet meeting, Mr Trump insisted Iran wants to reach a deal. For more on this we spoke to our correspondent in Washington, Simon Marks.

Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell discusses the weather situation in the upper North Island; The Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme is being considered for fast-track; An update on the Middle East conflict with Simon Marks from Washington DC; A win for midwives in their battle for pay and conditions; How to use emojis safely in the workplace

US President Donald Trump has ordered the US military to suspend strikes on Iran's power plants and energy infrastructure for five days. US correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The conflict in Iran has widened further. Israel has attacked Lebanon in response to a Hezbollah rocket attack . New Iranian strikes have been reported on a major gas plants in Qatar and in Saudi Arabia.

Hillary Clinton has begun testifying as part of a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Our correspondent in Washington DC, Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News

We get reaction from Simon Marks of Feature Story News & Kate English, of Deloitte here in Ireland. We also hear from Economist Dan O'Brien & Mary Sadlier,  CEO of Coole Swan - Irish Cream Liqueur after the US Supreme Court strikes down Trumps tariffs plan.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News

The British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is coming under increased pressure over what he knew about Peter Mandelson's links to Jeffery Epstein, when he appointed the former Labour minister as US ambassador. In the US, President Donald Trump is urging Americans to "move on". US correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann.

The fallout from the latest release of Epstein files is continuing -- again showing the reach the late sex offender had with the rich and powerful. US correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News

Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann from Washington.

Over the last few months there has been consistently heated debate around the tactics, and indeed presence of, immigration agents in the United States. That debate has reached fever pitch after the death of nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. This isn't the first fatal incident involving ICE agents, Alex Pretti is the second US citizen killed in Minneapolis this month. So what is going on? And why does it seem that wherever you look there is a different narrative surrounding what took place and who is to blame? Washington DC correspondent Simon Marks joins Jesse.

Washington correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Negar Mortazavi speaks to LBC Radio about Iran protests and President Trump's post about helping the protesters.Hosted by Simon Marks

Protests have erupted across Iran following the regime's stark economic crisis in what has become the biggest outbreak of civil unrest since Mahsa Amini's death in police custody in 2022.We speak to Iranians living in the UK to hear about what it's like to live there, and we'll ask: should the West avoid getting involved in any prospective regime change?We go to Sydney to hear about how Australians are welcoming in the new year and ask whether our relationship with this celebration has changed. Plus we're joined by LBC's Simon Marks, Nick Abbot and Shelagh Fogarty to hear their predictions about what's to come in 2026.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News in Washington

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News in Washington

Sandra Hurley, political reporter; Adi Roche, Voluntary CEO of Chernobyl Children International; Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News in Washington; Una Kelly, reporter; and Richard Boyd Barrett of People Before Profit

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News in Washington

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story News

New Yorkers are casting their final votes for a new mayor. Washington correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News and Henry Foy, Financial Times Brussels Bureau Chief in Copenhagen

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News // Mike Wendling, BBC reporter specializing in conservative politics in the US // Jim Townsend, former US deputy assistant secretary of defense

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump are meeting at a military base in Alaska. Going into it Mr Trump had reportedly told European leaders that his goal for the summit was to obtain a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv. The President says he "won't be happy" if a ceasefire isn't agreed during his talks. Ukraine is not invited to the talks, but Vlodomyr Zelensky says his country is counting on America. It's now three and a half years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. US correspondent Simon Marks joins Perlina Lau from Washington.