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  • Can protests in Europe bring about change?

    October 26, 2026 · 25 min

    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 similar story across other parts of the continent. So, what would it take for…

  • Has the world ignored the plight of Sudan's war victims?

    October 22, 2026 · 25 min

    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 worsening food crisis, while aid agencies say a sharp global funding shortfall means…

  • Can a humanitarian crisis in Gaza be averted?

    October 21, 2026 · 25 min

    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 Food Programme to cut back its operations in Gaza, leaving half a million…

  • How will Europe deal with youth-led protests?

    October 19, 2026 · 25 min

    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 they've since expanded into demonstrations against the high cost of living and…

  • How will a new alliance affect the conflict in eastern DRC?

    October 15, 2026 · 25 min

    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 political-military alliance with M23 fighters that opposes President Felix Tshisekedi's…

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  • Will NATO's theory of victory work?

    October 14, 2026 · 25 min

    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 attacks. With the US planning to withdraw thousands of troops from Europe and concerns…

  • How will Ukraine respond to the growing pressure from Washington?

    October 12, 2026 · 24 min

    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 his calls to halt strikes on Russian refineries. Ukraine insists it will only…

  • Is Zionism a form of racism?

    October 7, 2026 · 20 min

    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 condemned the decision, calling it antisemitic. So, what's the motivation? And…

  • Will elections bring change to multi-ethnic Bosnia and Herzegovina?

    October 5, 2026 · 26 min

    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 of a complex government structure. But deep political and ethnic divides…

  • Why is Malaysia sending back Rohingya refugees to Myanmar?

    October 1, 2026 · 25 min

    The Malaysian government is facing accusations of forcibly deporting Rohingya refugees, a charge the government denies. It says the process is voluntary and coordinated with Myanmar’s government. But human rights groups say this process…

  • Can Iraq handle future security challenges alone?

    September 30, 2026 · 25 min

    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 instability, Iraq is entering a new phase without US forces on the ground. Is the…

  • Why has Trump rejected Iran's peace proposal?

    September 28, 2026 · 25 min

    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 what it called a "definitive response" from Washington through mediators. But…

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The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.