Reluctant to recognise the new government in Syria, fighters from the Druze minority have been involved in sectarian violence. A ceasefire is in place, but some Druze leaders have called for international protection. So, how will President Ahmed al-Sharaa deal with them? And how is Israel's involvement complicating the situation?

In this episode:

• Louay Safi, Syrian Political Scientist.
• Shadi Abou Karam, Political Activist.
• Sami Akil, Political Analyst.

Host: James Bays

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Ten years ago Iran and world powers signed a historic nuclear deal, easing sanctions in return for limits on Tehran's nuclear programme. Since then, the US pulled out, and just weeks ago, they joined Israel in attacking Iran. What's the legacy of this deal and its collapse?

In this episode:

• Alan Eyre, Member, US Nuclear Deal Team (2010-2015).
• Abas Aslani, Senior Research Fellow, Center for Middle East Strategic Studies.
• Robert Kelley, Distinguished Fellow, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.

Host: James Bays

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US President Donald Trump tells Europe and Mexico they face tariffs of 30 percent from next month. That's created shock and is raising fears of an all-out trade war. But both sides say they want talks to continue. So, what's Trump's strategy? And what are the risks?

In this episode:

• Niall Stanage, White House Columnist, The Hill.
• Greg Swenson, Chairman, Republicans Overseas UK.
• Daniel Gros, Director, Institute for European Policymaking, Bocconi University.

Host: James Bays

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Sudden cuts to international funding have dealt a severe blow to the global fight against HIV/AIDS. The UN warns millions of people will die and millions more will contract the disease if urgent action isn't taken. So, how can countries prevent this disaster?

In this episode:

• Dr Helen Rees, Director, Reproductive Health and HIV Institute, University of the Witwatersrand.
• Dr Krishna Udayakumar, Founding Director, Duke Global Health Innovation Center.
• Nidhi Bouri, Former Deputy Assistant Administrator, Global Health, USAID.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Members of the Kurdish Workers' Party have laid down their arms, ending a decades-long struggle with Turkiye. But will this move by the PKK lead to real reconciliation? And what does this shift mean for Kurds across the region?

In this episode:

• Galip Dalay, Non-Resident Senior Fellow, Middle East Council on Global Affairs
• David L Phillips, Director of the Program on Peace-building and Rights, Columbia University
• Mohammed Salih, Non-Resident Senior Fellow, Foreign Policy Research Institute

Host: Adrian Finighan

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The route to Greece is closing. The words of Greek Prime Minister as his country suspends requests for asylum. Athens warns it will now arrest those entering the country illegally from North Africa. But is this the right response to a surge in illegal migration?

In this episode:

• Eleni Spathana, Lawyer, Refugee Support Aegean
• Amine Snoussi, Political Analyst and Journalist
• Marianna Karakoulaki, Researcher, Birmingham University

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Millions of workers go on strike across India. They say new government measures discriminate against them in favour of corporations. It's another outpouring of public anger against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's economic policies. So, how has the country's economy fared under his decade-long premiership?

In this episode:

• Amarjeet Kaur, National Secretary, All India Trade Union Congress.
• Adil Hossain, Assistant Professor, Azim Premji University.
• Daniel Francis, Political Analyst and Political Brand Consultant.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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Donald Trump says talks to get a new ceasefire in Gaza are going well. Benjamin Netanyahu has been meeting him in the White House - the third time he has visited this year. They talked openly about a post war future for Gaza. But what is Israel's real plan? Is it trying to forcibly relocate Palestinians in a scheme being described as a crime against humanity?

In this episode:

• Curt Mills, Executive Director, The American Conservative magazine.
• Yossi Mekelberg, Senior Consulting Fellow, Chatham House.
• Xavier Abu Eid, Political Analyst.

Host: James Bays

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