Qatar is preparing a plan to halt fighting in Gaza and release hostages, as Israel continues its deadly assault on the Palestinian enclave. Iran and Pakistan's top diplomats meet in a bid to mend ties after tit-for-tat missile strikes. China and the United States are discussing ways to curb fentanyl abuse.
Oct 2023
Signs Israel preparing for Gaza ground invasion
The Israeli defence minister tells troops they will soon see the Palestinian enclave from the inside. Also: The United Nations and aid agencies say a lack of water, food, medicine and other essentials is making the situation for displaced people in Gaza increasingly desperate, an ... Show More
32m 29s
Nov 2023
How Long Will The Ceasefire In Gaza Hold?
Ben and Tommy discuss the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and how the US and Qatar helped broker it, Qatar’s unique role in international diplomacy, the debate over conditioning US aid to Israel, what we know about the Palestinians being released from Israeli prisons, and ... Show More
1h 27m
Jan 2024
Pakistan launches retaliatory strikes into Iran
Pakistan has launched missile strikes into Iran, killing nine people, after Iran carried out strikes in Pakistan late on Tuesday. Also, Israeli forces are continuing their assault on Gaza’s southern city of Khan Younis, and the super rich who want to be taxed more. Why aren't the ... Show More
34m 28s
Oct 2023
The Diplomatic Scramble to Contain the Israel-Hamas War
A devastating blast at a hospital in Gaza on Tuesday killed hundreds and ignited protests across the broader Middle East, deepening the crisis in the region.As President Biden visits Israel looking to ease tensions and avoid a broader conflict, Edward Wong, a diplomatic correspon ... Show More
30m 29s