The Inside Story Podcast
Episodes
Why does Israel keep bombing religious sites?
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel bombs Gaza's only Catholic church, the latest religious site hit in the war. Hundreds of mosques damaged or destroyed with cemeteries obliterat...
What’s next after Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs on Brazil?
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deepening conflict between the US and Brazil over the prosecution of former president Jair Bolsonaro. US President Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs,...
Is the voting system in the UK fair?
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The UK government wants to introduce legislation to lower the voting age, saying it aims to modernise UK democracy. But will the reform make any ...
What are the long-term implications of Israel's actions in Syria?
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is the real motive behind Israel's involvement in Syria? Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, it's repeatedly bombed and extended its occupation, s...
What does China's military activities mean for Japan?
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tokyo says China's growing military activity is a serious threat. So, what does this mean for an already volatile region? And how will the US react?&n...
How is Syria's new government dealing with the Druze minority?
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reluctant to recognise the new government in Syria, fighters from the Druze minority have been involved in sectarian violence. A ceasefire is in place...
What's the legacy of the Iran nuclear deal and its collapse?
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, t...
What’s Trump’s strategy behind imposing tariffs on Europe and Mexico?
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
How will funding cuts affect the millions living with HIV/AIDS?
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 milli...
What next for the Kurds as the PKK begins laying down arms?
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
How is Greece responding to a surge in illegal migration?
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The route to Greece is closing. The words of Greek Prime Minister as his country suspends requests for asylum. Athens warns it will now arre...
Why are millions of workers on strike in India?
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of workers go on strike across India. They say new government measures discriminate against them in favour of corporations. It's another outp...
What are Israel's plans for Gaza?
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 BRICS made a difference on the world stage?
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yet another BRICS summit, this time in Brazil, but with the leaders of two major member-countries staying away. The group has expanded and aims t...
Why has Iran stepped up its deportation of Afghan refugees?
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why has Iran stepped up its deportation of Afghan refugees? Thousands are being forced to go back to Afghanistan as Tehran tightens controls on immigr...
Who will monitor Iran's nuclear activities?
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
First, Tehran accused the International Atomic Energy Agency of being complicit in Israel's attacks on its nuclear sites. Now, the UN agency's pulled ...
Which global companies are benefiting from the genocide in Gaza?
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A report by the UN Special Rapporteur says some of the world's largest companies are complicit in and profiting from Israel's actions in the occupied ...
How will the next Dalai Lama be chosen?
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tibet's spiritual leader says the role he embodies will continue after his death, saying the next Dalai Lama will be chosen in line with tradition. Bu...
What's bringing China and the EU closer?
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's bringing China and the EU closer? The two sides are marking fifty years of relations this month ... holding talks and pledging deeper cooperati...
Will Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra keep her job?
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Suspended after a leaked recording of a controversial phone call, Thailand's Prime Minister is now fighting for her political survival. Paetongtarn Sh...
Who's to blame for Sudanese refugees facing hunger?
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They escaped the horrors of war in their country. But millions of refugees from Sudan now face the risk of hunger. The United Nations World ...
Will a deal to end war between the DRC and Rwanda work this time?
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will a deal to end war between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda work this time? They've signed an agreement in Washington to end the long-r...
Who decides who can have nuclear arms?
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US and Israel attacked Iran saying it can't have a nuclear weapon while the Islamic Republic denies trying to build one. The two are among ni...
What's driving the EU's position on Israel and Gaza?
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An EU summit in Brussels calls for a ceasefire in Gaza but not for sanctions against Israel. Germany has led states blocking action throughout th...
What does Zohran Mamdani's NYC Mayoral primary win mean for US politics?
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A political earthquake say the headlines. A stunning victory. A wake up call for the US Democratic Party. Zohran Mamdani's win in New York City's...
What are the chances of a deal to end Israel's war on Gaza?
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel's war on Gaza raged on during its recent conflict with Iran which ended with a US brokered ceasefire. Meanwhile, Qatar has announced renew...
Will a ceasefire between Iran and Israel hold?
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump urges Israel and Iran to stick to the agreed ceasefire. The two sides have traded accusations of violations. It comes after Iran targeted...
Can dropping bombs stop Iran's nuclear programme?
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US says it has 'obliterated' Iran's nuclear capabilities. But is that true? Tehran says it removed all nuclear material before the US ai...
What are the implications of the US bombing Iran's major nuclear sites?
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump says the US bombing attacks he ordered have totally obliterated Iran's key nuclear sites. And he's threatening more strikes if Tehran doe...
What is the cost of the war between Israel and Iran?
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is the cost of the war between Israel and Iran? Continuing strikes from both countries are already draining their economies. And the gl...
How much influence does the EU really have on Israel?
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The German leader and EU commission president were quick to back Israel as the conflict began with Iran. The EU has since called for de-escalation, re...
What are the nuclear capabilities of Israel and Iran and the risks from this conflict?
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel says ending Iran's nuclear programme is a key aim of its attacks on the country. Israel is widely believed to have nuclear arms - but has ...
What's the impact of Israel's latest strategy with Gaza's aid?
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Israel attacks Iran, its genocide in Gaza has shown no signs of easing. At least 70 Palestinians were killed in a single day at a food distribution...
What's at stake for the US in the Israel-Iran conflict?
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Israel-Iran conflict brings more instability to the Middle East, a region with extensive US interests. They'll be central to shaping president Don...
How do Iran's and Israel's militaries compare?
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Israel and Iran continue to attack each other, how do their militaries compare? Israel's air force dominates the skies, while Iran relies heav...
Will Russia, Turkey and China provide support to Iran in its conflict with Israel?
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will Russia, Turkey and China provide support to Iran in its conflict with Israel? The three countries have condemned Israel's actions. But is that en...
What might be the outcome of Iran facing Israel alone?
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With its allies significantly weakened, Iran is left to confront Israel on its own. It's launched a barrage of missiles at Israel in retaliatory strik...
Can Israel thwart Iran's nuclear programme?
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel has attacked Iranian military and nuclear sites, claiming Tehran was close to producing a nuclear weapon. Tehran says it's a declaration o...
What would be the consequences if Israel cuts Palestinian banks from the global system?
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel's far-right finance minister says he wants to cut off Palestinian banks from the global financial system. The plan's not yet been approved by t...
What's the impact of rising violence caused by Boko Haram and ISIL in Nigeria?
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Renewed violence by armed groups Boko Haram and ISIL has forced thousands of people to leave their homes in Nigeria. Despite repeated government ...
Will the protests in the US escalate?
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
National Guard troops and even the Marines are on the streets of Los Angeles - deployed by President Donald Trump after mass protests against his immi...
What are the chances of peace between Russia and Ukraine?
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Attacks by both Russia and Ukraine have intensified in recent weeks, with little sign that Europe's largest conflict since World War II is nearing an ...
Can European members of NATO defend themselves without US support?
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The UK government is planning major defence reforms, at the cost of welfare programmes – drawing public anger. European members of NATO are unde...
What's behind the Donald Trump and Elon Musk break-up?
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From mutual admiration to a fierce public blow-up. The short-lived alliance between US president Donald Trump and Elon Musk appears to have come to a ...
What are the implications of Trump's newest travel ban?
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does Donald Trump seem to be fixated by foreign nationals? He's barred citizens from a number of countries from entering the United States. H...
Are UN resolutions effective?
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is outrage over the US vetoing a UN Security Council resolution for Gaza. The resolution calls for a permanent ceasefire and demanded unres...
Will Geert Wilders' gamble to withdraw from governing Dutch coalition pay off?
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Netherlands faces political chaos. Dutch far-right politician Geert Wilders abruptly withdrew his party from the governing coalition setting ...
Will Sheikh Hasina face justice in Bangladesh?
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bangladeshi prosecutors accuse former leader Sheikh Hasina of crimes against humanity during an uprising last year. But with her in exile in Indi...
What does Ukraine's attack on Russian airbases mean for peace talks?
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ukraine carries out large-scale drone strikes on multiple Russian airbases and the operation timed just ahead of crucial peace talks. So, does the dar...
Is the US-Iran nuclear deal standoff at a turning point?
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US sends Iran what it calls an 'acceptable' proposal for a nuclear deal after the UN watchdog says Tehran is producing record amounts of near weap...
Has Israel turned Gaza into a starvation camp?
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Has Israel turned Gaza into a starvation camp? The UN says the strip is the hungriest place on Earth. As Israel continues its blockade and b...
How will Israel's expansion of settlements affect a Palestinian state?
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel is expanding its settlements in the occupied West Bank which, under international law, are illegal. Israel says they're being established with ...
Why is Donald Trump cracking down on international students?
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump's administration said it will revoke the visas of Chinese students studying at US universities. US embassies have also been instructed to...
What's behind the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation?
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chaos at aid distribution sites in southern Gaza. The UN has distanced itself from the operations of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation that's backed by...
Is the US ready to walk away from the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks?
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump brands Vladimir Putin 'absolutely crazy' after Russia launched its largest aerial attack of the war on Ukraine. The Kremlin is downp...
Why is Israel now facing pressure from some of its Western allies?
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Spain hosts European and Arab nations as Israel's aid blockade fuels a famine in Gaza. 'The Madrid Group' is calling for an arms embargo and cond...
Why is Africa seeing a rise in mining accidents and exploitation?
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
260 miners trapped in a South African gold mine have been rescued after more than 24 hours. Countries across Africa are seeing a rise in mine-rel...
Will Trump impose tariffs on the European Union?
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump is threatening to impose 50% tariffs on European Union imports starting June 1st. The EU says it stands ready to defend...
Do criticisms of Israel amount to antisemitism?
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel was quick to label the killing of two of its embassy staff in Washington DC this week as antisemitic. Other officials in the West have fol...
What is the Golden Dome defence system Trump announced?
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will a Golden Dome protect America? It's an ambitious and unprecedented defence project that president Donald Trump says will shield the country ...
Will Europe's pressure on Israel make a difference for Palestinians?
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Traditional allies are putting pressure on Israel. The UK has paused trade talks and sanctioned West Bank settlers. And the EU is threatening to revie...
Who can stop Netanyahu's plans to take over Gaza?
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Israel expands its war on Gaza, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are again forced from their homes. Israel's prime minister has vowed to seize...
Is the far-right still rising as a political force in Europe?
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Europe's Super-Sunday elections see a pro-EU candidate defeat a hard-right rival in Romania, a centrist win in the first round of Poland's presidentia...
Which countries are experiencing the worst of the global food crisis?
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Global hunger has hit a new high. The United Nations says nearly 300 million people faced acute hunger last year. And the outlook for 2025 i...
What will it take for Russia and Ukraine to achieve lasting peace?
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Russian drone strike hit Ukraine's Sumy region just hours after the first direct talks in three years. The warring sides agreed to a prisoners excha...
Has Donald Trump taken US-Gulf relations to a new era?
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trillions of dollars were pledged during the US president’s three-nation tour of the Gulf this week. So, are the Gulf nations now in sync with W...
What do the Gulf states gain from Trump's trip?
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has signed record-breaking agreements during his state visit to Qatar. It's part of a three-nation tour of the region. A tri...
What's the impact of the US lifting its sanctions on Syria?
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrations in Syria after the US president announced that he's lifting decades of sanctions. Donald Trump says his decision will give the nation a c...
Could the US-China tariff deal avert a possible global trade war?
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A ceasefire between the two main rivals of a global trade war. The US and China have struck a complicated deal to de-escalate a soaring tariff face of...
Could a direct meeting between Russia and Ukraine end the war?
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A twist in efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Russia's President pitches direct talks with Ukraine. That's after Kyiv's EU allies propose a 30-day cea...
Will the India-Pakistan ceasefire hold?
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guns have gone silent along the India-Pakistan line of control. After the most intense exchanges in decades between the nuclear-armed neighbours, ...
Will the India-Pakistan ceasefire resolve disputes over Kashmir?
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A ceasefire has been announced to stop a bitter conflict over one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Kashmir has repeatedly been troubled by a dis...
What role might Pope Leo XIV play on the world stage?
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new Pope has been elected, the first from the US to lead the Catholic Church. It's church that's divided between progressives and traditionalists, a...
What nuclear risks do the current India - Pakistan hostilities pose?
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
International concern is mounting over the India-Pakistan conflict - as both are armed with substantial nuclear arsenals. Atomic bombs have only ...
What does the US-Houthi ceasefire mean for Yemen?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US president has announced he'll stop attacks on Yemen. Donald Trump says he made the decision after the Houthis assured him they'll end their str...
What will Trump's movie tariffs mean for the global film industry?
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump says Hollywood is 'dying fast'. The US President blames foreign countries for the crisis. And he has ordered a 100% tariff on imported fi...
How important is the new pope election?
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cardinals of the Catholic Church gather in Rome to elect the next Pope. Whether a moderniser or conservative wins, big challenges await them within th...
Why is Israel mobilising sixty-thousand more troops for Gaza?
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starvation threatens the people of Gaza due to Israel's blockade. Food and vital supplies are running out across the strip. Yet, Israel is calling up ...
What are the implications of a funding crisis at the United Nations?
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The United Nations says a funding crisis is putting millions of people in danger. An internal review of the organisation is also reported to be lookin...
Why has Mike Waltz been dropped as US National Security Advisor?
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Waltz has been dropped as US national security advisor. It's the first big shift in personnel of Donald Trump's second term. Weeks ago, Waltz add...
What's next for the people of Sudan?
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sudan is suffering the world's worst famine in four decades says the United Nations as conflict between government and paramilitary forces rages. ...
How significant was Trump's first 100 days in office?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump marks 100 days of his second term -- a time for the US and the world to take stock, and perhaps, a breather. The 100 day mar...
What does Mark Carney's election win mean for Canada?
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In one of the greatest political comebacks in Canadian history, Mark Carney has kept the governing Liberal Party in power. It was an intense campaign ...
What's the latest case held against Israel at the ICJ?
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The International Court of Justice hears another case against Israel - in what could be a test of Israeli defiance of international law. More tha...
Is Ukraine close to a peace deal?
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An extraordinary meeting and a conversation labelled 'historic'. Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet in St Peter's Basilica to talk peace in Ukr...
How will the next Pope wield the power of the Church?
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Pope Francis' funeral, the world's 1.4 billion Catholics are turning the page on an era of reform and liberalism. Now, the Vatican faces the ques...
Could the Kashmir attack ignite a wider India-Pakistan crisis?
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The United Nations urges calm between India and Pakistan. Relations have plummeted after gunmen killed tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir.&n...
What's next for Russia and Ukraine?
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Russia's biggest attack on Kyiv in months, after a day of chaotic diplomacy, ending with the US president accusing Ukraine of prolonging the war. Kyiv...
How is the global economic crisis impacting the IMF's role?
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Global financial turmoil tops the agenda as the International Monetary Fund and World Bank hold meetings in Washington DC. The organisations face sign...
What impact does the US-China trade war have on other countries?
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kenya's president on a five-day state visit to China, its largest lender, while Beijing's trade war with Washington intensifies. How is it worsening? ...
How will Pope Francis be remembered?
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many say he was a Pope like no other. Outspoken and forthright, Pope Francis took a stand on many critical issues facing our world. The head of t...
What does the former president's return mean for Congo?
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A controversial return. Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila is back home after a self-imposed exile. The government accuses Ka...
Will Trump abandon his efforts to end the war in Ukraine?
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US President's patience is running thin. Washington's efforts to end the war in Ukraine are making little progress, and the Trump administrat...
Why is Xi Jinping rallying Asian nations against Donald Trump?
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Xi Jinping has rallied south-east Asian nations against Donald Trump's trade war, uniting them against what he calls 'unilateral bullying' by the U.S....
What does Trump's action mean for the US and its global standing?
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Universities threatened, NGOs and media outlets targeted, US overseas agencies shut. The Trump administration has taken drastic action against hundred...
Is the US in a constitutional crisis?
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Attacks on judges and threats to defy the courts - increasing tension between the Trump administration and US judiciary. Some believe it's a constitut...
How has Sudan's conflict impacted the region?
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two years of conflict in Sudan between troops loyal to the army and those backing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Regional countries have been ...
What's the impact of Israel's attacks on hospitals in Gaza?
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel bombs one of the last working hospitals in Gaza, a place where usually treatable health conditions can now mean death. Targeting health facilit...
How will Gabon's new leader impact the country?
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
He led a coup in Gabon, promising to hand power back to civilians. But General Brice Oligui Nguema has just won Saturday's election, and will lead the...
How has the war in Ukraine divided Western countries?
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While the US is pushing for a quick end, the Europeans are increasing their military aid to Kyiv. And with no end in sight to the fighting, can those ...