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Yesterday · 33 min
Donald Trump’s energy ceasefire collapses: What next for the war in Ukraine?
As Trump rebukes Ukraine’s attacks on a Russian oil refinery, we speak to a former Ukrainian ambassador about how negotiations have changed. Then: the UAE’s changing security landscape and Sumo at the London Film Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday · 35 min
EU budget showdown: Is a breakthrough possible?
EU leaders gather in Brussels, hoping to find a way forward for the bloc’s next budget. Is there room for manoeuvre? Plus: Giorgia Meloni criticises Donald Trump’s Russia diesel deal and Frieze London opens to the public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 30 min
Volodymyr Zelensky in the UK after deadly overnight attacks
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky meets UK prime minister Andy Burnham as Russia strikes critical infrastructure in Kyiv Plus: the future of fashion retail and why Ford is re-entering rallying. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday · 39 min
IMF global economic forecast: bright spots and warnings
We discuss the latest global economic forecast and what it means for financial systems as the IMF warns of ‘resilience under strain’. Plus: commissioning contemporary art and the Paris Auto Show opens to the public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday · 35 min
Protests in New Delhi: Is Modi now facing an insurmountable political crisis?
Monocle and Hitachi Energy host a series of exclusive events in New Delhi featuring our editors and invited experts. Then: what’s getting everyone revved up at the Paris Motor Show? Plus: The CEO of Dubai Airports explains how the Gulf can make it through an increasingly turbulent period. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 9 · 33 min
South African Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay wins the Nobel Peace Prize
We’re in Oslo as the Nobel Institute recognises the achievements of the former UN rights chief and ICJ judge who stood up against apartheid. Plus: Anthony Vaccarello leaves Saint Laurent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 8 · 36 min
Houthis claim Riyadh attacks and Italy approves controversial electoral-reform law
We get the latest from our Gulf correspondent as explosions hit the Saudi capital. Then: Italy prime minister Giorgia Meloni secures final approval for electoral overhaul. And: the latest on protests in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 7 · 28 min
Mail-in or early voting? How to get votes in ahead of the US midterm elections
As Donald Trump sows doubt about mail-in voting, Republicans face a dilemma. Then: France roils European bond markets. Plus: Jesper Brodin of the Earthshot prize. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 6 · 30 min
France’s day of demonstration
As students, teachers and parents blockade schools across France, we speak to Anita Riotta in Paris. Plus: We review the Chanel show at Paris Fashion Week and speak with Éternel Parisien founder Gilles Rosier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 5 · 33 min
Spain calls a snap election and Brazil heads to a runoff
Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, calls an early election amid widespread housing protests. Plus: right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro wins the first round of elections in Brazil but fails to secure an outright majority. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 2 · 33 min
Stories from the Ukraine war and 25 years since the grounding of Swissair
We speak to the editor of The Kyiv Independent in London as the war in Ukraine escalates. Plus: Tyler Brûlé on rebranding a failed airline and why China is regulating AI relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 1 · 33 min
Israel’s ambassador to the UAE on Flydubai
We speak to Israel’s ambassador to the UAE as details of the diverted Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv continue to emerge. Plus: the business news, how your environment affects your lifespan and this week’s ‘The Global Countdown’ live from Brazil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 30 · 32 min
What we know of the diverted Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv
We follow the developing story suggesting that a pilot was stabbed on flight FZ103 en route to Israel. Plus: Mineblast tests South Korea’s approach to North Korea and Paris Fashion Week in full swing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 29 · 28 min
Can Japan and China break their diplomatic deadlock?
As Beijing hosts the highest-level Japanese delegation in a year, we consider what this might do to thaw relations. Plus: we’re in Sao Paulo ahead of Brazil’s election and Abu Dhabi as Livex kicks off. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 28 · 29 min
How much of a boost is France’s far-right surge in Senate elections?
France’s National Rally and its allies have secured a record 14 seats in partial Senate elections. Is it a ‘major milestone’? Plus: an apology from Asian Games organisers and a check-in with our team at Paris Fashion Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 25 · 28 min
The China-US dinner: Is Europe feeling left out?
Did Xi Jinping and Donald Trump’s meeting at the White House go well and what did Europe think? Then: what international force comes after Unifil? Plus: Thailand’s first America’s Got Talent winner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 24 · 35 min
Does the UN still have teeth? Plus: Monocle’s October style issue
As countries strike out on their own and conflicts abound, does the UN still hold sway? Alex von Tunzelmann reminds us what the organisation is capable of. Then: Monocle’s October style issue hits newsstands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 23 · 28 min
‘Greatness or obliteration’: Can the UNGA help Iran and the US secure a deal?
If progress can be made with anything at the UNGA, will it be with Iran and the US? Then: why are Milan Fashion Week parties an important event for sartorial diplomacy? Plus: Zürich’s cultural revolution. And: can AI help us sleep better and longer? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 22 · 29 min
Is UNGA where the middle powers stop talking and start acting?
Leaders from Canada, Japan, Brazil and more take centre stage at the UN General Assembly today. Are they the new power brokers? Then: we head to Fondazione Prada as Milan Fashion week hits the runway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 21 · 31 min
The UN General Assembly convenes against the backdrop of the Iran war
As world leaders descend on New York for the 81st UN General Assembly, we discuss the gathering’s relevance. Then: Fresh election setbacks for the German chancellor, Friedrich Merz. And: What do city monuments mean to us? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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