Global News Podcast Trump sues the BBC
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Dec 16, 2025 
Simi Jolawasho, an investigative reporter from the BBC, sheds light on a troubling scam where funds raised for children with cancer never reach the families. Meanwhile, Sarah Rainsford, the BBC's Eastern Europe correspondent, reports on hybrid attacks and security concerns in Lithuania, exploring Belarus's involvement. The discussion also delves into Donald Trump's billion-dollar defamation lawsuit against the BBC, claiming his January 6 speech was edited misleadingly. Listeners gain insights into the complex geopolitical landscape and pressing social issues.
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Trump Files $5bn Suit Over Edited January 6 Clip
- Donald Trump sued the BBC for $5bn, arguing an edit falsely implied he encouraged the January 6 attack.
- The BBC apologised but rejected paying compensation, saying no defamation basis exists.
Why The Case Was Filed In Florida
- The filing was made in Florida partly because Trump is a resident and because the programme may have been viewable via streaming to Americans.
- A key legal question is whether the broadcast could have influenced US voters before the election.
Ceasefire Hope Hinges On Donbass Issue
- US negotiators offered NATO-style security guarantees to Ukraine after talks in Germany, prompting cautious optimism about a ceasefire.
- Territorial concessions, especially over Donbass, remain the main sticking point for Kyiv.