

News Meeting: An unusual start to the Paris Olympics and Just Stop Oil protesters jailed
Jul 29, 2024
Lauren Frayer, an NPR international correspondent, discusses the quirky surprises unfolding at the Paris Olympics, like Snoop Dogg torching and logistical hurdles. Stephen Armstrong examines the harsh sentencing of Just Stop Oil protesters, highlighting tensions between protest rights and government crackdowns. Chloe Hadjimatheou offers insights into the shifting UK stance on Israel, exploring the intricate balance of domestic politics and international relations. The trio weaves humor and serious commentary as they tackle pressing global issues.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Olympic Oddities: Humor and Hurdles at Paris 2024
01:50 • 9min
Protest and Politics: The Just Stop Oil Sentencing
10:32 • 9min
Protests and the Price of Activism in the Climate Crisis
19:48 • 2min
Legal Implications of ICC's Arrest Warrant and UK Political Response
21:39 • 3min
Rethinking UK-Israel Relations: A Political Landscape in Flux
24:50 • 11min
Historic Olympic Triumphs and a Mysterious Disappearance
35:27 • 2min