Ben Doherty
Senior reporter at Guardian Australia known for investigative coverage of the arms industry and global conflicts; appeared to discuss Australian involvement in the global weapons trade.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 0sec
The rising resistance to Pine Gap
Ben Doherty, a senior reporter at Guardian Australia with deep insights into national security, dives into the protests surrounding Pine Gap, a secretive US-Australian signals intelligence base. He explains the protesters' claims that Pine Gap supports military actions in Gaza, stirring up a wave of renewed activism. Doherty discusses the historical opposition from Indigenous groups, the implications of intelligence-sharing arrangements with Israel, and calls for greater transparency about Pine Gap's activities and Australia's role in global conflicts.
Nov 18, 2025 • 23min
Are Australian weapons destined to be used in Sudan atrocities?
Henry Belot and Ben Doherty, senior reporters at Guardian Australia, dive into Australia's significant arms exports to the UAE, amidst concerns of their potential use in Sudan atrocities. They discuss the recent Dubai airshow, where Australia's defense industry showcased its wares, and highlight the ethical dilemmas surrounding arms sales. The pair explore the murky supply chains leading to conflict zones, the role of gold in facilitating arms exchanges, and Australia's legal responsibilities, questioning whether these exports align with national values.
