Caitríona Perry

Lyse Doucet, BBC’s chief international correspondent, and Caitríona Perry, chief presenter, dive into a recent Israeli airstrike targeting Hamas leaders in Doha. They discuss the implications for U.S. involvement and regional peace efforts, highlighting Qatar's role as a mediator. The conversation reveals complex foreign policy dynamics, particularly how past U.S. administrations influence current decisions. The episode explores the potential repercussions for the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the intricate balance of negotiations in a tense geopolitical landscape.

Caitríona Perry, BBC News’s Chief Presenter and savvy Washington reporter, teams up with Dharshini David, Deputy Economics Editor with sharp insights into tariffs. They dive into the whirlwind of Trump's tariff policies and their unpredictable effects on US-China trade relations. Expect intriguing discussions on how these tariffs could hit UK consumers, potential challenges for the UK government, and the broader economic ripples across markets. Discover the curiosity surrounding trade dilemmas and the political balancing act faced by leaders today!

In this discussion, Caitríona Perry, Chief Presenter for BBC News in DC, shares insights on how UK leaders, especially Keir Starmer, are balancing national interests with the uncertain impacts of Trump’s tariffs. Claer Barrett, a Financial Times journalist, dives into the rising costs faced by households across the UK, exploring reasons behind increasing bills and strategies to ease financial pressure. Together, they dissect the intricate dance of international trade and the economic challenges looming over everyday consumers.

Lyse Doucet, a veteran BBC correspondent, is joined by Caitríona Perry, chief presenter, and Vanessa Busch-Schluter, Latin America editor. They discuss Nicolás Maduro's courtroom appearance in New York on narco-terrorism charges, his claim of being a 'decent man,' and the political theatre surrounding the event. The panel dives into the implications of U.S. actions, including the potential influence on Venezuelan leadership and the complexities of international reactions, all while contrasting it with U.S. interests in Greenland.

Joining the discussion are Justin Webb, host of Americast, sharing his expertise on American politics, and Caitríona Perry, a US Chief presenter, offering crucial updates on political events. They delve into the chaotic legal battle over Trump’s tariffs and its implications for the economy and his political standing. Danny Savage reports on a serious incident at a Liverpool celebration, detailing the legal ramifications for the charged driver. This whirlwind of topics reveals not only the intricacies of American politics but also the human side of current events.