Clarissa Ward, CNN's Chief International Correspondent known for her impactful conflict zone reporting, joins political maverick Tulsi Gabbard and Russian policy expert Mark Katz for a deep dive into global issues. They tackle U.S. involvement in Syria and Libya amidst light-hearted banter, dissect American energy policies and the EU-Mercosur trade dynamics, and critique media sensationalism surrounding health care. The discussion also sharpens focus on Russia's role in Syria and the implications for U.S. foreign policy, all while peppered with insightful political anecdotes.

CNN's Clarissa Ward and NY Times' David Sanger discuss Iran's attack on Israel, potential escalation; Former State Dept. adviser Vali Nasr analyzes Biden's influence. Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen talks China trip. US Ambassador Rahm Emanuel discusses Japan's role in the region.

Hamas assault on Israel and Israel's retaliation, thousands killed, Hamas holding hostages, teams on the ground in Israel.

In a gripping discussion, journalist Clarissa Ward delves into the troubling case of Luigi Mangione and the direct evidence linking him to a murder. The talk uncovers psychological complexities stemming from his abrupt disappearance and insights into public perception around legal insanity. Ward also highlights the rising social media support for Mangione, stirring unrest in his community, and critiques systemic issues magnifying the crisis. Meanwhile, she contrasts this with chilling stories from Syrian prisons, shedding light on human rights abuses.

Jeffrey Goldberg, Editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, dissects Trump's controversial military comments and their implications. Clarissa Ward shares her chilling experience of captivity in Darfur, highlighting the humanitarian crisis. Mayor Sherelle Parker emphasizes Philadelphia's vital role in the upcoming election. Masi Alinejad discusses the Iranian government's threats against journalists. Cedric Richmond details the Harris campaign's strategy focused on key voter engagement, particularly in Pennsylvania, as political tensions rise ahead of the election.

Clarissa Ward, CNN's chief international correspondent, shares her expert insights on the evolving dynamics of the Israel-Hamas conflict following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, emphasizing its potential impact on hostage negotiations. Barak Ravid discusses the shifting political landscape, while Jonathan Dekelhan highlights his personal concerns as a father of a hostage. Mossab Hassan Youssef provides a unique perspective on Hamas's mindset, adding depth to the conversation about security and international relations.

CNN's Chief International Correspondent, Clarissa Ward, discusses the dire conditions of ISIS detainees in Syria, focusing on the challenges and risks faced by women and children in detention camps. The episode explores repatriation hurdles, de-radicalization efforts, and the dilemma of managing the largest concentration of ISIS fighters in the world.

Rudy Giuliani faces potential massive financial consequences in the defamation trial. Clarissa Ward reports from a Gaza field hospital. Putin's press conference includes a deepfake of himself talking about Ukraine. Also, discussion on Senator Ron Johnson's claim about fake electors.

CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson, CNN International Anchor Becky Anderson, and CNN Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward discuss the shocking Hamas assault in Israel, the retaliation from Israel, and the thousands of casualties. They also highlight firsthand accounts of families with missing loved ones, survivor stories, the devastating impact of attacks on communities, and the strength and resilience of the survivors.

Recode's Peter Kafka talks to three reporters about the realities of covering the war in Ukraine and sorting truth from disinformation -- from the ground, from afar, and online.In Ukraine: CNN’s Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward discusses the challenges of war reporting in 2022, everything from planning food and exit routes to working with a remote team to analyze online videos.In DC: Puck co-founder and Washington correspondent Julia Ioffe talk about how hard it is to learn what Russians think about what's going on, and how long she expects the war to hold the American people's interest.Finally, Jane Lytvynenko, a senior research fellow at Harvard's Shorenstein Center, gives us a crash course on Russia’s history of disinformation dissemination. She also tells us about Telegram, which essentially functions as “Eastern European Twitter."Featuring: Clarissa Ward (@clarissaward), Chief International Correspondent for CNNJulia Ioffe (@juliaioffe), Co-Founder and Washington Correspondent for PuckJane Lytvynenko (@JaneLytv), Senior Research Fellow at Harvard's Shorenstein CenterHost: Peter Kafka (@pkafka), Senior Editor at RecodeMore to explore: Subscribe for free to Recode Media, Peter Kafka, one of the media industry's most acclaimed reporters, talks to business titans, journalists, comedians, and more to get their take on today's media landscape.About Recode by Vox: Recode by Vox helps you understand how tech is changing the world — and changing us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices