Con Coughlin, Defence and Foreign Affairs Editor at The Telegraph, discusses the ramifications of Russia's military losses in Ukraine and the precarious state of the Assad regime in Syria. Nathaniel A. Raymond, Executive Director at the Yale Humanitarian Research Lab, unveils a shocking report on the systematic kidnapping of Ukrainian children for adoption by Russia, highlighting violations of international law. The conversation sheds light on the chilling comparison of these abductions to historical atrocities, emphasizing the urgent need for accountability.

Ben Farmer, a seasoned reporter based in Beirut who covers the Middle East conflict, joins Con Coughlin, a veteran defense and foreign affairs editor for The Telegraph. They discuss the implications of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's death and who might succeed him. Con reflects on his experiences reporting in Beirut during the 1984 war, shedding light on Hezbollah's evolving role and its political identity. The dialogue also touches on the humanitarian crises emerging from ongoing tensions and Israel's complex military responses amidst regional instability.