Journalist Katya Adler and guests provide a guide to the history and context of the Israel-Palestine conflict, exploring the creation of Israel, the experience of Palestinians, the role of Hamas, and the involvement of global powers. They discuss overcrowding and poverty in Gaza City, the transformation of Israel's leadership, the rise and alliances of Hamas, Hezbollah's relationship with Israel, the potential normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel, and the unresolved issues of the conflict.

Katya Adler, Journalist and Middle East expert, explains the history and context of the Israel-Palestine conflict, focusing on life in Gaza and the West Bank, highlighting the restrictive living conditions, poverty, and challenges faced by Palestinians. The podcast also explores the creation of Israel, the Balfour Declaration, Jewish immigration restrictions, and the events leading up to the Arab-Israeli war in 1948.

Katya Adler, an expert in investigating sextortion crimes globally, discusses the rise of sextortion targeting teenagers, the tactics used by scammers from Nigeria, and the alarming increase in cases. The podcast also explores efforts to combat sextortion in Nigeria, the dark realities of online sextortion targeting teenagers, and the challenges in ensuring online safety for kids.

Anthony Zurcher, BBC senior North America correspondent, discusses Donald Trump's possible agenda for 2025. Laura Bicker, BBC's China correspondent, explores China's stance on trade with the U.S. under Trump. Katya Adler, BBC's Europe editor, analyzes the political instability in France and Germany and its effects on U.S.-European relations. Lise Doucette reports on the potential for hostage negotiations in Syria. Alan Kasudja shares insights on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and South Africa's political shifts, highlighting pressing global challenges.

Katya Adler, BBC Europe editor, shares insights from her interview with former German Chancellor Angela Merkel. They discuss Merkel's navigation of challenging relationships, particularly with President Putin, and her reflections on Brexit. The conversation also delves into Merkel's East German upbringing and her regrets about certain political decisions. Additionally, there's a look at the current UK business climate, driven by Rachel Reeves' budget proposals, and how they're impacting business investment and reactions among industry leaders.

Katya Adler, a BBC journalist known for her insightful reporting on social issues in India, dives deep into the ongoing crisis of sexual violence in the country. She discusses the shocking murder of a young doctor that sparked protests, highlighting the disconnect between new laws and actual safety for women. Katya critiques the historical context of these issues, the effectiveness of legal reforms, and the societal stigma that hinders justice. She also celebrates the resilience of Indian women making strides across various fields, advocating for broader social change.

Katya Adler, a savvy journalist focused on Russian geopolitics, joins seasoned Russia editor Steve Rosenberg to discuss a troubling trend of citizens reporting anti-war views post-Ukraine invasion. They delve into the historical context of denunciations, drawing chilling parallels to the Soviet era. Personal stories highlight the culture of fear and repression, exemplified by individuals facing harsh consequences for dissent. The conversation also touches on resilient voices like 87-year-old Dimitri, who continues to fight for free speech against immense societal pressure.

In this engaging discussion, BBC Europe Editor Katya Adler and Anand Menon, Director of UK in a Changing Europe, dive into the nuances of Keir Starmer's recent trip to Berlin. They explore the implications of his proposed treaty with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and what a diplomatic 'reset' could mean for UK-EU relations. The challenges facing Scholz's leadership also come under scrutiny, alongside the complexities of ongoing negotiations regarding youth mobility post-Brexit, highlighting the evolving landscape of European politics.

President Macron and BBC's Europe Editor discuss the rise of hard-right parties in European politics, France's far-right National Rally's win, and Macron's snap general election decision. They also explore the nuances between centre right, hard right, and nationalist right parties in Europe, the impact of EU elections on German politics, and rising extremism concerns in Europe.

Europe editor Katya Adler discusses the assassination attempt on Slovak PM Robert Fico. They delve into the details of the politically-motivated attack, the alleged assailant being detained, and the implications of the incident. Chris joins to talk about early prisoner releases in England.