Olga Oliker, Crisis Group's Europe and Central Asia director, discusses the implications of Trump's potential return for European security and the Ukraine war. Michael Wahid Hanna, U.S. director, delves into U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, highlighting the Israel-Palestine conflict. Renata Segura covers how Trump's policies could affect Latin America, particularly immigration. Ali Wyne and Amanda Hsiao examine the prospects for U.S.-China relations, exploring tariffs, Taiwan, and broader geopolitical dynamics.

Senior fellow Aaron David Miller and Middle East analyst Michael Wahid Hanna discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, addressing the role of diplomacy and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The podcast also mentions President Biden's visit to Israel and the cancellation of meetings with key leaders.