

Nick Schifrin
Foreign affairs and defense correspondent for PBS NewsHour and host of the new program Compass Points, contributing analysis on geopolitics and defense issues.
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Jan 17, 2026 • 25min
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 1/16/25
Join David Sanger, a national security expert from The New York Times; Nick Schifrin, PBS NewsHour's foreign affairs correspondent; Jonathan Karl, ABC News' chief Washington correspondent; and Nancy Youssef, Pentagon correspondent for The Atlantic, as they navigate Trump’s influence on U.S. foreign policy. They discuss the halted strikes on Iran, the Pentagon’s reluctance to politicize military actions, and the growing divides within the GOP. Tune in for insights on media impacts and the shifting geopolitical landscape.

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Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 27min
The News Roundup For March 28, 2025
This discussion features Steve Clemens, a political expert; Arthur Delaney, who delves into political scandals; Nick Schifrin, a foreign affairs correspondent; Jack Detch, a defense reporter; and Kriti Gupta, a correspondent analyzing international affairs. They explore the fallout from a leaked military chat, revealing the risks of unsecured communications. The panel assesses the devastating humanitarian crises in Gaza and Sudan, addresses the chilling effects on legal accountability amidst political tensions, and discusses recent economic strains affecting public health and media.

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Oct 30, 2023 • 28min
Gaza’s humanitarian crisis
Nick Schifrin, a Foreign Affairs correspondent for PBS NewsHour, and Kenneth Roth, former head of Human Rights Watch, delve into Gaza's dire humanitarian crisis. They illuminate the pressing need for international aid amid escalating military operations. Roth emphasizes that the situation is not merely humanitarian but a violation of international law. The pair discuss the complex interplay of human rights advocacy and the challenges faced by those critiquing Israel. This conversation sheds light on the harsh realities faced by civilians caught in the conflict.

Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 23min
The News Roundup For July 11, 2025
This week’s discussion features Josh Wingrove from Bloomberg News, Taylor Poplarz from Spectrum News, and other esteemed guests. They tackle the aftermath of deadly flooding in Texas and the urgent need for better disaster preparedness. Attention shifts to President Trump's controversial trade policies and his recent Nobel Peace Prize nomination by Netanyahu. Additionally, they delve into the Pentagon’s reversal on arms shipments to Ukraine and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy amid global tensions.

Jan 15, 2026 • 0sec
January 14, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Nick Schifrin, the foreign affairs correspondent, delves into the unrest in Iran, detailing the rising casualties and U.S. military options. Rob Bauer, a retired Dutch admiral, discusses Greenland's strategic significance amid Arctic tensions, especially with increasing Russian and Chinese activity. Fred de Sam Lazaro highlights the chilling impact of recent ICE raids on the Minneapolis community, while Jeffrey Brown reveals how regulatory changes are reshaping Kentucky’s hemp industry and the future of hemp-derived products.


