Tony Halpin

In this engaging discussion, journalist Michelle Hussain speaks with Mark Carney, the Canadian Prime Minister, who emphasizes NATO's need to remain vigilant against Russian threats. Tony Halpin offers insights into Trump's upcoming summit with Putin in Budapest, exploring its implications for Ukraine. The conversation also delves into a troubling decline in US regional banks, highlighting market fears of fraud. With discussions about Carney balancing climate concerns with oil industry realities, this podcast is packed with timely political and economic insights.

Tony Halpin, a journalist specializing in Russia's economy and government, discusses the Kremlin's portrayal of talks with US officials as 'very useful,' despite no agreements on ending the Ukraine conflict. Tiwa Adebayo, an environmental reporter, reveals alarming findings from Pew Trusts about a projected 52% increase in new plastic production by 2040, highlighting serious health and pollution risks. They also touch on the implications for international diplomacy and the environmental crisis ahead.

Tony Halpin, Bloomberg's Russia team leader, shares his insights as US envoy Steve Witkoff heads to Moscow for crucial talks with President Putin amid claims of a key Ukrainian city falling to Russian control. The conversation explores the complex dynamics of a revised peace plan, with Ukraine's strong denial of losing ground. Halpin also discusses the pivotal adjustments made to the negotiation framework and the separate diplomatic strategies at play between Witkoff and Secretary Rubio. Brace for deep analysis on the evolving geopolitical landscape!