Yolande Nell

Yolande Nell, a correspondent based in Jerusalem, shares insights on the recent unprecedented prisoner swap between Ukraine and Russia, highlighting its potential implications for future peace talks. The conversation also delves into the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, illustrating the dire conditions civilians face amidst conflict. Additionally, a quirky story emerges from Norway, where a local resident discovers a ship unexpectedly situated in their garden, adding a touch of humor to this serious global discussion.

Yolande Nell, a seasoned correspondent in Jerusalem, and Simon Jack, a sharp business editor, dive into Israel's controversial announcement of 22 new settlements in the occupied West Bank—the largest expansion in decades. They unpack the political motivations behind this move and its implications for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conversation also touches on the grim humanitarian crisis in Gaza, alongside the ripple effects of a US court's ruling against Trump’s tariffs, which has stirred global financial markets.