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Jun 4, 2025 • 11min

A new nuclear age: the differences from the Cold War

Nuclear weapons are regularly in the news. Ukraine’s drone attack on Russian nuclear bombers. The threat of North Korea and Iran. European countries rearming. If we are entering a new age of nuclear weapons, how is it different to the Cold War? Nuclear deterrence specialist Matthew Kroenig says the threat of China makes the superpower competition more dangerous than before.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 11min

Trump's levers to make Putin talk peace

It is now more than 4 months since Donald Trump took office, and there is still no ceasefire in Ukraine. Another round of direct talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul has produced no major breakthrough. Kyiv and its allies say Vladimir Putin is dragging his heels in peace talks. So what levers can the US president pull to force Russia to negotiate? Russia specialist Dr Rasmus Nilsson, from University College London, explains why neither carrots nor sticks are likely to work.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 2, 2025 • 10min

Inside Ukraine’s daring drone attack on Russia

Over the weekend, Ukraine launched an audacious drone attack deep inside Russian territory. After 18 months of planning personally overseen by Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine smuggled drones across the border and launched them from hidden containers with remote-controlled lids. Kyiv says it damaged a third of Russia’s strategic bombers. The Times’ World Affairs Editor Catherine Philp says it is an effective strategy as well as symbolism - and looks at how Russia will react.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: UNPIXS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 1, 2025 • 24min

Frontline Special - Former Deputy Commander Operations of the British Royal Air Force, Air Marshall Greg Bagwell

In this extended Frontline conversation Air Marshall Greg Bagwell speaks with Kate Gerbeau about the latest developments in the war in Ukraine.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch moreRead more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 31, 2025 • 30min

Frontline Special - Former UK defence attaché to Moscow and Kyiv, John Foreman (Extended episode)

In this extended Frontline conversation, former UK defence attaché to Moscow and Kyiv, John Foreman, speaks with Philip Ingram about the latest developments in the war in Ukraine.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch moreRead more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 30, 2025 • 10min

How China can benefit from Trump tariff rulings

Confusion reigns after a US federal court suspended Donald Trump’s worldwide tariffs and declared them unlawful, only for an appeal to temporarily allow them again. The White House is launching a full legal challenge - so the uncertainty will continue, especially for China, which faced the steepest tariffs. The Times’ China correspondent Richard Spencer explains why Beijing can benefit, even without knowing what is coming next.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 29, 2025 • 11min

Inside Ukraine’s plan to jam - and destroy - Putin’s drones

Waves of drone attacks have become Russia’s signature weapon in its war against Ukraine, growing increasingly lethal with each strike. The Times’ correspondent in Kyiv, Maxim Tucker, meets those working tirelessly to end their reign of terror. Plus, he delves into the latest developments following Volodymyr Zelensky’s discussions with Germany’s Chancellor.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch moreRead more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 28, 2025 • 11min

Why Israel’s Gaza aid plan is failing amid chaos

Israel's aid distribution model in Gaza has sparked criticism and chaos, with thousands of desperate Palestinians rushing the first distribution site. As major UN agencies and humanitarian organisations refuse to cooperate, citing concerns over 'weaponisation' of aid, Mark Seddon, Director of the Centre for United Nations Studies at the University of Buckingham, unpacks the fallout and examines whether the UN can salvage its reputation amidst the ongoing crisis.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 27, 2025 • 11min

How lifting missile restrictions could shift Ukraine’s frozen frontline

Western allies are lifting missile restrictions on Ukraine, allowing for deeper strikes into Russia, which may reshape the conflict. Anticipation builds around Ukraine's urgent need for German Taurus missiles to disrupt Russian supply lines. Meanwhile, Operation Interflex showcases intense military training for Ukrainian soldiers in Britain, contrasting it with the limited instruction given to Russian conscripts. The emotional bonds formed between Ukrainian trainees and their British instructors reflect the personal stakes and shared commitment to security in Europe.
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May 26, 2025 • 10min

How Turkey plays an outsize role in global diplomacy

As Turkey’s four-decade-long conflict with the PKK draws to a close, the nation achieves major foreign policy victories, solidifying its role as a vital bridge between the West, the Middle East, and Asia. Liz Cookman, reporting from Turkey for The Times, discusses Ankara’s rise as a powerhouse in regional and global diplomacy.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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