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The Times
Daily analysis of the biggest global security developments, brought to you by military specialists and The Times' renowned foreign correspondents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 10min
“Now go win the fight”
After months of wrangling, President Biden signs into law $95 billion in aid for allies. He says the US will start sending Ukraine aid within hours. Plus - TikTok could be banned and Nasa engineers fix a malfunctioning probe from 15.1 billion miles away.Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 2024 • 10min
Chinese espionage in the West: how deep does it cut?
In the last few days Germany and the UK have arrested a number of people working within their political spheres who, they believe, were passing on secrets to China. We look at the impact it could have on the West, how far China might go and exactly what the motive is behind the alleged activity.Also today Israel has yet to provide evidence to the independent investigation into its claim that UN refugee agency workers in Gaza took part in the October 7th terror attacks. Why not? And what damage could it do to the country's already-fragile standing in the international arena.And the Mona Lisa. Is it really the most disappointing masterpiece in the world?The World in 10 is a Times of London podcast, with analysis of the biggest stories from our team of writers and correspondents around the globe every day in just 10 minutes. For more listen to Times Radio and take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 22, 2024 • 10min
The risk and reward of nuclear weapons hosting for Poland
Poland says it's ready to host NATO's nuclear weapons if it decides to reinforce its eastern flank, as the threat of Russia increases. But why? And does it risk further antagonising the Kremlin?The US is risking its relationship with Israel by threatening sanctions against an IDF unit for alleged human rights abuses from before the current war in Gaza.How are Bollywood deep fakes affecting the Indian election?And the extraordinary row about a cover-up the failed drugs tests of a group of Chinese Olympians - many of whom won medals in Tokyo in 2021.The World in 10 is a Times of London podcast, with analysis of the biggest stories from our team of writers and correspondents around the globe every day in just 10 minutes. For more listen to Times Radio and take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 2024 • 10min
Sudan - the forgotten war
Away from the Middle East and Ukraine, war has been raging in Sudan for two years. We find out what caused this latest conflict and if there is any chance of peaceAlso, we meet the man risking his life to bring home Ukraine and Russia's war dead...And why is Italy fighting with a German toy maker over Da Vinci's Vitruvian Man? Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 2024 • 10min
Ukraine's anxious wait for US aid
Is US Congress finally about to pass its long awaited military aid package for Ukraine, and what difference would it make on the frontline? Plus, why Paris residents are angry about tourists attaching 'love locks' on the city's bridges. And hear about the paraglider who was attacked by a golden eagle mid-flight!Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 2024 • 10min
Tension eases as Tehran shrugs off Israel attack
Iran calls it a ‘failed attack’ but what will the country do next? Plus - Georgia’s president tells The Times that Russia is waging ‘hybrid warfare’ against her country, and Wrexham’s success isn’t shared by everyone.Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 2024 • 10min
Melania leaves shadows for Trump campaign
The long absent former first lady hits the fundraising trail. Plus - Qatar reassesses mediator role, Venice contemplates rotting foundations and Germany foils an explosive plot.Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 17, 2024 • 10min
Power over Persia: revealing the Mullah whisperers
As Israel rebuffs calls for restraint, The Times examines who holds the levers of influence over Iran. Plus - unrest in Georgia over ‘pro-Kremlin’ law and Dubai cleans up after disruptive flooding. Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 2024 • 10min
World waits on tenterhooks as Israel plans Iran response
How will Israel's response to Iran's attack on its sovereign territory, whatever that turns out to be, affect the global order? And what are their options? Today's World in 10 podcast investigates these questions, as it hears from the family of the only person seriously injured by Iran's actions.Also, the Solomon Islands goes to the polls but why are the US, Australia and New Zealand watching the election so carefully?The US warns North Korea is ready to launch a new weapon of mass destruction - and it's nothing to do with bombs.All these and more are analysed in this episode of the World in 10, a podcast utilising the Times of London's expert global team of correspondents and reporters. For more listen to Times Radio and take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 15, 2024 • 10min
"Take The Win and don't escalate." The West's warning to Israel
As Israel contemplates its response to Iran's attack over the weekend, we analyse if the successful shooting down of almost all the rockets fired can genuinely be seen as a win for Benyamin Netanyahu.Meanwhile Naomi Campbell's charity is quietly closed down - but why?And is golf's Masters winner, Scottie Scheffler, at the start of a Tiger Woods-esque dominance of the sport?The World in 10 is a Times of London podcast, bringing you the best of the site every day in just 10 minutes, with analysis from its global team of correspondents and writers.For more listen to Times Radio and take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.