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Jun 29, 2025 • 27min
How Sudan’s war is driving Chad’s humanitarian collapse
As Sudan’s war effects spill into Chad, the country faces the world’s most underfunded refugee crisis. Nearly a million Sudanese, mostly women and children, have fled, but aid is vanishing, disease is looming, and the system is on the verge of collapse. In this episode of Talk to Al Jazeera, Ahmed Idris speaks to a United Nations lead official in Chad and to a Sudanese refugee activist who fled the same forces now threatening his people. As the world looks away, they warn that the cost of inaction may soon be counted in lives.

Jun 19, 2025 • 28min
IAEA chief: No evidence Iran is building a nuclear weapon
As Israel bombs Iranian nuclear sites under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspection, questions mount over nuclear double standards and the credibility of the global system. Iran accuses the IAEA of bias and complicity, while Israel - an undeclared nuclear power - remains outside treaty obligations. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi responds to allegations, addresses fears of a nuclear arms race and warns of the consequences if diplomacy fails. Is the non-proliferation regime collapsing? Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, talks to Al Jazeera.

May 5, 2024 • 28min
Greek FM: No review of Israel defence deals amid war on Gaza
Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis emphasises his country's robust defence ties with Israel amid its war on Gaza. He asserts now is not the time to revisit their largest defence deal, including a $1.6bn contract for Greek air force training.Gerapetritis highlights Greece’s peace efforts in the Middle East and stresses the importance of high defence spending due to geopolitical dynamics and Greece’s extensive Mediterranean coastline.The Greek foreign minister, Giorgos Gerapetritis, talks to Al Jazeera.

Apr 28, 2024 • 28min
UN's Sigrid Kaag: Is starvation an Israeli weapon in Gaza? | Talk to Al Jazeera
More than 200 days into Israel’s war on Gaza, the death toll has surpassed 34,000 while more than 77,000 Palestinians have been wounded.Amid the destruction and ongoing violence, the United Nations appointed Sigrid Kaag as its senior humanitarian and reconstruction coordinator for Gaza. With her experience navigating the European Union’s varied positions on the conflict, Kaag leads crucial relief efforts.As the world waits for a ceasefire and an end to the violence, the question arises: "What will ‘the day after’ look like for Gaza, once the war is over?"Sigrid Kaag, UN senior humanitarian and reconstruction coordinator for Gaza, talks to Al Jazeera.

Apr 21, 2024 • 28min
'Israelism': How deep do indoctrination and Israeli army glorification go? | Talk to Al Jazeera
The documentary Israelism examines the rift among Jews regarding Palestine, highlighting young people's increasing criticism of Israel and Zionism.This divide is driven by firsthand accounts of Israel's actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.As the film faces opposition from groups trying to cancel its screenings, its main protagonist, Simone Zimmerman, and its co-director and producer, Erin Axelman, talk to Al Jazeera.

Apr 14, 2024 • 28min
Dominican FM on Haiti gang violence crisis: Spillover threat? | Talk to Al Jazeera
Amid rising gang violence in Haiti, Santo Domingo fears spillover effects. With criminal gangs dominating most of Haiti's capital, the Dominican Republic faces human and security ramifications.What steps will the Dominican government take to confront these challenges?We explore these critical issues as the Dominican Republic's Foreign Minister Roberto Alvarez Gil talks to Al Jazeera.

Apr 4, 2024 • 28min
Pedro Sanchez: Championing Gaza ceasefire and Palestine statehood | Talk to Al Jazeera
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez ends his latest Middle East tour in Qatar.The Gulf state has hosted several talks on ending Israel's war on Gaza, and Sanchez's calls for a ceasefire have resonated worldwide as the death toll now stands at about 33,000.Spain's foreign policy extends beyond the Middle East. It balances relations with major powers like the United States and Russia while navigating the broader implications of the war in Ukraine.How will Spain manage this era of global challenges and a rapidly changing international landscape?The Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, talks to Al Jazeera.

Mar 31, 2024 • 29min
Wael Dahdouh: Gaza’s voice amid loss and courage | Talk to Al Jazeera
Journalists, especially in war zones, face immense challenges in reporting conflict realities.In the context of Israel’s war on Gaza, their role has been pivotal in exposing the devastation and suffering.Among these journalists, Wael Dahdouh, Al Jazeera Arabic Gaza bureau chief, stands out for his dedication to covering his homeland’s conflicts over 25 years.Despite personal losses, including family deaths in air strikes and his own injuries, Dahdouh’s commitment remains unwavering.His story, highlighted during an interview in Doha, where he receives medical treatment, exemplifies journalistic courage and resilience.Wael Dahdouh talks to Al Jazeera.

Mar 22, 2024 • 29min
Tor Wennesland: Gaza talks in Doha key for Palestinians and Israelis | Talk to Al Jazeera
Since Israel's inception in 1948, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has centred on the occupied Palestinian territory, human rights violations and Palestinian self-determination, leading to cycles of violence and failed peace efforts.The Oslo Accords in 1993 led to the appointment of a United Nations special coordinator to oversee regional peace initiatives.Amid Israel's continuing war on Gaza, with severe humanitarian crises and escalating violence, the coordinator faces the challenging task of navigating this complex and volatile landscape.Find out more as the UN special coordinator for the Middle East peace process, Tor Wennesland, talks to Al Jazeera.

Mar 10, 2024 • 28min
Carolina Toha: Chile still healing more than 30 years post-dictatorship | Talk to Al Jazeera
From Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship to democracy, Chile has navigated a complex history marked by human rights abuses.Efforts to reconcile with its past continue amid social movements and constitutional debates.We explore the nation's journey that reflects the enduring impact of authoritarian rule and the continuing quest for justice as Carolina Toha, Chile's interior minister, talks to Al Jazeera.