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Hold Your Fire!

International Crisis Group

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Join Crisis Group's Executive Vice President Richard Atwood as he dives deep into the conflicts that rage around the globe with Crisis Group analysts and special guests. These experts bring a unique, on-the-ground perspective to understanding both why those conflicts persist — and what could bring them to an end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EU Confidential is a weekly European news and politics podcast published every Friday by POLITICO Europe. Each 30-minute episode features POLITICO’s analysis of the top stories driving EU politics, as well as notable guests shaping European policy and deep-dive stories from around the Continent. It’s hosted by Sarah Wheaton, POLITICO’s chief policy correspondent, who is joined by reporters from around Europe. Discover our show notes for EU Confidential here: https://www.politico.eu/eu-confid ...
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Assad tells Belgian reporter Belgium & EU merely obey 'US master' on Syria audio English Syrian President Bashar al-Assad recently told Belgian media that their country and the EU merely obey ‘the American master’ when it comes to Syria and political decision-making in general. Source: Syrian Arab News Agency Date: 7 February, 2017
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CakeWatch

Chris Kendall/Steve Bullock

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Steve - @guitarmoog - and Chris - @ottocrat - investigate cakeism: the philosophy of having your cake and eating it, as preached and practised by the British government in its approach to Brexit. Each week, we explore the latest developments as we head towards Brexit and spend time wading through the weeds from the perspective of two long-standing Brussels and UK government insiders. Our aim: to inform you, our listeners, about EU realities and so, hopefully, to equip you to spot lies and to ...
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Tokyo on Fire!

Langley Esquire, K.K.

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Featuring distinguished guests ranging from ambassadors to international executives, Tokyo on Fire delves into burning issues at the intersection of politics & business in Japan. Join host Timothy Langley and Michael Cucek, as they bridge the gap between Japan and the rest of the world. Make sure to subscribe for the latest insights on public affairs in Japan!
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Welcome to EU News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Stay informed on the latest EU news, including politics, economy, regulations, and more. Whether you're an EU citizen, an international observer, or simply interested in European affairs, EU News Daily is your trusted source for staying up-to-date. Tune in daily to be well- ...
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Talking Europe

FRANCE 24 English

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Politicians, activists and researchers debate the issues facing the EU and a 'guest of the week' offers their insight in a long-format interview that gets to the heart of the matter. Saturday at 7:15pm.
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Ethnic Policy

Ethnic Policy

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We discuss topics around ethnicities, ethnic conflicts, & minority politics around the world. Ethnic policy is an entity concerned with identity and ethnic related studies. Also, did you know that two-thirds of all armed conflicts include an ethnic component? Language laws where you come from are either designed to protect and/or promote an ethnic group? 82% of all independent states comprise two or more ethnic groups? Ethnic groups have the highest influence on independence referendums? Tun ...
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Welcome to World News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Tune in to get your daily world news, global updates, the latest developments about Israel war, Ukraine war, the Red Sea tensions involving Yemen's Houthis, and more. Don't miss out on the most important news stories impacting our world today. Want to get these updates b ...
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Each week, Colleen Dulle goes behind the headlines of the biggest Vatican news stories with America’s Rome correspondent Gerard O’Connell. They'll break down complicated news stories that have a whole lot of history behind them in an understandable, engaging way. Colleen and Gerard will give you the inside scoop on what people inside the Vatican are thinking, saying—and planning.
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Russian Limbo

Center for European Policy Analysis

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The Center for European Policy Analysis is proud to announce the first season of "Russian Limbo" — a podcast looking at some of Russia’s most notorious prisons. Outside of the guards and detainees, very little is known about life behind bars in these pretrial detention facilities. As of January 2019, Russia's detention system housed 99,722 inmates not yet convicted of a crime, with many awaiting trials for months or years. “Russian Limbo” takes us inside the happenings of these veiled detent ...
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The Greater European Talks

Institute for a Greater Europe

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The Official Podcast of the Intitute for a Greater Europe, a pan-European youth led think tank based in Brussels, Belgium. As well as our regular publications we wish to bring you a roundup of the news from each region the Institute follows.
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The Next System Podcast

The Next System Project

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The Next System Podcast is a regular series that examines the systemic challenges facing society today and the bold, systemic solutions that can build the society of tomorrow. Learn more about the Next System Project at www.thenextsystem.org.
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بودكاست مغربي مغترب في شمال امريكا Welcome to Tflsif, the podcast for Moroccans in North America and anyone who loves to hear opinions on a wide range of topics. Hosted by a Moroccan who has an opinion on everything, this podcast takes you on a journey through multiple and random topics, ranging from history and politics to soccer and economics. Tflsif, which means "someone who has an opinion about everything" in Moroccan, is a podcast that is both informative and entertaining. With episodes ...
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John O’Hegarty was destined for great things. He studied philosophy in the prestigious University of Leuven in Belgium and had a masters in psycho-analytic studies from Trinity College, Dublin. On the day he politely robbed his first bank, he crossed over into a world where all his education became meaningless. It was his point of no return – but it wasn’t the moment that changed everything. That came two years previously on a winter’s afternoon in 2002 when an accident would alter the cours ...
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I have conceived this podcast as a personal endeavour to bring interesting topics that I have encountered through my professional and academic life to the table. Each episode will take place as conversations with relevant guests who can shed light into the issues being discussed. The podcast will cover economic and political issues with major impact in the countries of the region. EU-Asia relations will feature prominently. I am currently working in Public Affairs in Brussels (Belgium). I ha ...
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(0:10): Massive Traffic Chaos in Germany: Accidents, Investigations, and Holiday Congestion Paralyze Highways (1:55): Interpol Launches Major Campaign to Identify 46 Unidentified Women Across Europe (4:08): Massive Darknet Child Abuse Platform Shut Down in Major Law Enforcement Operation (5:59): 14-Year-Old Detained for Marseille Murder: Shocking Y…
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(0:10): Vodafone and Google Cloud Expand Partnership to Revolutionize AI-Driven Services Across 45 Markets (2:11): Interpol Launches Major Campaign to Identify 46 Unidentified Women Across Europe (4:18): Study Reveals Human Lifespan Ceiling: Rapid Gains in Life Expectancy Unlikely to Continue (6:13): Pro-Ukrainian Hackers Target Russian Broadcaster…
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Colleen Dulle and Gerard O'Connell tackle your burning questions in a special mailbag episode of “Inside the Vatican.” Tune in for their answers on issues that matter to ordinary Catholics. What real changes can we expect from the Synod on Synodality? Why won’t Pope Francis travel to Paris for the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral this Decemb…
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(0:10): French PM Unveils Budget Cuts, Tougher Immigration Policies Amid Rising Debt and Political Tensions (2:42): SPD's Kevin Kühnert Resigns as Secretary General Citing Health Issues, Shocks Political Circles (4:42): Thousands Rally in Budapest Against Government-Controlled Media, Demand Press Freedom and Director's Resignation (6:53): Far-Right…
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(0:10): Tesla's Q3 Deliveries Soar Amid Cybertruck Recall; EU and China Clash Over Electric Vehicle Trade Restrictions (2:17): French PM Unveils Budget Cuts, Tougher Immigration Policies Amid Rising Debt and Political Tensions (4:36): US Scientists Win Nobel for MicroRNA Breakthrough, Kicking Off 2024 Nobel Prize Season (6:35): New Zealand Navy Shi…
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This week on Hold Your Fire! Richard speaks to Crisis Group colleagues Christina Boutros, David Wood, Ali Vaez and Mairav Zonszein about Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon, Iran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel, how Israel might respond and whether the Biden administration can avert an all-out confrontation that would draw the U.S. in. Richa…
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France's public debt is very much in the spotlight. The country's recently appointed prime minister, Michel Barnier, calls it a "sword of Damocles" hanging over future generations. Indeed, for many countries, paying interest on the national debt deprives them of investing in education, healthcare, research and so on. Similar debates are happening a…
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It has been one year since Israel suffered its worst ever terrorist attack, with Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups killing more than 1,000 Israelis and taking more than 250 hostage. Israel's response has devastated Gaza, displacing most of the population and killing more than 41,000 people, according to Gaza health authorities. Meanwhile, Le…
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(0:10): Marburg Virus Fears in Hamburg After Medical Student Returns from Rwanda with Symptoms (2:01): Georgia Enacts Anti-LGBTQIA+ Law Despite Presidential Veto, Sparking Global Outcry and Fears of Authoritarian Shift (4:30): EU to Lift Air and Maritime Border Controls for Bulgaria and Romania by March 2024 (6:38): Italy's Treasury and Asterion Bi…
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(0:10): Impact Plastics Under Fire: Workers' Tragic Deaths in Hurricane Helene Spark Investigation and Outrage (1:59): Toyota Invests $500M in Joby Aviation to Propel Electric Air Taxis by 2025 (4:06): Biden and Xi Plan Crucial Call Amid U.S.-China Tensions on Taiwan, Fentanyl, and Ukraine (5:49): UN Urges Immediate Action as Climate Change Acceler…
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In this week’s episode of EU Confidential, we tackle the complex forces shaping Europe’s future — where political shifts, migration and escalating conflict in neighboring regions are all colliding. As tensions in the Middle East intensify, POLITICO's Opinion Editor Jamie Dettmer reports from Tel Aviv, breaking down the situation on the ground and t…
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(0:10): ÖVP Faces Coalition Hurdles Amid Rising Far-Right Sentiments in Europe (2:20): EU Proposes One-Year Delay on Deforestation Regulation Amidst International Pressure and Criticism (4:32): Germany Tightens Bürgergeld Rules: Stricter Sanctions and Job Incentives Start January 2025 (6:51): EU Targets YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok in Probe on Hate Sp…
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(0:10): ÖVP Faces Coalition Hurdles Amid Rising Far-Right Sentiments in Europe (2:15): Marburg Virus Outbreak in Rwanda: 20 Isolated as WHO Backs Urgent Response Measures (4:14): G7 Leaders Condemn Iran's Missile Attacks, Urge Diplomatic Resolution Amid Middle East Crisis (6:01): Climate Crisis: 2024 Set to Break Heat Records, Urgent Adaptation Nee…
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This episode of “Inside the Vatican” was originally slated to be our mailbag Q. and A. episode, but with so much news, Gerry and Colleen are focusing this week on the most newsworthy moments from Pope Francis’ visit to Belgium. Sexual abuse was a main issue going into this visit; what was less expected were the criticisms the pope faced on the role…
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Lebanon Tensions Surge After Israeli Airstrikes and Hezbollah Leader's Death; Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds Adnoc Acquires Covestro for €11.7B, Marking First Middle Eastern Takeover of German DAX Firm EU Expands Carbon Border Tax to Combat Climate Loopholes and Boost Green Competition Portuguese Government Under Pressure to Remove Flag from Explosive…
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(0:10): Global Leaders Urgently Call for Cooperation Amid Escalating Conflicts and Crisis in Multilateralism at U.N. Assembly (2:07): Portuguese Government Under Pressure to Remove Flag from Explosive-Laden Ship Bound for Israel (4:05): Canadian Man Urges Faster Lebanon Evacuation After Parents Killed in Israeli Bombing (6:04): Israel Bombs Palesti…
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(0:10): Tadej Pogačar Makes History with Triple Crown Victory Amidst Controversial World Championship Race (2:21): Switzerland-Italy Border Redrawn Due to Melting Glaciers: A Stark Climate Change Reality (4:31): Greek Wildfires Rage: Evacuations and Tragic Losses Amid Record Heat and Strong Winds (6:32): Nationwide Strike Grounds All Flights at Bru…
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(0:10): Israel Targets Hezbollah Leader in Major Airstrike; Regional Tensions Soar Amid Fears of Escalation (1:55): SpaceX Launches Rescue Mission Amid ISS Leak Concerns; Astronauts' Return Delayed Until February (3:50): Mark Rutte to Assume NATO Leadership Amid Escalating Ukraine-Russia Conflict (6:08): World Leaders Demand Action as Gaza Crisis D…
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(0:10): Marine Le Pen Faces Trial for Alleged €6.8M EU Fund Embezzlement; Candidacy for 2027 Election at Risk (2:48): Essen Arson Attacks: 30 Injured, Syrian Suspect Arrested Amid Rising Public Safety Concerns (4:51): UK Closes Last Major Coal Plant in Historic Shift to Renewable Energy (7:04): Swiss Arrest of Convicted Rapist Spurs French Debate o…
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(0:10): Assassination of Hezbollah Leader Ignites Regional Conflict: Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as US Pushes for Peace (1:56): Hurricane Helene Devastates Southeast: Dozens Dead, Millions Without Power, and Flood Risks Loom (3:58): Marine Le Pen Faces Trial for Alleged €6.8M EU Fund Embezzlement; Candidacy for 2027 Election at Risk (6:22): Saudi A…
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Talking Europe sits down with one of the most high-profile EU Commission presidents of modern times, Jean-Claude Juncker, who was in office from 2014 to 2019. He shares his thoughts on Ursula von der Leyen's second European Commission and the challenges facing Europe, from migration to Ukraine and the Middle East. Juncker, who had plenty of one-on-…
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One in four adults in the EU have a disability, according to Eurostat. That's more than 100 million people. And while this summer's Paralympics no doubt drew attention to the issue in a visible way, the daily struggles of so many people remain largely invisible. Indeed, access to employment and healthcare is not equal, and neither is the risk of po…
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(0:10): Pfizer Pulls Sickle Cell Drug Oxbryta Amid Fatal Safety Concerns, Shocking Medical Community (2:23): Ubisoft France Plans Three-Day Strike Over Controversial Return-to-Office Policy (4:37): Lactalis to Slash French Milk Collection by 9%, Sparking Farmer Protests and Pricing Disputes (7:13): French Actor Nicolas Bedos Faces Sexual Assault Al…
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(0:10): EU's €5 Billion Africa Fund Fails to Curb Illegal Migration, Faces Criticism for Mismanagement and Human Rights Abuses (2:15): Second U.S. Execution Using Nitrogen Gas Sparks Controversy Over Method's Humanity and Effectiveness (4:22): UAE Launches $2M FoodTech Challenge at CGI 2024 to Tackle Global Food Security and Climate Change (6:26): …
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Volodymyr Zelensky has just four months. That’s the time left until U.S. President Joe Biden leaves office. After that, who knows what’s going to happen. And that means uncomfortable questions for the EU, too. This week’s edition of EU Confidential tracks the Ukrainian president’s recent journey to the U.S. We start off in Kyiv, where POLITICO’s Ve…
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(0:10): Cyber Attack Hits Wi-Fi at Major UK Rail Stations, Sparks Urgent Security Overhaul (2:23): Prime Suspect in Maddie McCann Case Faces New Scrutiny Amid Disturbing Revelations (4:21): Portugal to Boost Minimum Wage to €870 by 2025 Amidst Economic Reforms and Employer Optimism (6:27): ECJ Ruling Forces Retailers to Base Discounts on Lowest Pri…
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(0:10): 88-Year-Old Iwao Hakamada Acquitted After 50 Years on Death Row; Exposes Flaws in Japan's Justice System (2:04): Climate Change Drives Soaring Insurance Costs: Homeowners Face Reduced Coverage and Skyrocketing Premiums (4:17): Japan Sends Destroyer Through Taiwan Strait in Historic Move Amid Rising Tensions with China (6:18): Russia Equips …
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On Sept. 19, the Vatican officially recognized Medjugorje as a place of pilgrimage and popular piety, stopping short of confirming the supernatural origin of the apparitions. The next day, Pope Francis, in a fiery speech to global grassroots organizers, criticized the wealthy for obstructing social justice and advocated for higher taxes on billiona…
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(0:10): Zurich Hosts UCI Road World Championships: Evenepoel and Pogacar Lead Star-Studded Cyclist Lineup (2:19): Pope Francis to Visit Belgium: Commemorating University, Meeting Abuse Victims, and Tight Security Protocols (4:19): Swiss Police Detain Individuals After First Death Using Controversial 'Suicide Capsule' (6:12): National Rally Pushes P…
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(0:10): Pope Francis to Visit Belgium: Commemorating University, Meeting Abuse Victims, and Tight Security Protocols (2:13): Curfew Imposed in Martinique Amid Violent Protests Over Soaring Living Costs (4:05): Singapore Commissions Advanced Submarines to Boost Maritime Security and Regional Naval Presence (6:19): Swiss Police Detain Individuals Aft…
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In this episode of Hold Your Fire!, Richard speaks with Crisis Group experts Mairav Zonszein, Heiko Wimmen and Michael Hanna about the intensified Israeli strikes on Hizbollah militants in Lebanon and whether both sides can still step back from the brink of all-out war. They unpack calculations on both sides, why Israel has ramped up attacks recent…
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(0:10): French Government Faces Protests, Criticism Over Hardline Policies and Political Faction Favoritism (2:04): Italy Resumes Issuing Millions in Traffic Fines to Foreign Drivers After Resolving Data Exchange Issues (4:15): Berlin to Paris in 8 Hours: New High-Speed Train Service Launches December 2023 (6:19): France Slaps €8 Million Fines on P…
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(0:10): French Government Faces Protests, Criticism Over Hardline Policies and Political Faction Favoritism (2:13): China Accuses Taiwan-Backed Hackers of Cyberattacks Amid Rising Cross-Strait Tensions (4:13): Ex-Singapore Transport Minister Pleads Guilty to Graft Charges Amid High-Stakes Trial (6:26): Zelensky Unveils 'Victory Plan' in U.S. Amid E…
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