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Latest Episodes
Donald Trump’s energy ceasefire collapses: What next for the war in Ukraine?
As Trump rebukes Ukraine for resuming attacks on an oil refinery in response to Russian strikes, we speak to a former Ukrainian ambassador about how negotiating with Russia has changed.
EU budget showdown: Is a breakthrough possible?
EU leaders gather in Brussels, hoping to find a way forward for the bloc’s next budget. Is there room for manoeuvre? Plus: Giorgia Meloni criticises Donald Trump’s Russia diesel deal and Frieze London opens to the public.
Volodymyr Zelensky in the UK after deadly overnight attacks
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky meets UK prime minister Andy Burnham in Downing Street as Russia strikes critical infrastructure in Kyiv.
IMF global economic forecast: bright spots and warnings
We dig into the latest global economic forecast and what it means for the world’s financial systems as the IMF warns of ‘resilience under strain’.
Protests in New Delhi: Is Modi now facing an insurmountable political crisis?
Monocle and Hitachi Energy host a series of exclusive events in New Delhi featuring our editors and invited experts. Then: what’s getting everyone revved up at the Paris Motor Show? Plus: The CEO of Dubai Airports explains how the Gulf can make it through an increasingly turbulent period.
South African Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay wins the Nobel Peace Prize
We’re in Oslo as the Nobel Institute recognises the achievements of the former UN rights chief and ICJ judge who stood up against apartheid. Plus: Anthony Vaccarello leaves Saint Laurent.
Houthis claim Riyadh attacks and Italy approves controversial electoral-reform law
We get the latest from our Gulf correspondent as explosions hit the Saudi capital. Then: Italy prime minister Giorgia Meloni secures final approval for electoral overhaul. And: the latest on protests in Paris.
Mail-in or early voting? How to get votes in ahead of the US midterm elections
As Donald Trump sows doubt about mail-in voting, Republicans face a dilemma. Then: France roils European bond markets. Plus: Jesper Brodin of the Earthshot prize.
France’s day of demonstration
As students, teachers and parents blockade schools across France, we speak to Anita Riotta in Paris. Plus: We review the Chanel show at Paris Fashion Week and speak with Éternel Parisien founder Gilles Rosier.
Spain calls a snap election and Brazil heads to a runoff
Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, calls an early election amid widespread housing protests. Plus: right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro wins the first round of elections in Brazil but fails to secure an outright majority.
