The Briefing
A fast-paced news round-up with expert reporting, business insights, and industry updates on technology, aviation, retail, and media. Anchored from London.
Latest Episodes
The view from Beirut on Israel’s deadly strikes. And: Hungary’s pivotal elections
Israel has killed more than 300 people in Lebanon since the ceasefire. We head to Beirut for the latest. Then: Europe watches on as Hungary heads to the polls. Plus: New York City mayor Mamdani’s first 100 days.
US-Iran ceasefire tested by deadly Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Fractures emerge between the US and Iran as negotiators head to Pakistan for talks. Tehran demands an end to attacks in Lebanon while Washington says that wasn’t part of the deal.
Keir Starmer heads to the Gulf after the US and Iran agree to a ceasefire
We discuss reactions to the 11th-hour ceasefire between Iran and the US as the UK prime minister prepares to meet Gulf leaders for discussions about reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump’s Iran deadline approaches and JD Vance visits Hungary to bolster Victor Orbán’s election chances
There’s little sign of a breakthrough as US president Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to agree a deal or face devastating infrastructure attacks looms. Plus: Orbán faces a tough election, will a visit by US vice-president JD Vance help?
Asia’s worsening fuel crisis: a sign of what’s to come for Europe?
As the US-Israel war on Iran continues to send shockwaves across oil markets, we discuss how Asia is coping and what it might mean for Europe. Then: elections in Latin America and newspapers from Switzerland.
Is Donald Trump starting to fire his cabinet?
Could the departure of Pam Bondi herald the start of a greater cabinet reshuffle? Plus: a look at life on the Ukrainian frontlines with Anastacia Galouchka, and Asia news with Tom Webb.
How would ending birthright citizenship change American society?
In a presidential first, Donald Trump attended the Supreme Court hearing on the changes to birthright citizenship that his administration is pushing for. Will the conservative-majority justices rule against him?
Ukraine’s Easter truce proposal and Israel’s death-penalty bill for Palestinians
Ukraine marks a grim anniversary in Bucha and pledges an Easter ceasefire. Then: international outcry over Israel’s new death-penalty bill for Palestinians. Plus: Nic Monisse with some exciting design news.
Iran hits Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai – are energy targets now fair game?
Iran appears to be calling Donald Trump’s bluff by reportedly striking a Kuwaiti oil. Are energy targets now on the table? Plus: London looks to revitalise its fashion-capital status. And: Eurovision heads east.
A new front in the Middle East as Houthis enter the conflict
Iran-backed Houthis have launched missiles against Israel. We discuss their control over Yemen’s Red Sea coastline and how their involvement could change the conflict. Plus: artist Tim Yip on his show at Art Basel Hong Kong.
