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South Korea’s pre-election turmoil and a look ahead to the World Economic Forum

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9 January 2024

Episode 3241

58 minutes

We ask Nik Gowing whether the Israel-Gaza war could spark a wider conflict in the region – and beyond. Plus: Steven Borowiec updates us on South Korea’s political crisis ahead of national elections and, with less than a week to go, we look ahead to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos.

9 January 2024

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Iran in the shadows of the Israel-Hamas war

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Iran’s proxies are attacking Israel from many angles. The country’s nuclear programme has been revived and Tehran has the support of Russia and China. Aware of this, the US is concerned about a broader conflict. Top diplomat Antony Blinken is currently touring the region as tensions mount between Lebanon and Israel along their shared border. Will diplomacy be enough to prevent escalation?

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