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Latest Episodes
Gaza’s Rafah crossing to reopen and the ‘mother of all deals’ agreed between EU and India
Israel says that it will reopen the key border crossing with Egypt after nearly two years. Then: we look into the details of the landmark free-trade agreement between India and the EU. Plus: the latest from Mozambique as the country suffers ongoing floods. And: K-pop soft power in Mexico.
European commitment to renewable energy and security cooperation in the North Sea
Ten countries, including the UK, back a vast fleet of offshore wind projects in the North Sea and outline security co-operation. Then: Life in Iran, and high jewellery at Paris Couture Week.
Japan dissolves parliament: Will the gamble pay off?
Japan prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s 12-day election campaign gets under way. And: why Ukrainian Fashion Week has been rescheduled.
Wrapping the week in Davos: Greenland, Ukraine and Trump’s Board of Peace
We analyse a furious week of heavyweight diplomacy and conflict at the World Economic Forum in Davos, including Donald Trump, Mark Carney’s ‘rupture’, Greenland and Ukraine-Russia peace talks. Juliet Linley and Gorana Grgić tell us how the world order is changing.
Trump climbs down from escalating Greenland threats
The US president announces a ‘framework of a future deal’ on Greenland but details are thin. Then: we check in from day four of the World Economic Forum in Davos and speak to the mayor of Nuuk. Plus: the latest in the world of culture.
Will anyone stand up to Donald Trump at Davos?
Trump is set to appear at Davos as he continues to undermine key allies. Then: Spain in mourning after deadly train crash and Syria’s fragile ceasefire hangs in the balance. Plus: Dispatches from Nuuk and LVMH Watch Week.
Trump’s first year back: Is he making America great again?
At its one-year mark, we assess the Trump’s administration’s global impact. Plus: we join our team in Nuuk for the latest in Greenland and head to the World Economic Forum in Davos.
The World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos
As the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum begins, we unpack this year’s theme of dialogue amid geopolitical tensions. Plus: the big moments of Milano Fashion Week.
Could Trump send the US military to quell protests in Minnesota?
The US president threatens to invoke the “Insurrection Act” in Minnesota. Plus: How Thailand and Brazil view a US pause on visas, Greece’s civil aviation head resigns and tropical fruit farming comes to Sicily.
Iran threatens retaliation for any US strikes as American troops are evacuated from Middle East bases
Is a US strike on Iran imminent? Our Gulf correspondent joins to detail what US evacuations from key bases in the Middle East signals. Then: foreign ministers from Greenland and Denmark at the White House. Plus: our design editor on the highlights at Maison&Objet.
