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Al Jazeera


The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.


The Inside Story Podcast

That's come after the Senate failed to agree on extending federal spending. Hundreds of thousands of employees are affected. But how is it being felt across the country? And what is it costing the economy?
 
In this episode: 
 
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Eric Ham - Political Analyst and Author of ‘The GOP Civil War: Inside the Battle for the Soul of the Republican Party’.
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Drew Friedman - Reporter at Federal News Network focusing on federal workforce, pay and benefits.
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Rina Shah - Political Strategist and Former Senior Congressional Adviser.
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Host: Dareen Abughaida
 
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What's the impact of the first government shutdown in the US in seven years?

European leaders meet to discuss Russia and the Ukraine war - after a surge in attacks by both sides in September. More sanctions are under discussion - and new defences against Russian drones. So what next for peace efforts - or are Russia and Europe moving closer to conflict?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Mattia Nelles - CEO and co-founder of the German-Ukrainian Bureau.
 • Eldar Mamedov - Non-Resident Fellow at the Quincy Institute, former Latvian diplomat and former foreign policy adviser in the European Parliament. 
 • Alexey Muraviev - Associate Professor of National Security and Strategic Studies at Curtin University in Perth, Australia. 
 
Host: Dareen Abughaida
 
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Are Russia and Europe moving closer to conflict?

A vital speech for UK prime minister Keir Starmer to rally his party - hoping to reverse dismal poll ratings a year on from a huge election win. Immigration policy and the right-wing Reform UK party pose serious challenges. Can Starmer overcome them - and if not, what next? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Patrick Diamond - Professor in Public Policy at Queen Mary University of London.
 • Jennifer Nadel - Political Communications Strategist and co-founder of Compassion in Politics.
 • Michael Walker - Contributing Editor at Novara Media.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Are the UK's Keir Starmer's political days numbered?

A 20-point plan unveiled by US President Donald Trump to end the war on Gaza with Israel's prime minister by his side. It's been welcomed internationally while Hamas studies the details. So, what's on the table? And what does it mean for Palestinians? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Salman Shaikh, Founder, The Shaikh Group. 
 • Mustafa Barghouti, Secretary General, Palestinian National Initiative. 
 • Nomi Bar-Yaacov, Associate Fellow, Geneva Centre for Security Policy.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Can Trump's new plan end Israel's genocide in Gaza?

Calls for Israel to be banned from global sports and cultural competitions are growing. Many argue it should not take part in international events while committing genocide in Gaza. With next year's World Cup and Eurovision Song Contest on the line, what's the case for and against barring Israel? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Ashish Prashar, Campaign Director, Game Over Israel campaign. 
 • Dan Perry, Former Editor, Associated Press. 
 • Andrew Feinstein, Anti-apartheid Activist. 
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Should Israel be banned from international sport events?

Iran is once again under pressure for its nuclear programme. The UN has reimposed sanctions that were lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal. Tehran insists its programme is peaceful, but Western countries say it's not. So, what's next in this long-standing crisis? And does diplomacy still stand a chance?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Ellie Geranmayeh, Senior Policy Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations. 
 • Mark Fitzpatrick, Associate Fellow, International Institute for Strategic Studies.
 • Marzie Khalilian, Iranian Political Analyst.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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What are the implications of the UN reimposing sanctions on Iran?

Israel has spied on millions of Palestinians using Microsoft's powerful technology. Now, the high-tech giant says it's cancelled some of its services to the Israeli army. But as the military expands its devastating war on Gaza, is this move enough? And will it make any difference on the ground?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Rob Pegoraro - Technology journalist and Analyst.
 • Taghreed El-Khodary - Palestinian journalist and Analyst.
 • Kenneth Roth - Former Executive Director of Human Rights Watch.
 
Host: Neave Barker
 
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Can Microsoft’s move to cut ties with the Israeli army make a difference in Gaza?

Reviving ties between Turkiye and the U.S. Donald Trump hints at lifting sanctions on Ankara buying F-35 jets during a meeting with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. In return, Turkiye is urged to stop buying Russian oil. So, can this lead to a closer alignment between Washington and Ankara?
 
In this episode: 
 
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Alan Makovsky - senior policy analyst and former staff member of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee.
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Ahmad Shahidov - political analyst and regional affairs commentator and expert on the Caucasus region.
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Barin Kayaoglu - an academic and commentator on international relations.
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Host: Neave Barker
 
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Can Trump’s offer to lift sanctions bring Turkiye and the US closer?

Will Donald Trump's plan for Gaza work? The U.S. President has presented a proposal to end Israel's war on the strip. And he's secured firm support from regional leaders. But what about the two main players: Hamas and Israel?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Thomas Warrick - former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Counterterrorism Policy.
 • Daoud Kuttab - journalist and columnist.
 • Faisal Abdulhameed al-Mudahka - Editor-in-Chief of the Gulf Times 
 
Host: Bernard Smith
 
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Will Donald Trump's plan for Gaza work?

Contrasting speeches and world visions at the United Nations General Assembly. Attacks on the validity of the UN from US President Donald Trump before he met other world leaders there to discuss Gaza and Ukraine. So, how important is the UN General Assembly in today's world? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Ravi Agrawal, Editor in Chief, Foreign Policy. 
 • Maleeha Lodhi, Former Pakistani Ambassador to the United Nations. 
 • Mark Seddon, Director, Centre for United Nations Studies, University of Buckingham.
 
Host: Bernard Smith
 
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How important is the UN General Assembly in today's world?

Xi Jinping has rallied south-east Asian nations against Donald Trump's trade war, uniting them against what he calls 'unilateral bullying' by the U.S. So, did he succeed in winning support against America's sweeping tariffs?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Shaun Rein, Director, China Market Research Group.
 • Deborah Elms, Head of Trade Policy at Hinrich Foundation.
 • Paolo Von Schirach, President of Global Policy Institute. 
 
Host: Dareen Abughaida
 
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Why is Xi Jinping rallying Asian nations against Donald Trump?

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