Asma Khalid

Olivier Knox, a senior national correspondent, joins Steve Clemens, editor-at-large at The National Interest, Zoe Clark from Michigan Public, journalist Asma Khalid, national security reporter Alex Ward, and Greg Karlstrom from The Economist. They dive into the controversial ICE operations in Minnesota, analyze Trump's threats regarding Greenland, and discuss the Iranian protests amidst a bloody crackdown. The panel also addresses the strained peace talks in Ukraine and the significant implications of U.S. foreign policy on global alliances.

Asma Khalid is a US-based BBC correspondent and co-presenter of The Global Story, offering insights into US foreign policy, while Vanessa Buschschlüter is the BBC's Latin America and Caribbean editor focusing on Venezuela. They discuss escalating US-Venezuela tensions, including recent military actions and political roots of the crisis. Asma highlights the Trump administration's intensified pressure, while Vanessa examines oil's role in the conflict. The duo delves into the implications for international diplomacy and the potential for further escalation.

Anthony Zurcher, a Senior North America correspondent, dissects the political landscape around Trump's potential return. Asma Khalid shares insights on electoral risks for Republicans and the internal debates within the Democratic Party. Faisal Islam examines the economic implications of new tariffs and the rise of AI in the market. Laura Bicker reports on China's tech ambitions and the ongoing Taiwan tensions. Meanwhile, Lyse Doucet highlights fragile peace prospects in Ukraine and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan.

Joe Pike, Westminster political correspondent; Hugh Pym, health editor; Sean Coughlan, royal correspondent; and Asma Khalid, US politics reporter. They discuss King Charles’s confirmed US state visit and the palace’s careful diplomatic signalling. They cover Trump’s provocative comments and how royals might steer clear of hot topics. They also examine the PM’s 48‑hour ultimatum to doctors, training places at risk, and the stakes for NHS strikes and election politics.

Greg Karlstrom, Middle East correspondent covering Iran, Israel, and Gaza. Akbar Shahid Ahmed, diplomatic reporter on U.S. negotiations. Asma Khalid, international reporter with global context. Taylor Poplar, White House political reporter. Megan Scully, Congress editor on Senate dynamics. Alana Shore, Washington editor on legal and enforcement issues. They discuss federal law enforcement moves, airspace and interagency breakdowns, congressional fights over DHS funding, Israel-Iran diplomacy, and international security shifts.