Michael Evans
Defence contributor for The Times and former Pentagon correspondent in Washington, with decades of experience covering conflicts such as Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
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Mar 4, 2026 • 32min
Could the UK get dragged into war with Iran?
General Sir Patrick Sanders, former head of the British Army, offers strategic military perspective. Michael Evans, longtime defence correspondent, draws on decades covering conflicts. They discuss the UK allowing US use of bases, intercepting Iranian drones and a possible warship to Cyprus. They debate how political pressure, limited military options and escalation risks could draw Britain deeper into the crisis.
Jan 8, 2026 • 33min
Greenland, Colombia, Mexico: where will Trump strike next?
In this discussion, Michael Evans, an experienced defense journalist, and Mogens Lykketoft, former Danish foreign minister, dive into the recent geopolitical maneuvers by Donald Trump. They analyze Trump's focus on Greenland, Colombia, and Mexico while unpacking the implications of the revived 'Donroe Doctrine.' Evans connects past U.S. interventions in Latin America to current strategies, while Lykketoft highlights threats to Danish sovereignty and warns of NATO stability. Their insights reveal the potential risks and global reactions to America's foreign policy direction.
