Stephen Diel

Stephen Diel, Russia analyst with regional security expertise, and Patty Cohen, NYT global economics correspondent, discuss Putin’s warning to Armenia and how Russia’s war posture shapes threats. They examine Armenia’s limited options, the politics around opposition figures, UNESCO’s role in protecting heritage, and India’s contentious census and caste questions.

Georgia Scaturo, a London-based reporter on European politics, and Stephen Diel, a knowledgeable Russia analyst, dive into the complexities of engaging with Russia amidst its intensified bombardment of Ukraine. They discuss the delicate balance Europe must strike between sanctions and energy needs, highlighting leaders like Macron and Meloni. The duo also explores the implications of the recent EU-Mercosur trade deal and the shifting dynamics of US influence in Latin America, all while raising concerns about the broader geopolitical landscape.

Tim Abrams, architecture writer covering museum reopenings and urban design. Lynn O'Donnell, foreign policy columnist with reporting from conflict zones. Stephen Diel, Russia analyst on NATO and the Ukraine war. Oscar Guardiola-Rivero, international law professor and Colombia-US commentator. They discuss Petro at the White House, drug‑trafficking agreements and regional security, NATO credibility and Kyiv visits, unrest in Balochistan, and major architectural projects.