Amanpour

This could be a crucial week for the war in Ukraine, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky each in Saudi Arabia for talks on the future of the war. It comes at a fraught time, after the Trump administration dealt Kyiv a number of serious blows, all while Kyiv is still fending off Russia’s aggression. Admiral James Stavridis, formerly NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander, joins to discuss. Also on today's show: Rim Turkmani, Director, LSE Syria Conflict Research Program; Ann Olivarius, Chair and Senior Partner, McAllister Olivarius; Reid Hoffman, Co-founder, LinkedIn  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: As Trump turns the world order on its head, cutting off Ukraine and cozying up to Russia, we get the view from Kyiv with former defense administrator Andriy Zagorodnyuk.Then: Trump’s opposition weighs in. Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton.And: As the Supreme Court rules Trump must unfreeze foreign aid, a reality check on the most desperate: the women and children of Afghanistan.Plus: Two states, one homeland. A path forward in the Middle East with Palestinian and Israeli peace activists.Also: It’s International Women’s Day. From the archive, the view from Afghanistan under the Taliban. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Pressman, former U.S. ambassador to Hungary, discusses the rise of authoritarianism and its unsettling connections to U.S. politics. Joe Murphy and Stephen Kunken share insights on their play 'Kyoto,' portraying climate negotiations and the oil lobby's influence. Travel writer Rick Steves reflects on his adventures along the Hippie Trail, emphasizing travel’s role in fostering peace and cultural understanding. Together, they explore pressing political and environmental issues through engaging storytelling and personal experiences.

President Trump's on-again, off-again tariffs have prompted Canadian store owners to take American products off the shelves, and sports fans are booing the US national anthem. Canadians are also outraged by Trump's repeated taunt to make their country the 51st state, and there are even reports the US might kick it out of the "Five Eyes" intelligence alliance. To discuss all this, Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly joins the show from Toronto. Also on today's show: former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; May Pundak & Rula Hardal, co-directors of the NGO "A Land for All"; Frank Sesno, professor at the GW School of Media and Public Affairs  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night, President Trump acknowledged that there will be "a little disturbance" ahead. The theme was meant to be the "Renewal of the American Dream," but instead he doubled down on his plan to break up the global economic order. One of the attendees of last night's address was Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton and he joins the show from Washington. Also on today's show: former Washington Post Executive Editor Marty Baron; author Elaine Weiss ("Spell Freedom")  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexander Vindman, former NSC Director of European Affairs and whistleblower on Trump's Ukraine policy, shares insights from his book, "The Folly of Realism," discussing the critical need for consistent U.S. support for Ukraine against Russian aggression. Mary T. Bassett highlights alarming vaccination skepticism in the U.S. and calls for urgent public health reform. Marc Short offers an inside perspective on trade policies during the Trump administration, while J.D. Vance weighs in on the controversial Ukraine policy, complicating the discussion on U.S. foreign relations.

Sir Malcolm Rifkind, a former UK foreign secretary, shares insights on Britain's shifting role in the Ukraine conflict. Alexander Stubb, President of Finland, discusses Europe's strategy to support Ukraine in light of diminishing U.S. involvement. Ukrainian journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk provides a poignant on-the-ground perspective, highlighting the resilience of her country amidst the turmoil. The conversation addresses the complexities of shifting alliances, the urgency for international support, and the human cost of ongoing aggression.

First: Zelensky joins a parade of European leaders at the White House this week, wheeling and dealing over the security of Ukraine and the whole continent.Then: With the future of the US-European alliance on the line, Britain’s former defense secretary, Ben Wallace, discusses what happens when you’re played by Putin.And: Grief and pain as Israel buries the Bibas family, finally at home.Plus: Behind the scenes thriller, "Kyoto," brings the high-stakes drama of climate diplomacy to the stage.Also: From my archives, Bucha and what remains.Finally: The Oscars this weekend. The inability of one contender to find a US distributor.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the five weeks since his second inauguration, President Trump has been flooding the zone with executive order after executive order, while slashing federal agencies with help from Elon Musk. But is this style of governing finally reaching resistance? Marc Short, former Chief of Staff to Vice President Mike Pence, brings an insider view. Also on today's show: playwright Joe Murphy and actor Stephen Kunken on "Kyoto"; ACLU LGBTQ & HIV Rights Project Co-Director Chase Strangio  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sir Peter Westmacott, former UK Ambassador to the US, dives into the evolving US-UK special relationship amidst recent political shifts. Oleksii Reznikov, ex-Ukrainian Defense Minister, discusses crucial negotiations with Russia and the importance of US support for Ukraine's security. Additionally, grief expert David Kessler shares insights on processing individual and collective grief during turmoil. Their conversation highlights the significance of emotional resilience in the face of global challenges.