World Review with Ivo Daalder

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Israel during a trip across the Middle East, in an effort to reduce tensions in the region. Meanwhile, groups backed by Iran have escalated attacks in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, and on international ships in the Red Sea. Plus, how Taiwan's upcoming election could shake up U.S.-China relations even more. Karen DeYoung, Steve Erlanger, and Prashant Rao join World Review with Ivo Daalder to examine these issues. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Major foreign policy issues continue to unfold around the world, from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war to Israel's war with Hamas. More than 60 countries head to the polls this year, including Taiwan, which the U.S. and China are following closely. Plus, populism is on the rise globally. Susan Glasser, Stefan Kornelius, and Peter Spiegel join the Councils' Ivo Daalder to discuss stories that will dominate the headlines in 2024. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

From Ukraine to Gaza, Yasmeen Abutaleb, Carla Anne Robbins, and Nahal Toosi join World Review with Ivo Daalder to discuss the events that shaped our world this year, and what lies ahead in the pivotal 2024 election year that could shape global order. Plus, is U.S. pressure on Israel working? Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky makes a plea to Congress for more U.S. aid to fight Russia, though chances of passing a deal hang in the balance. The divide between President Joe Biden and Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu widens after Biden warns that Israel is losing international support for its war against Hamas. And Poland elects a new Prime Minister, ending eight years of conservative rule. Deborah Amos, Jamil Anderlini, and Peter Spiegel join the Council's Ivo Daalder on this week's World Review to discuss these issues. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

The Israeli military expanded its offensive into southern Gaza, displacing many Palestinians who already fled northern Gaza. As the humanitarian crisis worsens, so does international criticism of Israel’s response. Republicans in the U.S. Senate block aid to Ukraine in protest over border security improvements. Plus, the rapid rise of A.I. and what lies ahead in 2024. The Council's Ivo Daalder hosts World Review with Ryan Heath and Giles Whittell for a discussion on these issues. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

As the temporary truce in Gaza extends into the seventh day, Netanyahu faces mounting pressure to secure the release of all Israeli hostages and continue Israel’s assault on Gaza. The War in Ukraine is headed toward a stalemate until one side can rebuild and generate a meaningful offensive. And the U.N.'s COP28 Summit begins this week in Dubai, with the future of fossil fuels and meat consumption taking center stage. The Council's Ivo Daalder unpacks these issues and more with Yasmeen Abutaleb, Nirmal Ghosh, and Prashant Rao on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Despite international outcry for a ceasefire, the Israel-Hamas war rages on as Israel’s ground offensive escalates. Friction between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu widens as they try to find common ground over the future of Gaza. And with U.S.-China relations at a 40-year low, Biden meets with China's President Xi in an effort to ease tensions. The Council's Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Susan Glasser, Stefan Kornelius, and Giles Whittell on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is coming under increasing pressure for one of the worst security failures in Israel’s history. With support dwindling, he issued a rare public apology but ultimately blamed Israeli defense and intelligence officials. Meanwhile, accusations that Israel and Hamas are violating international law prompted ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan to visit the Rafah crossing. Plus, UN Secretary-General António Guterres voiced his concern over the threat of a larger Middle East war. The Council's Ivo Daalder unpacks the unfolding conflict with Deborah Amos, Steven Erlanger, and Gideon Rachman on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

A widening conflict looms over the Middle East, with clashes at the Israel-Lebanon border and air strikes in Syria, Gaza, and the West Bank. The US has placed its forces on high alert, and the EU is calling for increased security amid concerns over a rise in antisemitic attacks. What could a potential escalation of the Israel-Hamas war mean for the region and Washington? The Council's Ivo Daalder discusses these issues with Karen DeYoung, Bobby Ghosh, and Giles Whittell on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, global protests have erupted following a Gaza Strip hospital explosion. The US embassy and Saudi Arabia have urged their citizens in Lebanon to leave amid clashes at the Israel-Lebanon border. Egypt is allowing the flow of aid into Gaza but its foreign ministry has also warned of consequences of Israeli escalation. Will the war remain a limited conflict or erupt into a larger Middle East war? Plus, the results of Poland’s recent election and what it means for the future of the country. The Council's Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Yasmeen Abutaleb, Stefan Kornelius, and Peter Spiegel on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe