Iran: The Latest
The Telegraph
Iran: The Latest is The Telegraph’s defence, security and foreign affairs news podcast providing deep-dive analysis on the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel and Iran. Veteran foreign correspondents Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you the latest updates from The Telegraph’s award-winning journalists, plus exclusive interviews with world-class experts in military strategy, international relations, and Middle East policy.From attacks on the Gulf to Hezbollah in Lebanon to the Houthis in Yemen to the threat of nuclear escalation, stay informed with the best of The Telegraph’s Middle East coverage in one place. As the geopolitical landscape shifts, subscribe for essential updates on the security shifts defining our global future.Every Wednesday on Battle Lines: Global Health Security they’re joined by Arthur Scott-Geddes to look at the intersection between health and security, from bioweapons to warzone diseases to frontline medicine. You can watch these episodes here.Battle Lines, a defence podcast with a wider scope and created by David Knowles, previously lived on this feed. Don’t forget to follow and leave a review to stay updated on the latest in global conflict and foreign affairs.Battle Lines: Global Health Security is supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 37min
Blood, chaos and suffering: Six month anniversary of the Israel-Gaza war
In this episode of Battle Lines, we reflect on the upcoming 6 month anniversary of the October 7th attacks in Israel that sparked an invasion of Gaza. We speak to the Telegraph’s Middle East Correspondent Nataliya Vasilyeva and Senior Foreign Correspondent Sophia Yan as they reflect on the past 6 months and what the future holds for Israel, Hamas, and a Palestinian state.ContributorsDavid Knowles (Host) @djknowles22 on XNataliya Vasilyeva (Middle East Correspondent) @Nat_Vasilyeva on X. Sophia Yan (Senior Foreign Correspondent) @sophia_yan on XRead‘I tried to scrub the smell of death off my body...’: A war reporter’s Israel-Hamas diary by Nataliya VasilyevaFor 3 months access to The Telegraph for just £1: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/audio |Email: battlelines@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 29, 2024 • 46min
China's hacking campaign exposed, the Baltic states prepare for war & Tensions rise between Armenia and Azerbaijan
Experts discuss China's hacking campaign, Baltic states' defense measures against Russia, and tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Topics cover Chinese cyber tactics, Baltic defense preparedness, sentiments along Russia's border, and challenges in the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict.
Mar 27, 2024 • 22min
How would the EU react to a nuclear strike by Russia?
Former advisor to Angela Merkel's government, Professor James Davis, discusses the potential EU reaction to a nuclear strike by Russia. They explore the implications on global stability, Russia's nuclear strategy, and the feasibility of an EU nuclear deterrent. The conversation delves into deterrence strategies, nuclear weapon testing, and the broader consequences of a nuclear conflict.
Mar 22, 2024 • 37min
Famine in Gaza, Mongolia's valuable resources, Hong Kong's controversial new law
On this episode of Battle lines we talk to our Middle Eastern correspondent Nataliya Vasilyeva about the second raid on Gaza’s Al Shifa hospital. We’re also joined by our Global Health reporter Lilia Sebouai to discuss this week’s stark famine warning and what can be done to prevent thousands of Palestinians from dying of hunger. Then we hear from our Asia correspondent Nicola Smith about one of her most intrepid reporting trips yet - to the steppes of Mongolia. She also talks about a new national security law in Hong Kong - and why it means troubles for newspaper lovers and priests alike.Contributors:Venetia Rainey (Host, Weekend Foreign Editor) @venetiarainey on XNataliya Vasilyeva (Middle East Correspondent) @Nat_Vasilyeva on X. Lilia Sebouai (Global Health Reporter) @liliasebouai on XNicola Smith (Nicola Smith) @niccijsmith on XFor 3 months access to The Telegraph for just £1: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/audio |Email: battlelines@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 15, 2024 • 41min
The war on Ecuador's gangs, famine in Sudan, captivity in Hamas' tunnels
On this episode of Battle lines we talk to South America correspondent Mat Charles about meeting child gang members at the forefront of an explosion of violence in Ecuador. Then we hear from our Africa correspondent Ben Farmer about why the nearly year-long war in Sudan might be entering a new phase. Finally, Brussels correspondent Joe Barnes takes us into a recreation of the Hamas tunnels where Israelis were kept and we hear from a hostage about what it was like. Contributors:Venetia Rainey (Host, Weekend Foreign Editor) @venetiarainey on XMat Charles (South American correspondent) @mat_charles_ on XBen Farmer (Africa correspondent) @benfarmerDT on XJoe Barnes (Brussels correspondent0 @Barnes_Joe on XWatch:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/03/02/ecuador-noboa-gangs-drugs-police-crackdown-prisons/ by Matthew CharlesFor 3 months access to The Telegraph for just £1: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/audio |Email: battlelines@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 8, 2024 • 40min
Trump dominates Super Tuesday, Ramadan during war, chaos in Haiti
On this episode of Battle lines we talk to our US editor Tony Diver about Super Tuesday and why it could mean unrest in America and abroad. Then we hear from Nataliya Vasilyeva, our Middle Correspondent, who has been revisiting the south of Israel to reflect on what has changed since those dark days following the October 7 attack by Hamas. Finally, South America correspondent Simeon Tegel gives us the lowdown on what’s happening in Haiti and why the man at the centre of the violence is known as Barbecue.Contributors:Venetia Rainey (Host, Weekend Foreign Editor) @venetiarainey on XNataliya Vasilyeva (Middle East Correspondent) @Nat_Vasilyeva on X. Tony Diver (US Editor) @Tony_Diver on XSimeon Tegel (South America Correspondent) @SimeonTegelRead:Haiti’s ‘Barbecue’ gang leader warns of genocide unless prime minister Ariel Henry steps down by Simeon TegelFor 3 months access to The Telegraph for just £1: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/audio |Email: battlelines@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 1, 2024 • 31min
Israel ceasefire & a mother's dilemma over fleeing Gaza
On this episode of Battle Lines, Middle East correspondent in Jerusalem Nataliya Vasilyeva talks to Venetia Rainey about ongoing ceasefire talks and whether a deal is really as close as Joe Biden claimed. Then we hear from Jumana Shahin, a mother of one who is stuck in central Gaza and facing the hardest decision of her life: should she try to escape with her family or stay behind to help her people?Contributors:Venetia Rainey (Host, Weekend Foreign Editor) @venetiarainey on XNataliya Vasilyeva (Middle East Correspondent) @Nat_Vasilyeva on X. Jumana Shahin https://www.instagram.com/jumana.shahin/For 3 months access to The Telegraph for just £1: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/audio |Email: battlelines@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 34min
The Kremlin's Cold War bid for global power
Discover the Kremlin's Cold War strategies, insights into Soviet leaders' mindsets, and historical anecdotes like Stalin's permission for the Korean invasion. Uncover untold stories from newly discovered documents and the impact of individual leaders on global events.
Feb 23, 2024 • 29min
Invasion of Rafah, US push for ceasefire & two years of war in Ukraine
In this episode of Battle Lines, Senior Foreign Correspondent Sophia Yan tells us about Israel's plans for an invasion of Rafah, the humanitarian crisis in the north, and where China stands on a ceasefire. Then we speak to Deputy US Editor Rozina Sabur about the US push for a ceasefire. Finally we check in with David Knowles who is in Kyiv as the second year anniversary of the Russian invasion is upon us.Contributors:Venetia Rainey (Host, Weekend Foreign Editor) @venetiarainey on XSophia Yan (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @sophia_yan on X.Rozina Sabur (Deputy US Editor) @Rozinasabur on X.David Knowles (Host) @djknowles22 on X.For 3 months access to The Telegraph for just £1: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/audio |Email: battlelines@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 16, 2024 • 24min
Pakistan's political turmoil & US plan for a Palestinian state
In this episode of Battle Lines, Foreign correspondent Ben Farmer updates us on Pakistan's elections and what they mean for the country's political and economic future. Then we speak to Middle East correspondent Nataliya Vasilyeva about talks of a US peace plan involving a Palestinian state, while Israel plans an imminent invasion of Rafah in the south.Contributors:David Knowles (Host) @djknowles22 on X.Nataliya Vasilyeva (Middle East Correspondent) @Nat_Vasilyeva on X.Ben Farmer (Foreign Correspondent) @BenFarmerDT on X.Read Pakistan army chief hails election success despite unrest and vote-rigging allegations by Ben Farmer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
