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Trump’s Tariffs: The Beginning

5 april 2025 · 33 min

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Donald Trump’s baseline 10% tariffs come into force. Lees meer

Today, we’re back to tariffs. Now that the Trump administration's baseline 10% import tariffs have come into effect, what comes next for the global, US and UK economies?

Laura is joined by Americast’s Justin Webb and Stephanie Flanders, former BBC economics editor now at Bloomberg, to crunch the numbers and the politics driving them.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was hosted by Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Jon Bithrey and Bella Saltiel. The technical producer is Gareth Jones. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

The Week: Trump’s Tariffs

4 april 2025 · 30 min

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Adam, Chris, Alex and Gary discuss what the impact of President Trump’s tariffs could be on the UK. What it means for the unique case of Northern Ireland? And, what the American people make of it all? Lees meer

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Trump’s Tariffs: The Reaction

3 april 2025 · 29 min

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Today, we’re looking at how the global economy is responding to Trump’s tariffs announcement. Lees meer

Adam is joined by Dharshini David, deputy economics editor, and Ben Chu, BBC Verify policy and analysis correspondent, to talk about how the markets are reacting (in real time), how the tariffs were calculated and which household brands could be most impacted.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Shiler Mahmoudi. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Trump’s Tariffs: The Reveal

3 april 2025 · 28 min

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Today, we look at the tariffs Donald Trump has announced for the whole world on what he calls "liberation day". Lees meer

A universal 10% tariffs on all imports into the US will go into effect on 5 April, as the presidents explained with the help of a big card listing how each country will be effected.

Some countries and the EU are being charged more than the 10% base tariff.

Economics editor Faisal Islam joins Adam and Chris to go through the potential consequences.

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Trump’s Tariffs: The Preview

1 april 2025 · 35 min

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Today, we look at how the UK and the rest of the world have been bracing themselves for Trump’s sweeping global tariffs. Lees meer

The exact details of the tariffs remain unclear so leaders are left to wonder: how big is this going to be? Adam and Chris speak to Caitríona Perry, Chief Presenter for BBC News in DC about how Keir Starmer will balance the delicate line between the UK’s interests and it’s relationship with the US President.

And, people across the UK are seeing their bills going up. Financial Times journalist, Claer Barrett is in the studio to guide us through why this is happening and what we can do to lessen the blow.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Julia Webster and Shiler Mahmoudi. The technical producer was Philip Bull The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Au Revoir Marine Le Pen?

31 maart 2025 · 36 min

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Today, Marine Le Pen walked out of a Parisian courtroom after being found guilty of embezzling EU funds. Lees meer

Adam is joined by Katya Adler and Marion Soletty, Politico’s Editor-At-Large in France to unpack Le Pen’s first interview after the verdict in which she called the ruling a "political decision" and says she will appeal. They discuss the dramatic day in court, and what the National Rally party might do next.

And Chris has been talking to the Prime Minister about the Netflix drama Adolescence, after Keir Starmer hosted a roundtable at Downing Street with the show’s creators.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Shiler Mahmoudi and Julia Webster. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Why Would Justin Welby Forgive a Serial Child Abuser?

30 maart 2025 · 30 min

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Today, Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss Justin Welby’s first interview since resigning as Archbishop of Canterbury last year. Lees meer

He said he forgave the serial abuser John Smyth who was at the heart of the scandal that led to his resignation. In 2024 a damning review found that Welby "could and should" have done more to bring Smyth to justice.

Plus, we take a look at the week ahead for the economy, as bills are set to rise across the country and tariffs from President Trump may come into force.

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The Justin Welby Interview

30 maart 2025 · 40 min

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Laura's full interview with the former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby. In November, he became the first Archbishop to quit as a result of a scandal in the Church in more than 1,000 years, after a damning independent review found he did not follow up rigorously enough on reports about John Smyth, a serial abuser of children and young men. Lees meer

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The BBC Journalist Arrested in Turkey

29 maart 2025 · 34 min

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Today, Laura and Paddy speak to Mark Lowen, the BBC journalist who was deported from Turkey after being arrested in Istanbul. Lees meer

Mark had been there for several days to report on the ongoing protests that were sparked by the Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest last week. He tells about what happened to him and the political situation in the country.

And Laura tells us about her interview with Justin Welby. In November, he became the first Archbishop to quit as a result of a scandal in the Church in more than 1,000 years, after a damning independent review found he did not follow up rigorously enough on reports about John Smyth, a serial abuser of children and young men.

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The Week: Tariffs, Welfare Reform and Sue Gray speaks…

28 maart 2025 · 32 min

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Adam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss the impact of President Trump’s new 25% tariff on cars, whether Labour’s proposed welfare changes are more about balancing the budget than reforms, and Baroness Sue Gray has issued a warning in her maiden speech in the House of Lords about the language used around cuts to the civil service. Lees meer

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Shadow Chancellor Mel Unshelled on the Spring Statement

27 maart 2025 · 43 min

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Today, Adam is joined by Jeremy Bowen to discuss the summit taking place in Paris, where Europe’s leaders have united behind support for Ukraine and further sanctions against Russia. Lees meer

Plus, Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride is in the studio to give Adam and Chris his verdict on yesterday’s Spring Statement. And, it wouldn’t be Mel Stride on Newscast without a political sporting metaphors quiz.

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Everything You Need To Know About The Spring Statement

26 maart 2025 · 42 min

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Today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a set of measures aimed at restoring her fiscal headroom. Lees meer

Adam and Chris are joined by Faisal Islam and Dharshini David to unpack everything the Chancellor revealed today, including cuts to welfare spending. Plus we dive into the Office for Budget Responsibility’s forecast - and their many, many, charts.

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A Journalist Has Entered The Top Secret Military Chat

25 maart 2025 · 37 min

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Today, we look at the fall out after a journalist revealed that he had been mistakenly added to a groupchat where US security leaders were discussing air strikes in Yemen. Lees meer

Many of the security officials on the Signal app chat have been testifying at a worldwide threat assessment hearing in the Senate.

Adam is joined by BBC chief presenter in Washington Caitríona Perry and former Pentagon top US government security official Celeste Wallander.

Plus, a lawyer investigating former Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe has found "credible evidence" he and his staff mistreated two female team members. He denies the allegations. Chris is on to explain what’s happening.

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Talking About Talking About Peace Talks

24 maart 2025 · 38 min

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Today, delegates from the US and Russia are meeting for another round of talks on the war in Ukraine. Lees meer

The meeting follows Witkoff’s comments on Tucker Carson’s podcast over the weekend where he said President Putin is “not a bad guy” and questioned Ukraine’s claims to parts of its own country.

Adam is joined by North America editor Sarah Smith and diplomatic correspondent James Landale.

Plus, David Dimbleby tells Adam all about the free market revolution ahead of the release of his new podcast ‘Invisible Hands’.

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The Rachel Reeves Weekender: Civil Service Cuts Confirmed

23 maart 2025 · 29 min

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What could the Spring Statement mean for the UK? Lees meer

Today, Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss Laura’s interview with chancellor Rachel Reeves about proposed cuts to the civil service and welfare system.

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The BIG Rachel Reeves Weekender

22 maart 2025 · 25 min

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Today, Laura and Paddy look ahead to the Spring Statement after Rachel Reeves ruled out "tax and spend" policies, signalling that she will neither raise taxes nor government budgets. Lees meer

The chancellor has been speaking to Laura for a BBC documentary called ‘The Making of a Chancellor, which you can listen to on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00298hq

Also Paddy tries out a new metaphor.

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The Week: Defence Spending, Benefit Cuts and The Spring Statement

21 maart 2025 · 30 min

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Today, James and Chris are joined by Lucy Fisher from the FT and Stephanie Flanders from Bloomberg to discuss; whether the Prime Minister can convince the public that an increase in defence spending is needed, how the benefit cuts are being received and what to expect from the spring statement. Lees meer

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Why has Netanyahu Resumed the War?

20 maart 2025 · 25 min

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Today, we look at why Israel has "resumed combat in full force" against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Lees meer

Israeli aircraft launched massive airstrikes against what the military said were Hamas targets in Gaza, and ground operations have started again.

International editor Jeremy Bowen explains how domestic politics could be a factor in Israeli Prime Minister’s Benjamin Netanyahu decisions.

And as European leaders meet to discuss a plan for a potential ceasefire in Ukraine, Europe editor Katya Adler is on to talk about what NATO is already doing on the Russian border.

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Are Young Men in Crisis?

19 maart 2025 · 32 min

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Today, we look at the challenges being faced by young men and boys after the former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate said he fears they are spending too much time gaming, gambling and watching pornography. Lees meer

James and Alex are joined by Ed Davies, Policy Director of the think tank the Centre for Social Justice, and Ceylon Andi Hickman, director at Football Beyond Borders.

They discuss what’s driving the problem, which Southgate and the Centre for Social Justice says is a ‘crisis’.

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Labour’s Benefits Crackdown

18 maart 2025 · 48 min

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Today, we look at big changes to the benefits system which the government say aim to save £5bn a year by 2030. Lees meer

They were announced in the House of Commons by Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall who said the changes would create a more “pro-work system”. However, charities and some Labour MPs are worried benefit cuts will push disabled people into poverty. Alex and James talk through the changes with Chris, and then are joined by the pensions minister Torsten Bell.

And, President Putin has agreed to halt strikes on Ukraine energy targets for 30 days after a call with President Trump. The two men spoke for around 90 minutes, and fresh Ukraine peace talks will also begin in the Middle East immediately, the White House says. Alex and James are joined by Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet.

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Trump to Call Putin

17 maart 2025 · 40 min

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Today, President Trump has been speaking to journalists ahead of his phone call with Russia’s President Putin on Tuesday. Lees meer

Trump told reporters that the two men will discuss land and powerplants. James and Alex speak to BBC diplomatic correspondent James Landale in Kyiv where Ukrainian officials will be waiting to hear if the phone call brings Russia any closer to agreeing to a 30 day ceasefire deal outlined with the US last week.

Plus, as the government prepares to announce changes to the welfare system, James and Alex speak to Faisal Islam, BBC Economics editor about the underlying causes driving up welfare claims and what it has meant for the economy.

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Is The Government Backing Down Over Benefits?

16 maart 2025 · 23 min

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Today, we look at the news that ministers could abandon plans to freeze some disability benefits. Lees meer

Paddy, Laura and Henry discuss where the news came from, and what the plans were in the first place.

And, after a week in which Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced that he was getting rid of NHS England, they look at how he might be changing other parts of the health service.

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Starmer Starts Military Plans for Peace in Ukraine

15 maart 2025 · 33 min

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Today, Laura and Paddy discuss UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s virtual summit with the ‘coalition of the willing’. Lees meer

Downing Street say representatives from 26 countries joined the Prime Minister this morning to discuss bolstering support for Ukraine by moving military planning to an “operational phase”. But is Russia any closer to agreeing a ceasefire deal? And how strong is a coalition with no US backstop?

And, can Keir Starmer succeed in building coalition within his own party? Laura’s been looking at different Labour factions - and potential cabinet fall-outs - ahead of cuts to welfare spending to be announced next week.

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The Week: NHS Reforms, Benefit Battles and Tariff Tactics

14 maart 2025 · 30 min

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Today, Adam, Vicki, Faisal and Nick discuss Starmer’s attempts to speed up government, a possible fight over benefit changes and whether the PM is going to push back more on President Trump. Lees meer

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Starmer Scraps NHS England

13 maart 2025 · 31 min

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Today, Adam and Henry discuss Starmer’s announcement to abolish NHS England, which handles the day to day running of the health service and has been described by the government as the “world’s largest quango”. Lees meer

Health Secretary Wes Streeting is also on to talk about the plans and what they mean for healthcare in the UK.

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Trade Wars: EU Hits Back At Trump

12 maart 2025 · 37 min

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Today, we look at responses and retaliations to President Trump’s universal tariffs on steel and aluminium. Lees meer

Adam is joined by Caitríona Perry, Chief Presenter BBC News in Washington, and Dharshini David, chief economics correspondent to discuss retaliatory tariffs from the EU and Canada, as well as Keir Starmer’s response.

Plus, Russia is “studying” the proposed plan for a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine. Chris Steele, former head of the Russia Desk at MI6, discusses how the Kremlin will approach any negotiation.

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30-Day Ceasefire For Ukraine?

11 maart 2025 · 31 min

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Today, we look at Ukraine saying it is ready to accept a US proposal for an initial 30-day ceasefire. Lees meer

The decision comes after US and Ukrainian officials met in Saudi Arabia for talks. Washington will also immediately restore intelligence sharing and “security assistance” to Ukraine. Adam is joined by Lord Kim Darroch - Former British Ambassador to the US and Former UK National Security.

Plus, President Trump has ordered 50% tariffs on Canadian steel. It comes after the worst day of 2025 for US financial markets. Adam is joined by Faisal Islam, BBC economics editor to examine how the markets are reacting to the trade war, and why President Trump might be happy to take the risk.

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Trade Wars: The Return of Mark Carney

10 maart 2025 · 34 min

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Today, we look at the new Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, who has vowed to win a trade war with President Trump. Lees meer

Mark Carney, the former Governor of the Bank of England, will become the next Prime Minister of Canada after winning his party’s leadership contest. Carney will be sworn in, in the coming days and has vowed to win the trade war with US President Donald Trump. Adam speaks to Chris Giles, Economics Commentator at the FT and Jayme Poisson host of CBC’s Front Burner podcast.

And, Adam is joined by Alex to discuss more changes to the planning system being announced by the government. Plus, news of a first by-election for Keir Starmer to face after former Labour MP, now independent, Mike Amesbury announced he will resign at the “earliest opportunity”.

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State Reforms + the State of Reform

9 maart 2025 · 26 min

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Today, we hear from Ukrainians as their leader gets ready for another big week of peace talks and diplomacy. Lees meer

Laura, Paddy and Henry also discuss government plans to overhaul the civil service. Plus, they assess Reform UK’s “infighting” following the suspension of an MP.

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Is Trump the Best Thing to Happen to Starmer?

8 maart 2025 · 30 min

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Today, Laura and Paddy answer your questions about the war in Ukraine, President Trump’s tactics, and the possibilities of a peace deal. Lees meer

We also discuss Keir Starmer’s approach to global politics, and whether his "statesman-like" appearances on the global stage have helped him back home.

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The Week: Is Starmer’s Trump Strategy Working?

7 maart 2025 · 30 min

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Today, Adam, Chris, Caitríona and James discuss if Sir Keir Starmer’s strategy for President Trump is working? Plus, can the Prime Minister reconcile his international agenda with his domestic one?” Lees meer

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Summit To Talk About

6 maart 2025 · 35 min

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Today, we discuss the emergency EU summit taking place in Brussels. Lees meer

Adam catches up with Europe editor Katya Adler about the discussions taking place about how the EU can bolster their defence spending, as well as supporting Ukraine in the face of uncertainty with the US. And Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse dials in to discuss how Zelensky is approaching the summit, and how Ukrainians are feeling a week on from the heated exchange in the Oval Office.

And Chris Mason drops in to discuss the Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood taking on the independent Sentencing Council over new guidance which would make the ethnicity or faith of an offender a bigger factor when deciding whether to jail them.

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Is Government About to Cut Welfare Spending?

5 maart 2025 · 41 min

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Today, we discuss the Chancellor Rachel Reeves looking at making spending cuts worth billions to the government’s welfare budget. Lees meer

The Treasury will put the proposed cuts to the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) on Wednesday amid expectations the chancellor's financial headroom has disappeared. Adam is joined by economics editor Faisal Islam to unpack what we know about the proposed cuts, and the chancellor’s Spring Statement later this month.

And, former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has spoken to the Nick Robinson in his first wide-ranging interview since leaving Downing Street. Nick and Adam unpack what Rishi had to say, including why he regrets the ‘Stop the Boats’ slogan, how he felt about a podcast questioning his Englishness and what his political philosophy boils down to.

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Zelensky (Almost) Says Sorry

4 maart 2025 · 40 min

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Today, we discuss President Zelensky saying that Ukraine is "ready to work under President Trump's strong leadership" to negotiate a peace deal. Lees meer

This comes after the US announced it would pause military aid to Ukraine, which has caused alarm across Europe. Adam speaks to the BBC’s chief presenter, Caitriona Perry and BBC international editor, Jeremy Bowen.

And, the US and European stock markets fell after President Trump's 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico began. Canadian PM Justin Trudeau said the tariffs are "a very dumb thing to do". We speak to the BBC’s economics editor, Faisal Islam.

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Can Starmer and Macron Win the Peace?

3 maart 2025 · 37 min

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Today, we look at possible plans for a Franco-UK peace deal in Ukraine. Lees meer

French President Emmanuel Macron floated the idea of a partial month-long truce between Russia and Ukraine in a interview on Sunday. But the UK government has played down the idea as just a suggestion, and say that lots of proposals are still on the table. Meanwhile President Trump has criticised President Zelensky online again.

Adam and Chris are joined by Marion Solletty, POLITICO’s editor at large in France.

Plus, Israel have blocked the flow of aid into Gaza, after phase one of it’s ceasefire deal with Hamas expired on Saturday night without a plan for phase two agreed. Adam speaks to BBC World Affairs correspondent, Paul Adams to find out why a plan has yet to be agreed.

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Could Zelensky Still do a Deal With Trump?

3 maart 2025 · 17 min

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Today, in this extra episode, Laura and Paddy get back together to talk after Laura met President Zelensky. Lees meer

He told her, and a group of other journalists, that he is still "ready to sign" a US-Ukraine minerals deal after leaving the White House without it being agreed.

Laura explains what it was like to be in the room as he also explained he wants “the Ukrainian position to be heard."

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Starmer on Zelensky, Trump and Putin

2 maart 2025 · 42 min

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Today, we unpack Sir Keir Starmer’s interview with Laura about Donald Trump’s row with Volodymyr Zelensky, and Europe’s plan to make a Ukraine peace deal happen. Lees meer

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The Oval Office Argument Aftermath

1 maart 2025 · 28 min

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Today, we look at how Sir Keir Starmer and other leaders are reacting to the row/pile on/slanging match between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office. Lees meer

Starmer called both men on Friday night to show support, and he’s hosting Zelensky at Downing Street ahead of a European leader summit on Sunday.

Laura and Paddy discuss the Prime Minister’s plans plus answer questions from listeners about the dispute.

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Trump vs Zelensky In The Oval Office

28 februari 2025 · 30 min

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Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky have clashed in an extraordinary exchange at the White House, with Trump telling the Ukrainian president to "make a deal or we're out" Lees meer

James and Laura dissect what happened.

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Starmer Meets Trump

28 februari 2025 · 41 min

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Today we look at the much anticipated meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer. Lees meer

Answering questions from journalists, the two men discussed; a state visit to the UK for the President, the future of the Chagos Islands, peace in Ukraine and free speech.

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The Tates in the States

27 februari 2025 · 25 min

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Today, Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have landed in Florida on a private jet from Bucharest, Romania. Lees meer

The brothers were arrested in Romania three years ago and face trial on allegations of rape, trafficking minors and money laundering - all of which they deny. The charges haven’t been dropped, and they are expected to return at the end of March.

Why were they able to leave and will they ever return? James speaks to social media correspondent, Marianna Spring and correspondent Nick Thorpe, who speaks to us from Bucharest.

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Starmer and Trump, United in America?

26 februari 2025 · 36 min

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Today, Sir Keir Starmer is en route to Washington for his first White House meeting with President Donald Trump. Lees meer

James speaks to Chris about what the Prime Minister will be hoping to achieve, what the potential pitfalls are and why it’s so significant.

Plus, the government’s climate watchdog released a new report today looking at what the UK needs to do to reach its net zero target by 2050. James is joined by the chief executive of the Climate Change Committee Emma Pinchbeck and the BBC’s climate editor Justin Rowlatt.

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Starmer Goes On The Defensive Before Trump Showdown

25 februari 2025 · 34 min

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Today, we look at the news that the UK will increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027. Lees meer

The surprise announcement from Sir Keir Starmer comes ahead of his meeting with US President Donald Trump later this week. The increase will come at the expense of the UK’s foreign aid budget which will be cut by 0.2%. James and Alex explain how it will work.

Plus, James and Alex are joined by the former CEO of Music UK and political advisor Jamie Njoku-Goodwin and composer Max Richter to discuss the government’s proposals on AI in music.

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The Macron And Trump Bromance Returns

24 februari 2025 · 32 min

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Today, we look at French president Emmanuel Macron’s meeting with US president Donald Trump on the future of Ukraine. Lees meer

Speaking with reporters at the White House, Trump said Russian president Vladimir Putin would accept European peacekeepers in Ukraine as part of a potential deal to end the war.

James and Alex are joined by the BBC’s Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet.

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German Electioncast! (The Results)

23 februari 2025 · 33 min

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Today, we look at the projected election results from Germany. Lees meer

The conservative Christian Democrats (CDU)/CSU party will be the largest party in the next German parliament with 30% of the vote and will look to form a coalition government, though not with the party that looks to have come second, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD).

That’s because of a pact among the parties further to the centre not to work with those who they view as too extreme.

Europe editor Katya Adler gives her take from Berlin. Katja Hoyer, historian, journalist and author of Beyond the Wall: East Germany 1949-1990, puts it into historical context. Patrick English, director of political analytics at YouGov explains what the numbers tell us.

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How Far Will The UK Go To Protect Ukraine?

23 februari 2025 · 26 min

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Addressing the Scottish Labour conference in Glasgow today, Sir Keir Starmer said "peace only comes with strength” and said the UK must spend more on defence. But how far is he prepared to go to protect Ukraine when he goes to Washington next week? Lees meer

Laura, Paddy and Joe discuss what tools the UK government has at its disposal to negotiate or flatter Donald Trump ahead of their hugely significant meeting.

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The Week Ahead: Will Starmer Win Over Trump?

22 februari 2025 · 37 min

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Sir Keir Starmer is preparing for a trip to Washington on Thursday that he hopes will move Donald Trump away from a quick deal with Russia to end the war in Ukraine and get European allies back at the negotiating table. Lees meer

The prime minister will have to walk a diplomatic tightrope in order to avoid the crossfire between Washington and Kyiv and repair transatlantic relationships.

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The Ukraine War: How Far Away Is A Peace Deal?

21 februari 2025 · 32 min

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The past week has seen international diplomacy turned upside down as the US began talks with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. The decision to exclude Ukraine - and Europe - from these talks led to an emergency summit in which European countries sought to establish some influence over the process. Lees meer

But with the US and Ukrainian presidents embroiled in a dispute that led to President Trump calling President Zelensky a “dictator”, is their relationship beyond repair? And will Ukraine have any say over the terms of a peace deal?

Newscast, Americast and Ukrainecast gathered in the studio for a special collaboration to unpack the enormous shift in international politics that’s unfolding.

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German Electioncast! (The Lookahead)

20 februari 2025 · 32 min

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Today, we discuss Germany’s upcoming elections. Lees meer

With concerns about immigration and the economy dominating, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) could increase their seat share in the Bundestag. But can they get power?

Adam speaks to BBC Europe editor, Katya Adler, and German historian and author, Katja Hoyer.

And, Ukrainian President Zelensky and the US Chief Envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg are holding talks in Kyiv, but a scheduled press conference with the two of them was cancelled. Mark Urban, former Newsnight diplomatic and defence editor looks at why.

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Trump v Zelensky?

19 februari 2025 · 47 min

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Today, we look at what looks like an increasingly hostile relationship between President Trump and President Zelensky. Lees meer

In a press conference on Monday evening, US President Donald Trump has appeared to accuse Ukraine of being responsible for the war with Russia. In response President Zelensky has accused Trump of living in “disinformation space”.

Adam is joined in the studio by the former armed forces minister, and Conservative MP, James Heappey for an in depth interview on the state of the negotiations, and how we got here.

Plus, the Treasury has warned of a “bumpy” road to lower inflation after an unexpected jump to 3%. Adam and Alex speak to Claer Barret, Consumer Editor of the Financial Times and host of the Money Clinic podcast.

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