World Review with Ivo Daalder

Iran War Fragile Ceasefire, Strategic Mistakes, NATO Lives Another Day

Thu, 9 Apr 2026 19:19:03 +0000

Key Topics

The fragile Iran ceasefire: achievements and uncertainties
US presidential objectives and their evolution during the Iran conflict
NATO's membership challenges amid US skepticism and strategic disagreements
The influence of domestic politics on international alliances
The strategic implications of the Strait of Hormuz closure
The future of transatlantic relations and alliance cohesion
Pakistan’s mediating role and regional power shifts
The impact of US military actions on Middle Eastern geopolitics
Broader implications for global stability post-Ukraine and Afghanistan

Links

David Luhnow - wsj.com/news/author/david-luhnow

Michael Birnbaum - washingtonpost.com/people/michael-birnbaum

Catherine Philp - thetimes.com/profile/catherine-philp

Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - belfercenter.org/

World Review with Ivo Daalder - belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

Trump's Speech Leaves Many Questions, Impact of the Strait's Closure, Israel's Security Strategy

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder, Bobby Ghosh, Gideon Rachman, Isabel Coles) — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 19:12:57 +0000

Key Topics

The real implications of the Strait of Hormuz closing—how it’s causing energy shocks, economic disruptions, and geopolitical shifts.

Why Israel’s military campaign, despite overwhelming strength, might be eroding its long-term security stability.

The calculus shaping Gulf leaders’ fears and hopes amid rising regional tensions.

Inside the secret strategies and political dilemmas that threaten to turn localized conflicts into larger regional or even global crises.

Hosted by Harvard’s Belfer Center, this episode offers powerful insights into international security, regional politics, and the broader implications for global stability.

Links

Bobby Ghosh - bobbyghosh.substack.com

Gideon Rachman - ft.com/gideon-rachman

Isabel Coles - observer.co.uk/contributor/isabel-coles

Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - belfercenter.org/

World Review with Ivo Daalder - belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

Iran: Diplomacy or escalation? The big rift in NATO. Europe's fragmented politics.

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder, Edward Luce, Stefanie Bolzen, Peter Spiegel) — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:44:12 +0000

Key Topics

President Trump's claims of Iran begging for a deal and the US military's posture in the Gulf
The rift between the US and Europe, NATO's limited involvement, and European responses
The impact of recent European elections on future political directions
The emerging global payment systems bypassing traditional US sanctions
The broader implications of US and European foreign policy strategies

Links

Edward Luce - ft.com/edward-luce

Peter Speigel - https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/peter-spiegel/

Stefanie Bolzen - welt.de/autor/stefanie-bolzen/

Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - belfercenter.org/

World Review with Ivo Daalder - belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

Iran War Escalation?, Trump's China Summit Off, Is Cuba Next?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:13:37 +0000

Key Topics

The escalation of the Iran war entering its fourth week, with detailed analysis of Iran’s military capabilities, sanctions, and the potential for reopening the Strait of Hormuz
The impact of the Iran conflict on US-China relations, including the fate of the planned US summit with Xi Jinping and China's strategic positioning amid military pressures
The US approach to Cuba, including the potential for regime change, economic sanctions, and the long-term implications of current US policies
The role of Middle Eastern Gulf states in the conflict, their vulnerabilities, and their shifting alliances with the US and Israel
The broader geopolitical landscape, including the exhaustion of military resources and the strategic calculations of adversaries like Russia and China

Links

Karen DeYoung - washingtonpost.com/people/karen-deyoung

Robbie Gramer - wsj.com/news/author/robbie-gramer

Yaroslav Trofimov - wsj.com/news/author/yaroslav-trofimov

Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - belfercenter.org/

World Review with Ivo Daalder - belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

The Iran War: When Does it End? What's the Global Impact? Israel’s Many Wars

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:24:12 +0000

Key Topics

The strategic objectives and possible endgame of Israel’s multi-front military campaign
The impact of U.S. political shifts and unilateral military actions on global credibility
Iran’s resilience, nuclear ambitions, and the regional threat after recent conflicts
The European response and evolving alliances amid U.S. disengagement
How global energy markets, especially oil prices, are influenced by the war
Russia’s position and benefits stemming from Western distraction
The role of drone warfare and military preparedness in modern conflicts
The implications for nuclear proliferation in the region

Links

Susan Glasser - newyorker.com/contributors/susan-b-glasser

Carla Robbins - cfr.org/experts/carla-anne-robbins

Steven Erlanger - nytimes.com/by/steven-erlanger

Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - belfercenter.org/

World Review with Ivo Daalder - belfercenter.org/world-review-ivo-daalder

Iran War Goals Uncertain; War Consequences Spread; Pentagon vs Claude

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder, Prashant Rao, Anton La Guardia, Nahal Toosi) — Fri, 6 Mar 2026 20:53:05 +0000

Key Topics
Iran war escalation and regional reactions
The role of AI in military operations and security
Energy sector disruptions due to Middle East conflict

Nahal Toosi | politico.com/author/nahal-toosi

Anton La Guardia | economist.com/our-people/anton-la-guardia

Prashant Rao | semaphore.co/author/prashant-rao

Year 5 in Ukraine, Tariff shock, Is Cuba's time finally running out?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:54:12 +0000

Topic Breakdown

Ukraine war stalemate and future prospects
Impact of US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
US strategy towards Cuba and regime change efforts

Chapters

00:00 The Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine
10:07 Trump's Legal Setbacks and Economic Implications
19:53 Cuba's Political Landscape and U.S. Strategy

Guest links

Politico - https://www.politico.com/author/felicia-schwartz
The Observer - https://www.thetimes.co.uk/author/giles-whittell
The New York Times - https://www.nytimes.com/by/michael-d-shear
Harvard Kennedy School - Belfer Center - https://www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/belfer

War in Iran? Peace in Syria? MAGA goes European

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder, Bobby Ghosh, Matthew Kaminski, Liz Sly) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:33:53 +0000

In this episode, we explore the current state of international relations, focusing on the potential for conflict with Iran, the evolving situation in Syria following U.S. troop withdrawals, and the broader geopolitical strategies involving Europe and the Middle East. Our panel of expert journalists provides detailed analysis, timestamps key moments, and discusses the implications for global stability.

Main Topics:

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's tariffs

The risk of military confrontation with Iran and regional dynamics
US troop withdrawals and the future of Syria’s political landscape

U.S.-Europe relations, trade policies, and ideological influences
The impact of internal US politics on foreign policy decisions
The role of Iran's leadership, IRGC, and potential regime changes

Europe and America Meet in Europe—Rupture, Rift, Revival?

idaalder@gmail.com (Steven Erlanger, Ivo Daalder, Alex Ward, Karin Axelsson) — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 20:36:02 +0000

In this episode of "World Review," Ivo Daalder, Alexander Ward of the Wall Street Journal, Steven Erlanger of the New York Times, and Karin Axelsson of Politiken explore significant geopolitical developments as of February 14, 2026.

You’ll discover how European leaders are fiercely defending their version of the rules-based order against American actions they see as disruptive, from Greenland to NATO. They dive into the underlying threats: Russia’s military posture, China’s ambitions, and the battle over global influence. They unpack the sharp differences between Vance and Rubio, illustrating the disconnect between external threats and internal priorities driving U. S. and European policies.
We break down the shifting perceptions around NATO’s core threat focus, the debate over strategic autonomy, and the future of transatlantic trust. Why do Europeans feel they must defend a world order that the U.S. seems ready to abandon? What’s ultimately at stake if this fragile alliance fractures? And, crucially, what happens next — will we see a rupture or a pivotal opportunity to rebuild?

If you’re curious about how global powers are recalibrating their relationships amid chaos, and what that means for the future of international stability, this episode is your essential guide. Perfect for policymakers, students of geopolitics, or anyone wondering whether the old rules still matter — or if a new order is emerging in real time.

Iran - Strike or Talk; Is Peace a Real Possibility in Ukraine; Middle Powers and Trade

idaalder@gmail.com (Jamie Dettmer, Ivo Daalder, Catherine Philp, Suzanne Lynch) — Fri, 6 Feb 2026 21:01:25 +0000

In this episode of "World Review," Ivo Daalder explores significant geopolitical developments as of February 6, 2024. The discussion begins with Iran's nuclear negotiations in Oman, highlighting the shift in focus towards nuclear issues and regional tensions. The episode examines the impact of US military posturing and the potential influence of former President Trump on these negotiations. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, analyzing evolving strategies and the realities on the ground. Europe's strategic autonomy is a key theme, with discussions on de-risking from the US and China, digital sovereignty, and economic resilience. The transatlantic relationship is scrutinized, focusing on trust, cooperation, and strategic autonomy. Additionally, the episode delves into how technological regulation and AI are reshaping dynamics between Europe and the US. The challenges faced by the United Kingdom post-Brexit and its alliances with the US are also addressed. Throughout the episode, timestamps guide listeners through these complex topics, providing a structured overview of the geopolitical landscape. For those seeking a deeper understanding, resources such as America Abroad Substack, London Times, and Bloomberg Brussels Bureau are recommended. This episode offers valuable insights into the intricate web of global strategies and relationships.

Iran – What’s the Mission; Derisking from the US; “Donroe Doctrine” One Month Later

idaalder@gmail.com (Philip Stephens, Carla Anne Robbins, Karen DeYoung) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:16:39 +0000

In this episode of World Review, substitute host Carla Anne Robbins, along with journalists Karen DeYoung and Philip Stevens, delves into the intricate dynamics of current global tensions. The discussion begins with the U.S. military's strategic positioning near Iran, examining whether this is a move towards deterrence or a precursor to conflict. The conversation then shifts to Europe's evolving stance on China, highlighting a shift from cautious engagement to strategic de-risking and diversification.
The episode also covers the geopolitical significance of Greenland, exploring recent agreements and NATO's Arctic strategy. The guests analyze the implications of U.S. relations with Venezuela and Cuba, focusing on the broader geopolitical consequences of recent actions. Additionally, the episode touches on the upcoming Xi-Trump summit and its potential impact on U.S.-China relations.
Listeners will gain insights into the broader implications of these developments for global power dynamics, including the strategic recalibration of European nations and the potential for new alliances. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the complex geopolitical landscape, offering valuable perspectives on the future of international relations and security.

Possible Greenland deal; Trump's Peace Board; Global Economy under Trump 2.0

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:19:19 +0000

In this episode of World Review, Carla Anne Robbins leads a discussion with journalists Stefanie Bolzen, Robbie Grammer, and Prashant Rao on the latest global developments. President Trump's Greenland deal remains uncertain, causing diplomatic tensions.

The Board of Peace is seen as a challenge to the UN's authority.

Global economy shows resilience despite US tariffs.

European allies express distrust towards Trump's foreign policies.

The US Congress debates reclaiming foreign policy powers.

Trump's approach to diplomacy is seen as unpredictable and brash.

The Board of Peace includes controversial member countries.

Economic growth is driven by AI investments.

European countries face internal political challenges.

The global trade landscape is shifting around US policies.

Iran on the Brink, The West Divided, Trump Unbound

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:15:00 +0000

Ivo Daalder discusses the week's major global events with Yasmeen Abutaleb, Gideon Rachman, and Chris Miller on this episode of World Review. The conversation covers the escalating tensions in Iran, the geopolitical implications of Greenland, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The panel examines President Trump's foreign policy strategies, the credibility of security guarantees, and the potential for international intervention. They also explore the challenges of regime change and the role of global powers in shaping outcomes.

US Strikes Venezuela; Greenland in Crosshairs; Demonstrations in Iran

Fri, 9 Jan 2026 19:59:13 +0000

Join Ivo Daalder and a panel of leading journalists as they explore the latest geopolitical developments. The episode kicks off with a discussion on Venezuela, where President Trump's military operation to capture Nicolas Maduro has sparked international debate. The conversation then shifts to Greenland, where Trump's interest in acquiring the territory raises questions about modern imperialism. Finally, the panel examines the protests in Iran, highlighting the economic struggles and political tensions fueling the unrest. With insights from Felicia Schwartz, Bobby Ghosh, and Yaroslav Trofimov, this episode provides a nuanced understanding of these complex issues.

The State of NATO

idaalder@gmail.com (Radmila Šekerinska, Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 2 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Join Ivo Daalder in a special edition of World Review as he engages with NATO's Deputy Secretary General, Radmila Šekerinska, at the Belfer Center, Harvard Kennedy School. This episode explores NATO's strategic responses to contemporary challenges, including hybrid threats and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The discussion highlights NATO's adaptability, the importance of collective security, and the alliance's commitment to supporting Ukraine. Key topics include the Baltic Sentry initiative, NATO's defense spending strategies, and the role of innovation in modern warfare. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of NATO and global security.

Key Takeaways:

NATO's strategic adaptations to hybrid threats.
The significance of collective security in the alliance.
Insights into NATO's support for Ukraine and defense spending.

Escalation in Venezuela, Ukraine Endgame, Fighting Undermines Peace President

idaalder@gmail.com (Alex Ward, Nahal Toosi, Ivo Daalder, Giles Whittell) — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:25:00 +0000

In this episode of World Review, Ivo Daalder is joined by Nahal Toosi, Alex Ward, and Giles Whittell to discuss the latest developments in global politics. The panel examines the U.S. blockade on Venezuelan oil and its implications for the Maduro regime. They also explore the ongoing negotiations with Ukraine and the potential for a ceasefire by Christmas. The conversation touches on President Trump's foreign policy strategies, including his claims of ending multiple conflicts. The episode concludes with a discussion on the shifting focus of U.S. military strategy and its impact on international relations.

The World Reacts to Trump’s New National Security Strategy

idaalder@gmail.com (Anna Sauerbrey, Anton LaGuardia, Ken Moriyasu, Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:50:00 +0000

In this episode of World Review, host Ivo Daalder is joined by Anna Sauerbrey, Ken Moriyasu, and Anton LaGuardia to dissect the latest U.S. national security strategy. The panel discusses the document's unexpected brevity and its significant implications for international relations. Key topics include the U.S.'s shifting stance towards Europe, the strategic balance with China, and the emphasis on the Western Hemisphere. The conversation highlights the document's controversial nature, with insights into how it is perceived across different regions. Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of the strategy's potential impact on global geopolitics.

Putin Says No, Boat Strike in the Caribbean, Trump Berates Europe

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 20:40:00 +0000

Join Ivo Daalder in this episode of World Review as he navigates the intricate web of global politics with esteemed journalists Carla Anne Robbins, Steven Erlanger, and Matt Kaminski.

Delve into the ongoing Ukraine conflict, where diplomatic efforts seem to stall amidst geopolitical tensions. Explore the controversial U.S. military actions in the Caribbean, raising questions about legality and international relations. The discussion also shifts to Europe, examining the Trump administration's contentious approach and its impact on transatlantic alliances. As European defense spending rises, the panel analyzes the broader implications for global security.

With insights from seasoned journalists, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the challenges and dynamics shaping today's international landscape. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that sheds light on the complexities of diplomacy and the ever-evolving world stage.

Will Trump's 28-Point Plan End the War in Ukraine?

idaalder@gmail.com (Susan Glasser, James Harding, Peter Spiegel, Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 20:50:00 +0000

A highly contentious 28-point US peace plan, reportedly drafted by President Trump's Peace Envoy Steve Witkoff and a Russian envoy, was presented to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, aiming to end the war by giving Russia significant concessions while offering Ukraine a security guarantee and the US financial benefits. Immediately following the plan's delivery, Vice President JD Vance reportedly issued an ultimatum, telling Zelensky to accept the proposal as is by Thursday or face a complete cessation of US military aid. The plan was swiftly met with surprise and alarm from European allies, who saw it as an unacceptable capitulation, violating the principle of sovereignty and calling into question Washington's commitment to collective security. Analysts suggested the timing of this aggressive push was likely an effort to secure a foreign policy win for President Trump amidst domestic political challenges, while capitalizing on a significant corruption scandal currently weakening President Zelensky's administration.

Welcome to the World Review — From Our New Home at the Belfer Center

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:15:00 +0000

Ivo Daalder announces World Review's new home at Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. Every Friday, Ivo and leading journalists and analysts cut through the noise to explain the global stories shaping our world — clearly, honestly, and without jargon. If you’re looking for sharper insight and deeper context, you’re in the right place. Welcome to the new World Review.

World Review Live: Conflict in Africa; the Far Right in Europe

idaalder@gmail.com (and Anna Sauerbrey, Bobby Ghosh, Ivo Daalder) — Thu, 6 Nov 2025 16:28:43 +0000

Thank you Brenda Elthon, Jay Lapidus, Richard Burger, Monte McMurchy, Richard McFarlane, and many others for tuning into my live video with Anna Sauerbrey and Bobby Ghosh! Join me for my next World Review on Friday, November 14, in the app.

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World Review Live: Trump visits Asia, meets Xi

idaalder@gmail.com (and Gideon Rachman, Ken Moriyasu, Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 18:26:53 +0000

Thank you Brenda Elthon, Jay Lapidus, Thomas Wright, arvershbow@atlanticcouncil.org, Paul k, and many others for tuning into my live video with Gideon Rachman and Ken Moriyasu! Join me for my next live video in the app.

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World Review Live—Trump-Xi to Meet; US Sanctions Russia

idaalder@gmail.com (and Jane Perlez, Anton La Guardia, Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:13:16 +0000

I was thrilled to be joined by Jane Perlez, host of the Face-Off podcast on US-China relations and long-time reporter of the New York Times, and Anton LaGuardia, diplomatic editor of The Economist.

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WORLD REVIEW LIVE: Missiles for Ukraine? French Government survives no-confidence vote, with Karen DeYoung and Steven Erlanger

idaalder@gmail.com (and Karen DeYoung, Steven Erlanger, Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:46:59 +0000

Thank you Elise Labott, Brenda Elthon, Peter Sukowski, Bob Fleischman, arvershbow@atlanticcouncil.org, and many others for tuning into my live video with Steven Erlanger and Karen DeYoung! Join me for my next live video in the app.

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Gaza Chaos, Rubio’s Rise, Iran Deal or Strike

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 30 May 2025 19:11:00 +0000

Israel is under fire this week as international frustration mounts over chaotic aid efforts in Gaza and fears of an expanded ground offensive. US Envoy Steve Witkoff’s new ceasefire proposal, however, has sparked cautious hope, with talks ongoing despite setbacks. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is undergoing a shakeup as Marco Rubio consolidates power in his add-on role as National Security Advisor, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces internal Pentagon strife, doubts about his leadership, and questions about an illegal warrantless wiretap. Finally, President Trump is pushing for a nuclear deal with Iran amid threats of an Israeli strike, complicating an already fragile diplomatic landscape. Carla Anne Robbins, Nahal Toosi, and Karen DeYoung join Ivo Daalder on the Council's stage in Chicago for a special live recording of the farewell episode of the Council's "World Review with Ivo Daalder" podcast.

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Trump-Putin Call, Taiwan-China Dialogue, Syria Sanctions

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 23 May 2025 19:46:00 +0000

President Trump’s decision to step back from peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine war after a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin has rattled NATO allies and raised fears of weakening Western unity. Critics warn the move emboldens Moscow, while Trump touts future trade with Russia. Meanwhile, in Taiwan, President Lai Ching-te marked his first year by calling for dialogue with China while pledging to bolster defenses amid growing military threats and political friction at home. And the US and EU are moving forward with easing sanctions on Syria, hoping economic relief will prevent renewed civil war, despite concerns over Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa. Jamil Anderlini, Ken Moriyasu, Liz Sly join Ivo Daalder on World Review to analyze and offer insights on this week’s pressing global developments.

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Trump’s Middle East Tour, Peace Talks in Disarray, Trade War Ceasefire

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 16 May 2025 19:20:00 +0000

This week, President Trump’s whirlwind tour of the Middle East sees him striking arms deals and declaring an end to nation-building, even as he engages in tense discussions with former jihadist-turned-Syrian leader Ahmed al-Shara. Meanwhile, in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators prepare for the first peace talks in three years — without Putin, Trump, or Zelenskyy at the table. Russia’s battlefield bluster contrasts with its costly, minimal gains, raising questions about its true leverage, and Zelenskyy argues that Putin's absence signals an unwillingness to seek peace. And finally, a temporary truce in the US-China trade war cools tensions, but economists warn that the economic fallout is far from over. Matt Kaminski, Prashant Rao, and Anna Sauerbrey join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on World Review to discuss this week’s diplomacy, deals, and doubts.

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Putin-Xi Pact, India-Pakistan Crossfire, Netanyahu’s Push

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 9 May 2025 18:07:00 +0000

This week, Chinese leader Xi Jinping visits Moscow for a Victory Day parade and meetings meant to showcase and strengthen a strategic alliance. Both Xi and Russian President Putin have taken aim at US economic and military policies and are presenting themselves as a counterbalance to Western influence. Meanwhile, India launches airstrikes against Pakistani targets after a deadly Kashmir attack, prompting Pakistan to down multiple Indian aircraft and raising fears of wider conflict between the nuclear-armed rivals. And in the Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unveils plans for a sweeping military operation in Gaza, involving a large-scale ground offensive, forced relocations of Palestinian civilians, and indefinite control of contested territories. Anton La Guardia, Elise Labott, and Lee Hockstader join Ivo Daalder this week on World Review to offer insights and analysis on major global developments.

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100 Days of Unmaking the World America Made

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 2 May 2025 19:07:00 +0000

This week marks the first 100 days of President Trump’s second term. From dismantling key alliances and trade agreements to sidelining democratic values and global institutions, are Trump's actions rapidly unraveling the post-WWII world order and 80 years of American-led international leadership? What does this mean for US influence, global stability, and the trust of allies? Stefanie Bolzen, Bobby Ghosh, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder on World Review this week for a candid conversation about this pivotal moment in history. They’ll also discuss updates on European defense, the Iran nuclear deal, and Canada’s election results.

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Ukraine Plan, Kashmir Crisis, Pentagon Chaos

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:46:00 +0000

This week, after President Trump floated a plan for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia, Moscow launched its deadliest strike on Kyiv since last summer. While the attack drew rare criticism from Trump, the administration has offered Kyiv only vague assurances about the country’s future security under the proposed plan that was presented as an ultimatum. Meanwhile, a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 tourists has sharply escalated tensions between India and Pakistan, with both nuclear-armed nations engaging in retaliatory diplomatic and economic measures amid fears of further conflict. And in Washington, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces growing scrutiny as reports of internal dysfunction, security leaks, rapid staff turnover, and impulsive decision-making rock the Pentagon. Ravi Agrawal, Steven Erlanger, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top global news stories on World Review.

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Easing Chinese Tariffs, Defying Judicial Orders, Wobbling German Government

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:37:00 +0000

This week, the Trump administration quietly eased tariffs on a wide range of Chinese goods, a move critics say exposes weakness in the US trade war stance. Meanwhile, President Trump has refused to secure the return of Kilmar Ábrego García, who was unlawfully deported to a prison in El Salvador, escalating showdown between the president and the judiciary. And in Berlin, Germany’s new coalition government is already on shaky ground, as leaders of the conservative Christian Democratic bloc and center-left Social Democratic Party clash over policy priorities, leaving Europe’s largest economy in political limbo. Leonard Hockstader, Andrew Roth, and Felicia Schwartz join Ivo Daalder on World Review to breakdown this week’s power plays and shifting policies and discuss what they mean for global balance.

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US-China Trade War, Tariff Whiplash, Iran Talks

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:49:00 +0000

A dramatic escalation in the US-China trade war sent markets reeling this week and raised fears of a prolonged economic standoff between the world’s two largest economies. Both sides seem to be playing a game of chicken, unveiling new rounds of retaliatory tariffs almost daily. And American businesses and consumers, as well as American allies and trading partners, are struggling with tariff whiplash, wondering how to adjust to policy swings with little warning or consistency. Meanwhile, diplomats are scrambling to prepare for renewed talks over Iran’s nuclear program set to begin this weekend. Some are hopeful for a breakthrough while others are skeptical that real progress can be made amid rising regional tensions and growing domestic political pressures. Prashant Rao, Liz Sly, and Giles Whittell join Ivo Daalder on World Review to discuss the impact of this week's unpredictable economic policies and rising geopolitical tensions.

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Liberation Day Tariffs, Hegseth’s Asia Tour, and Le Pen Conviction Fallout

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 4 Apr 2025 17:14:00 +0000

President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement on Thursday sent shockwaves through global markets and sparked promises of retaliation from both adversaries and allies. And earlier this week, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit to Asia signaled a shift in US military strategy, with key meetings in Japan and the Philippines that could reshape alliances in the region. Meanwhile, in France, the political landscape was thrown into chaos after Marie Le Pen was barred from running for office following a guilty verdict for embezzlement—an unprecedented ruling that raised questions about democracy and could redefine the country’s far-right movement. Suzanne Lynch, Ken Moriyasu, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo Daalder to unpack this week’s top global news stories on World Review.

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Signalgate Blows Up, Turkey in Crisis, Vance Visits Greenland

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:35:00 +0000

This week, news that top Trump administration officials discussed operational details of a US attack on the Houthis in an unsecure Signal group chat raised profound questions about the administration’s security procedures, as well as demonstrating what those officials really think about Europe. Meanwhile, the arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, mayor of Istanbul and presidential candidate of Turkey’s main opposition party, has led to massive protests throughout the country by citizens fearing the end of democracy. Then, Vice President Vance announced an uninvited visit to Greenland to “check out what’s going on with the security there,” increasing tensions between the island, Denmark, and the United States. Steve Erlanger, Matt Kaminski, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder on World Review to discuss the week's top news stories.

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Germany Gets Serious, Israel Breaks Ceasefire, Trump Threatens Iran

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 18:57:00 +0000

This week, Germany bets big on its future as parliament approves Friedrich Merz’s bold €1 trillion push for defense and infrastructure, shattering borrowing limits to counter Russia and cut reliance on the US. Is the debt gamble worth it? In the Middle East, Israel’s renewed assault on Gaza shatters a fragile ceasefire, killing more than 400 and igniting protests in Jerusalem. Political maneuver or military necessity? And Iran is back in President Trump’s crosshairs, having been warned over Houthi attacks and given a two-month deadline to strike a nuclear deal. Will tensions explode? Bobby Ghosh, Stefan Kornelius, Catherine Philp join Ivo Daalder on World Review to weigh the risks, motivations, and consequences of this week’s geopolitical power plays.

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Putin Stalls Ceasefire & Europeans See Trump as a Threat

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 19:25:00 +0000

This week Russia hints at openness to a cease-fire in Ukraine but with tough conditions—stalling tactic or real breakthrough? Meanwhile, European allies increasingly see President Trump as a growing security threat, raising questions about reliance on the US and the impact on nuclear deterrence. And a judge rules President Trump overstepped by freezing USAID funds but stops short of ordering the revival of canceled programs. How is the dismantling of US foreign aid affecting the world’s most vulnerable populations and what impact is it already having on America’s global influence and security? Susan Glasser, Anton La Guardia, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder this week on World Review to break it all down.

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Trump’s Trade War, China’s Warning, and Europe’s Challenge

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Mar 2025 19:23:00 +0000

This week before delivering his address to Congress, President Trump sparked a trade war with America’s three largest trading partners—Canada, Mexico, and China—triggering swift retaliatory tariffs and rattling global markets. Meanwhile, during China’s National People’s Congress annual meeting, Premier Li Qiang announced increased defense spending, reaffirmed Taiwan reunification plans, and declared readiness to fight "any type" of war in response to Trump’s tariffs. And after last week's fiery Trump-Zelensky clash, the US has paused arms and intelligence support for Ukraine. Can a European “coalition of the willing” step up as America pulls back? Ravi Agrawal, Ken Moriyasu, and Anna Sauerbrey join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on World Review to unpack this week’s top global news stories.

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Germany Moves Right, US Abandons Ukraine, and Gaza Truce Extension

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:56:00 +0000

The center barely held in Germany, as Germany moved sharply to the extremes, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) doubling its support in just four years. Can Germany retake the lead in Europe, which is now more urgent than ever? Meanwhile, President Trump continued to walk away from Ukraine, siding with Russia at the UN and forcing Kyiv into signing a mineral agreement for little in return. How will this significant break impact the future of US foreign policy? Then, looking ahead, the fragile ceasefire in Gaza is approaching a critical deadline. With the first phase of the truce set to expire Saturday, how far apart are Israel and Hamas from agreement on proceeding to the next phase? Stefanie Bolzen, Andrew Roth, and Giles Whittell join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to analyze these pressing issues that could have lasting global consequences.

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US-Russia Reset, New Gaza Plans, and Xi’s Big Tech Bet

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:54:00 +0000

US and Russian negotiators met in Saudi Arabia this week and, in a stunning reset, agreed to re-establish normal relations and work together to end the Ukraine war. Meanwhile, from Mar-a-Lago President Trump blamed Ukraine for the war and called President Volodymyr Zelensky “a dictator.” What does this shift mean for Ukraine, NATO, and US security commitments? Then, we examine Arab states’ alternate plans for Gaza—what do they propose, are any of them viable, and what will the impact be on the region’s dynamics? Finally, we turn to Beijing, where China’s President Xi Jinping met with top entrepreneurs at a big tech summit. Will Xi be able to boost investor confidence and promote high-tech industries while ensuring businesses align with government priorities? Bobby Ghosh, Prashant Rao, and Liz Sly join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on this week’s World Review to analyze shifting alliances and intensifying global power struggles.

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Leaders meet in Munich to discuss future of NATO and Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:01:00 +0000

As world leaders gather in Munich this week for their annual security conference, Ukraine will once again take center stage – though mainly because of the two people who won’t be there. Presidents Trump and Putin discussed the war and committed to work towards peace in a phone call, but didn’t commit to involving Ukraine in the talks. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told his counterparts in Brussels that the U.S. had other interests and Europe needed to take care of its own security. A new Council report explains how Europe can do so. To discuss how these transatlantic tensions will play in Munich, Stefan Kornelius and Steven Erlanger join Ivo Daalder in Munich for a special episode of World Review, recording on the sidelines of the year’s most important security conference.

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Trump’s Gaza Plan, USAID Overhaul, and Tariffs

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Feb 2025 20:29:00 +0000

President Trump’s proposal for US control of Gaza and relocating its population sparked global backlash this week and was deemed unrealistic and illegal. Top administration officials are now walking back elements of the proposal, insisting US troops won’t be used to clear the territory and relocation would be temporary. Is this just another Trump negotiation tactic as some have suggested? Meanwhile, the administration, with Elon Musk’s support, is dismantling USAID, placing thousands on leave and possibly merging it into the State Department. How will this move impact US soft power and national security? Lastly, after pausing tariffs on Mexico and Canada, Trump claimed victory as both nations pledged to secure the border and crackdown on fentanyl trafficking and organized crime. The 10% China tariff, however, remains intact. How real or effective is Trump's follow through on one of his biggest campaign promises? David Luhnow, Peter Spiegel, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder this week on World Review to unpack these issues and more.

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Trump’s World—The Return of Great Power Politics

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 18:47:00 +0000

Donald Trump’s first week in office has ushered in a new era in America’s relationship with the world. Pax Americana out; Great Power Competition is in. Whether it is buying Greenland, controlling Panama, threatening tariffs on Colombia, Mexico, Canada, and China, Trump wields American power to get what he wants. That creates both new opportunities. And new dangers. James Lindsay of the Council on Foreign Relations and Matt Kaminski of Politico join Ivo Daalder for a discussion of Trump’s World in this week’s edition of World Review.

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Europe and Asia Respond to Trump’s Return

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:54:00 +0000

On Monday, European leaders watched the inauguration of President Trump from Davos and fretted about his threats to impose sweeping tariffs, his demands for significant increases in European defense spending, and the possibility he may shift America’s stance toward Ukraine. He already has followed through on withdrawing from the Paris climate agreements and the World Health Organization. Soon after the inauguration, newly sworn in Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with foreign ministers of the Quad countries - Australia, India, and Japan – an indication that countering China’s influence remains a top priority for Trump. How are European and Asian nations adapting to shifting geopolitical and economic dynamics in a new Trump era? Ken Moriyasu, Catherine Philp, and Prashant Rao join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to analyze how Europe and Asia are responding to Trump’s return to office. They’ll also discuss the Gaza ceasefire and whether it is likely to hold.

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Biden’s Foreign Policy Legacy and What Trump is Inheriting

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:41:00 +0000

President Biden entered office with ambitious foreign policy goals and is leaving a complicated legacy. Though he navigated the global COVID-19 pandemic, rallied allies to support Ukraine, and implemented policies to address climate change, challenges such as the chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal, record illegal border crossings, the war in Gaza, and high inflation marred his term. The Gaza cease-fire that looks eminent mirrors a Biden proposal, yet Donald Trump has claimed credit for the deal. Will Biden’s presidency be remembered as an interlude between two Trump terms? Jamil Anderlini, Anton La Guardia, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to evaluate Biden’s foreign policy record and what he leaves behind for Trump, including the Gaza cease-fire deal that Israel’s cabinet still needs to ratify and waning public support for continuing to aid to Ukraine.

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Trump's Expansionist Ambitions and Tech Titans' Disruptions

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 20:30:00 +0000

In this episode, we unpack the first major global stories of 2025. Donald Trump’s expansionist rhetoric this week toward Greenland and Panama reflects his “America First” doctrine and risks violating international law, alienating allies, and deepening global tensions. How serious is he? Meanwhile, tech titans Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg stir misinformation controversies. What does Musk hope to gain by targeting European leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with unverified allegations? And what impact will Meta’s decision to discontinue third-party fact-checking have on democracy? Ravi Agrawal, Susan Glasser, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the wild start to 2025 and what, if anything, might surprise them this year.

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Syria’s Revolution, Europe’s Support for Ukraine, and Trump’s Media Battles

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:24:00 +0000

In our final episode of 2024, we’ll dig into the stories that are not only dominating the headlines this week but also will command attention well into 2025. First, how is the Syrian revolution already reshaping the Middle East and how will it affect the balance of power in the region? Then, European leaders, including Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO chief Mark Rutte, gathered in Brussels this week ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration to discuss support for Ukraine. What do Trump, Europe, and Zelensky want? Finally, we’ll wrap up by addressing President Trump's renewed hostility toward the press and examine what it might mean for press freedom during his second term. Steven Erlanger, Bobby Ghosh, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories on World Review.

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The End of the Assad Regime

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 21:01:00 +0000

This week we saw the end of one of the world’s most brutal dictatorships with the swift and unexpected fall of the Assad Regime in Syria. The Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a former Al Qaeda affiliate that broke with the group years ago, has formed a transitional government that is pledging inclusivity while emphasizing accountability for former regime abuses. Meanwhile, Israel launched extensive airstrikes targeting military assets, while Turkey clashed with US-backed Kurdish forces in northern Syria. And in the midst of a presidential transition, the US seems solely focused on combating an ISIS resurgence. Matt Kaminski, Catherine Philp, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo Daalder to discuss what may happen in Syria, what it means for the region, and the impact on the US, Russia, Iran, and other outside powers. They’ll also dig into what’s happening in Romania. After first-round elections were annulled last week amid alleged Russian interference, Romanian pro-European parties have now agreed to form coalition government and could run a single candidate next year.

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South Korea's Martial Law, France's No-Confidence Vote, and Syria's Rebels Advance

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 6 Dec 2024 22:35:00 +0000

Political chaos reigned this week as South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared and then lifted martial law within hours amid public outrage, parliamentary backlash, and mounting calls for his impeachment. Meanwhile, France’s political upheaval came with the passing of a no-confidence measure against Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his cabinet on Wednesday, leaving the government in caretaker mode without an approved budget. And in a swift offensive that exploited regional instability and the weakened state of Assad’s allies, Syrian rebels captured Aleppo and then advanced on Hama. David Luhnow, Anna Sauerbrey, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder to unpack these stories and more on this week’s World Review.

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1,000 Days of Ukraine War, Global Summits, and RFK Impact on Global Health

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:49:00 +0000

This week marked the 1,000 day of the Ukraine War. We'll unpack recent developments, including Ukraine's use of US-supplied ATACMS missiles to strike Russian territory for the first time, intensified Russian attacks near Kurakhove, the pause in operations at the US embassy in Kyiv, and Russia's updated nuclear deterrence doctrine. Then world leaders met this week in Azerbaijan for the UN Climate Summit, Peru for the APEC Summit, and in Brazil for the G20. How did Trump's victory affect the dynamics of these meetings, with Biden already fading into the background and Xi being front and center? We'll also talk about Trump's pick of RFK for US health secretary and the possible impact on global health and pandemic prevention. Stefanie Bolzen, Prashant Rao, and Andrew Roth join Ivo Daalder to discuss these topics and more on this week's World Review.

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Trump's Cabinet Picks Point to Significant Shifts in Global Policy

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 20:03:00 +0000

This week, we’ll analyze what Donald Trump’s early picks for key positions reveal about his approaches to foreign policy, national security, and international economic policy. We’ll explore who may benefit from his return to office—including potential gains for Russia, Israel, Gulf states, and the Global South—as well as those who may face setbacks, such as Ukraine and US allies in Europe and Asia. Will China suffer economic upheaval or take advantage of political opportunities? Finally, we’ll examine how Trump’s top issue of immigration and his promises of a closed border and mass deportations might undercut his other policy goals, especially related to the economy. Bobby Ghosh, Nahal Toosi, and Giles Whittell join Ivo Daalder for timely analysis of the strategic shifts that may be taking shape with Trump’s picks for top roles.

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Trump's Election Victory: Reactions, Implications, and Expectations

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 8 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

This week, Americans overwhelmingly voted for Donald Trump to become the 47th president of the United States. While the polls predicted a tight race, they underestimated Trump's support, and he soared back to the White House along with large Republican gains in the House and Senate. Susan Glasser, James Harding, and Peter Speigel join World Review with Ivo Daalder to discuss the implications of Trump’s victory for the US and the world. How did Trump break the 'blue wall' and defeat Kamala Harris by such a large difference? Then, a look at the impact of Trump’s victory on the world, what to expect from his foreign and economic policies, and how the rest of the world is reacting and adaptin

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Japan's Snap Election, Gaza Humanitarian Crisis, North Korean Troops in Kursk

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 1 Nov 2024 18:19:00 +0000

Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party faced a major setback in Sunday's snap elections after failing to obtain a majority of seats in the Lower House for the first time in 15 years. How will this shocking parliamentary loss affect the long-standing party, and what will it mean for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s future? Then, aid entering Gaza is at its lowest since the start of the war, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. Plus, North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to the Kursk region of Russia. As they prepare to fight against Ukraine, what does this deployment mean for geopolitics? And what does North Korea get out of joining Russia in the war? Yasmeen Abutaleb, Ken Moriyasu, and Anton La Guardia join World Review with Ivo Daalder to dive into these issues.

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Gaza After Sinwar, Biden's Farewell Tour, Canada-India Conflict

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:18:00 +0000

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, architect of the October 7 attack, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza earlier this week. How will Hamas respond, and how will this affect the war and its eventual end? Then, President Joe Biden is expected to visit Germany this week and Angola later this year (his first visit to Africa as president). In what are seen as farewell trips, President Biden will discuss conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East with Chancellor Olaf Scholz and alliances and partnerships with President João Lourenço. Plus, what are Canada and India feuding over? Ravi Agrawal, Steven Erlanger, and Carla Anne Robbins join World Review with Ivo Daalder to analyze these issues.

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Gaza War Anniversary, Latest from Ukraine, Mexico's New President

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 18:59:00 +0000

In the year since October 7, the war that began with Hamas attacking Israel has spread from Gaza to the West Bank and Lebanon. Now at the center of global attention, the Middle East faces its biggest crisis yet with no end in sight. Matt Kaminski, David Luhnow, and Catherine Philp join World Review with Ivo Daalder to look back at lessons learned and not learned from the Israel-Hamas war. Plus, the latest news from Ukraine and what challenges lie ahead for Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who was sworn into office last week.

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War in the Middle East

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 4 Oct 2024 18:03:00 +0000

In the year since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, the conflict between Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah has gradually escalated, leading the region to the brink of war. Israel ramped up its attacks across the Middle East in recent weeks, bombing Yemen and Lebanon and killing Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. In retaliation, Iran launched 200 missiles towards Israel this week. Fears of a wider war in the Middle East are now rapidly growing, with questions of where this war could lead and whether the United States could become more involved. Peter Spiegel, Philip Stephens, and Nahal Toosi join World Review with Ivo Daalder to analyze the multiple aspects of war in the Middle East.

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Crisis in Lebanon, Ukraine’s Victory Plan, Japan’s PM Race

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 19:55:00 +0000

Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange attacks as their conflict escalates, killing hundreds and causing thousands to flee southern Lebanon. As world leaders attempt to halt the escalation, Israel prepares for a possible ground invasion in Lebanon. Then, Ukraine’s President Zelensky is preparing to present a “victory plan” to President Biden to defeat Russia. Plus, who will win the race to be Japan’s next prime minister? Yasmeen Abutaleb, Ken Moriyasu, and Yaroslav Trofimov join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to discuss these stories and more.

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Explosions in Lebanon, Far Right in Europe, Ukraine Peace Plan

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 20:40:00 +0000

A second wave explosion went off in Lebanon on Wednesday, just one day after Hezbollah pagers exploded across the country and injured thousands. Though Israel has not claimed responsibility for the attack, the Israeli defense minister said a ‘new phase’ of war has begun as Israeli troops move to the north. Then, with far-right parties in control of seven different European governments, can the European Union survive another far right resurgence? Plus, what to expect in Ukraine's peace plan. Stefanie Bolzen, Stefan Kornelius and Andrew Roth join World Review with Ivo Daalder to dive into these issues.

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Middle East Crisis, Russia-Ukraine War, US Candidates’ Foreign Policy

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 19:40:00 +0000

Following the killing of 6 hostages held by Hamas, protests pressuring Prime Minister Netanyahu to bring the hostages' home continued this week in Israel. As the Israel-Hamas conflict approaches the one-year mark, talks to return the hostages have stalled, as has progress on a cease-fire deal. Then, Russian forces began a counter-offensive against Ukraine in the southern region of Kursk, while Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow. Plus, a look at the foreign policy positions taken by each of the US presidential candidates in Tuesday night's debate. Karen DeYoung, Bobby Ghosh, and Prashant Rao join the Council's Ivo Daalder to discuss the latest on these issues.

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Sullivan in Beijing, Telegram CEO Arrest, Russia’s Hybrid Attacks

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:12:00 +0000

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan visited Beijing this week for high-level talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, laying the groundwork for another Xi-Biden summit. Meanwhile, clashes between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea have sparked fears of a wider conflict. Then, the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France has ignited controversy over free speech, encryption, and digital rights. Yasmeen Abutaleb, Jamil Anderlini, and Peter Spiegel join World Review with Ivo Daalder to discuss the potential significance of the CEO's arrest, plus Russia's hybrid attacks on NATO countries.

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Democratic Euphoria, Harris’s Foreign Policy, Middle East Waiting Game

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 17:37:00 +0000

Matt Kaminski, Ken Moriyasu, and Macarena Vidal join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to look at the key takeaways from the Democratic National Convention and views from abroad on the euphoria overwhelming Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign. Then, what would foreign policy look like in a Harris administration? Plus, Blinken leaves the Middle East with a ceasefire deal still unresolved, leaving the parties involved in a waiting game of ceasefire or war.

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Ukraine's Shock Incursion, Gaza Ceasefire, Disinformation Threats

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 18:14:00 +0000

Two weeks into their most significant incursion since the war began, Ukrainian forces continue to advance further into Russia’s Kursk region. What does this offensive mean for Putin’s image, and how far will it go? Then, a new round of Gaza ceasefire talks resumes this week without participation from Hamas, raising fears for an Iranian attack on Israel. Will this last-ditch effort end the war? Plus, the threats that disinformation poses to our democracy. Ravi Agrawal, Stefan Kornelius, and Carla Anne Robbins join the Council's Ivo Daalder on World Review to discuss these issues.

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UK Riots, Bangladesh Crisis, Escalation in the Middle East

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 9 Aug 2024 17:51:00 +0000

Following misinformation about a deadly knife attack on a children's dance class, anti-immigrant riots fueled by far-right groups continue in Britain. Then, a mass uprising forced Bangladesh's’ Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign and flee the country. Plus, tension and fears of a wider regional war have increased following Israel’s assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week. As Arab nations urge Iran to restrain from striking Israel, how could these developments affect a cease-fire deal? Anton La Guardia, David Luhnow, and Nahal Toosi join World Review with Ivo Daalder to examine these issues.

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US-Russia Prisoner Swap, Israel Strikes Iran and Lebanon, Venezuela’s Election Fallout

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 2 Aug 2024 17:08:00 +0000

The largest prisoner swap in post-Soviet history between the US and Russia took place this week. Why now and what does it mean? Then, Iran is calling for revenge and warns of regional war with Israel, following Israeli airstrikes that assassinated a key Hamas leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in the heart of Tehran. Plus, protests have erupted in Venezuela after election results declared President Nicolás Maduro the winner without providing a vote tally. With the results being disputed by the opposition and questioned internationally, the fallout has stirred tensions across Latin America. Bobby Ghosh, James Harding, and Carla Anne Robbins join guest host Deborah Amos to discuss the reactions to these stories on this week's World Review.

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Kamala Harris’s Nomination, Netanyahu’s DC Visit, Blinken Heads to Asia

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 17:01:00 +0000

Poised to be the Democratic nominee, Kamala Harris has kicked off her campaign after Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race. How does her nomination change the race, and what impact will she have on foreign policy? Then, as the Israel-Hamas war continues into its ninth month, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits DC to discuss a hostage and cease-fire deal. Plus, what to expect from Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s trip to the Indo-Pacific region. Susan Glasser, Ken Moriyasu, and Prashant Rao join World Review with Ivo Daalder this week to examine these issues.

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Trump-Vance Ticket, Netanyahu in DC, EU Leadership

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:57:00 +0000

Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump announced he would be selecting Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio as his running mate. What does Vance’s background look like, and what does the Trump-Vance ticket mean for the world? Then, as war in Gaza continues, Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to meet with President Biden in Washington DC next week and address a joint session of Congress. Plus, a look at the EU’s new leadership. Yasmeen Abutaleb, Michael Bernbaum, and Steven Erlanger join guest host Carla Anne Robbins to dive into these issues on this week’s episode of World Review.

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NATO Summit, French and British Elections, Iran’s New President

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 17:59:00 +0000

NATO leaders met this week in Washington, DC to discuss several topics on the 75th anniversary of the summit. Hot topics included Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the rise of China, and political challenges many alliance members are facing at home. Then, a look at the French and British election results and what they mean for the future of Europe. Plus, what to expect from Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s newly elected president. Kim Ghattas, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens join World Review with Ivo Daalder to dive into these issues.

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EU Politics and NATO at 75

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:15:00 +0000

As the UK and French snap elections loom, Matt Kaminski, Sylvie Kauffmann, and Giles Whittell join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss the impact and implications of these elections on Europe, the West, and the world at large. Then, looking ahead at NATO’s 75th anniversary and what we can expect at the upcoming NATO Summit.

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Ukraine Peace Plans, Putin’s North Korea Visit, Trump’s Foreign Policy

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:51:00 +0000

Last weekend, Ukraine held its first peace summit with an aim of presenting a peace plan between Ukraine and Russia. More than 100 countries and international organizations were present, but despite strong support from the West, Russia and China were absent, and key global powers refused to sign the Ukraine peace document. Then, Putin’s visit to North Korea resulted in a new mutual defense pact between the two countries. Plus, a look at Trump’s foreign policy. Steven Erlanger, Ken Moriyasu, and Nahal Toosi, join World Review with Ivo Daalder to examine these issues.

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EU Elections, G7 Summit, Gaza Ceasefire

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:08:00 +0000

Voters in 27 countries of the European Union took to the polls last week to elect the next European Parliament. While the far-right parties made major gains in France, Germany, and Italy, the centrists held on for a clear victory. How will these results impact the EU and its member states? Meanwhile, Italy hosts the G7 Summit this week as leaders come together to discuss issues such as Ukraine, Gaza, and immigration. Plus, the latest news on a ceasefire plan for Gaza. Karen DeYoung, Matt Kaminski, and Stefan Kornelius join World Review with Ivo Daalder to examine these stories.

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Mexico’s New President, Modi’s Third Term, Biden’s Cease-Fire Plan

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Jun 2024 18:04:00 +0000

Claudia Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and the former mayor of Mexico City, is set to become the first female president in the 200-year history of Mexico’s republic. What does her victory mean for Mexico? Then, in another major election across the globe, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi won a third term, though opposition parties gained seats in parliament. Now forced to form a coalition government, what will Modi’s third term look like? Plus, Biden announced a three-phase cease-fire plan from Israel to Hamas to end the war in Gaza. The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives into these issues with Deborah Amos, Bobby Ghosh, and David Luhnow on this week's World Review.

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Far-Right European Takeovers, Rafah Strike, Russia-Ukraine War Update

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 31 May 2024 23:25:00 +0000

Far-right parties are on the rise and dominating the polls in Europe. With elections happening in June, can a far-right European Union really happen? Then, dozens of civilians were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Rafah, further isolating Israel on the international stage and increasing pressure on the Biden administration to pull back support. Plus, European allies are proposing allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons inside Russia. The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives into these issues with Prashant Rao, Anna Sauerbrey, and Peter Spiegel on World Review.

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Britain's Surprise Election, China's Military Drills, ICC Indictment

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 24 May 2024 18:22:00 +0000

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a surprise announcement this week calling for a general election on July 4. Why the sudden decision, and what will follow for the United Kingdom? Then, the International Criminal Court is applying for arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and three Hamas leaders for war crimes and crimes against humanity. What does this mean for Israel and Hamas? Meanwhile, China begins military drills around Taiwan as “punishment.” Yasmeen Abutaleb, Gideon Rachman, and Carla Anne Robbins join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to share reactions to these recent gambles on this week's World Review.

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Putin Visits Xi, Russia’s Kharkiv Advance, Biden-Bibi Split

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 May 2024 16:30:00 +0000

China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin met this week in a show of unity, tightening Russia’s strategic alliance with China. What are the geopolitical implications of their “new era” partnership? Then, thousands of Ukrainians have fled border towns in the northeast Kharkiv region as Russian troops advance in new offensive. Plus, the fallout between President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu continues. Ken Moriyasu, Nahal Toosi, and Yaroslav Trofimov join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss these issues.

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From Warfighting to Humanitarian Operations – A Special Conversation with Chief of Naval Operations

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 10 May 2024 19:38:00 +0000

This week, a special edition of World Review – a conversation with ADM Lisa Franchetti, the Chief of Naval Operations, about the U.S. Navy’s role in this increasingly complex and uncertain world. ADM Franchetti is the first woman to ascend to the top leadership of the U.S. Navy and the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. A surface warfare officer, ADM Franchetti previously served as vice chief of naval operations, director for strategy, plans, and policy of the Joint Staff, and commander of the United States Sixth Fleet from 2018 to 2020. She has also commanded carrier strike groups and U.S. Naval Forces Korea during her career.

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US-Saudi Defense Pact, A Weakening Europe, Myanmar’s Civil War

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 3 May 2024 18:23:00 +0000

The United States and Saudi Arabia are nearing a historic deal that could potentially reshape Middle East geopolitics with implications for regional security, diplomatic relations, and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Meanwhile, last week French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a speech issuing a stark warning that Europe faces the possibility of demise. Plus, Myanmar is four years into a civil war with no signs of stopping and neighboring countries are concerned. Can the rebels win? The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives into these issues with Deborah Amos, Steven Erlanger, and Giles Whittell on World Review

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What’s Next For Ukraine, Scholz and Blinken Visit China

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:14:00 +0000

This week on World Review, Bobby Ghosh, Susan Glasser, and Stefan Kornelius join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss what’s next in Ukraine after Congress approved a $60 billion military aid package. Will this aid boost make an immediate impact? Plus, a look at German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s trip to China, followed by Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s own visit in an effort to stabilize relations with China for Europe and the United States.

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Israel-Iran Tensions, Ukraine Aid Vote

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 18:24:00 +0000

Yasmeen Abutaleb, Anton La Guardia, and Peter Spiegel join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to analyze the implications of Iran’s first-ever direct attack on Israel earlier this week and discuss what’s next as tensions boil, sparking fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East. Meanwhile, after months of delay, House Speaker Mike Johnson has announced a plan to vote on providing aid to Ukraine. Will it pass?

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Kishida’s State Visit, Biden Criticizes Bibi, Yellen in China

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 19:36:00 +0000

This week, President Biden hosted Japanese Prime Minister Kishida to discuss Ukraine, AI and security in East Asia emphasizing the Japan-US alliance. Then, Biden criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as the Israel-Hamas war enters its sixth month, deepening the Israel-US rift. Plus, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen concluded her trip to China to renew US-China dialogue. Ken Moriyasu, Prashant Rao, and Carla Anne Robbins join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to examine these issues.

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Latest Israeli Strikes, Post-Erdogan Turkey, AI Safety

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 5 Apr 2024 19:01:00 +0000

The World Central Kitchen has suspended operations in Gaza after an Israeli airstrike killed 7 aid workers. Another Israeli airstrike in Damascus is igniting fears of retaliatory strikes from Iran. Meanwhile, Turkey's nationwide local elections dealt Turkish President Erdogan's ruling AK Party a major electoral defeat, signaling a change in Turkey’s political landscape, as the main opposition group claimed victory in major cities. Plus, the United States and United Kingdom signed an agreement on AI safety testing. Deborah Amos, Jamil Anderlini, and Ryan Heath join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss these issues.

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Moscow Terror Attack, Growing Biden-Netanyahu Tensions

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 19:17:00 +0000

Last week’s attack on Crocus City Hall was Russia’s deadliest terror attack in almost two decades, killing at least 137 people. The Islamic State took responsibility for the attack, yet Putin suggested Ukraine and the West had a role, connecting it to the war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the United Nations Security Council approved a Gaza ceasefire resolution as the United States abstains, upsetting Netanyahu and prompting Israel to cancel a delegation visit to Washington and pull out of hostage talks. Matt Kaminski, Catherine Philp, and Philip Stephens join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss these issues.

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From Sudan to Gaza—A Special Conversation with David Miliband

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 15:57:00 +0000

The number and severity of humanitarian crises are multiplying and intensifying. To talk about why this is happening and what can be done, the Council’s Ivo Daalder spoke with David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee and former Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom for a special edition of World Review

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Russia’s Presidential Election, Famine in Gaza, Haiti Crisis

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:59:00 +0000

Voting in Russia's presidential election has already begun and continues through this weekend. What will another six years of Putin in power mean for the world? Then, exacerbated by Israel restricting the flow of aid, the Gaza Strip is on the brink of famine. Will the Netanyahu government shift course following intense international pressure, including the EU Foreign Policy Chief saying starvation is being used as a weapon of war? Plus, Haiti’s crisis escalates as gangs have seized control of its capital Port-au-Prince and the government is on the verge of collapse. Yasmeen Abutaleb, Ravi Agrawal, and Giles Whittell join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to unpack this week's top global news.

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Trump vs. Biden, Germany's Leaked Audio, Gaza Cease-fire Talks

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 8 Mar 2024 19:59:00 +0000

Results from Super Tuesday set the stage for a Biden-Trump rematch this November. What does that mean for the world? Germany vows to investigate after a leaked recording emerges between top-ranking German officers on the country’s Russia-Ukraine war strategy, exposing divisions among Western Allies. And pressure mounts for a cease-fire in Gaza before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives in with James Harding, Matt Kaminski, and Anna Sauerbrey on World Review.

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2 Years In: The Russia-Ukraine War

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 1 Mar 2024 19:09:00 +0000

In February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Today, Ukraine is fighting for the country’s survival and is desperate for international military aid. Anton La Guardia, Catherine Philp, and Yaroslav Trofimov join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss Ukraine’s future, and current European and U.S. perspectives on the two-year anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Navalny's Death, Israel Strikes Rafah, Concerns in Munich

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:25:00 +0000

The sudden death of Alexei Navalny has strengthened Putin’s impunity. With the death toll nearing 30,000, the WHO warns that the Gaza Strip is now a “death zone.” Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes expand in the region as a new cease-fire deal is underway. World leaders and defense officials met in Munich last week, exposing concerns over the U.S. commitment to Ukraine and Kyiv’s ability to win the war. The Council's Ivo Daalder hosts World Review with Deborah Amos, Karen DeYoung, and Steve Erlanger for a discussion on these issues.

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Trump's NATO Remarks, Israel's Rafah Offensive, Pakistan Elections

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 20:06:00 +0000

Former President Donald Trump faces backlash following recent comments suggesting Russia invade NATO nations, reigniting fears that his re-election would weaken the defense alliance. Tensions continue to grow between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel’s invasion of Rafah looms. And following controversial parliamentary elections, Pakistan heads toward a coalition government. CFR’s Carla Anne Robbins guest-hosts World Review with Yasmeen Abutaleb, Prashant Rao, and Peter Spiegel to discuss these issues.

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Leadership Shakeup in Ukraine, Blinken Back in Mideast, New Northern Ireland Government

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 9 Feb 2024 20:39:00 +0000

Due to the struggling war effort, President Zelensky is considering replacing Ukraine's military and political leadership. Meanwhile, in Washington, Congress is beginning to search for alternative routes to pass aid to Ukraine. Amid heightened tensions, Blinken heads to the Middle East to discuss a possible cease-fire and hostage deal. Northern Ireland appointed Sinn Fein’s Michelle O'Neill, its first nationalist leader. The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives in with Laura Barrón-López, and Philip Stephens on World Review.

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Jordan Drone Strike, US-China Relations, Farmer Protests in Europe

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 2 Feb 2024 19:51:00 +0000

President Biden vowed to retaliate after a drone strike in Jordan killed three U.S. soldiers but does not want to seek a wider war in the region. U.S. and China held talks in Thailand stabilizing relations between the two countries as a sense of crisis fades. Farmer protests are spreading across Europe over rising costs, unfair competition, and subsidy costs. With several upcoming European elections approaching Ravi Agrawal, Susan Glasser, and Giles Whittell join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss what this means for the future of climate polices and more on this week’s World Review.

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Germany's Far Right Protests, Netanyahu Criticism, North Korea’s Unification Renege

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 21:07:00 +0000

Tens of thousands protest in Germany against the country’s far-right AfD party, following a report that extremists discussed plans for the mass deportation of immigrants. Despite increasing criticism, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu restated his opposition to a two-state solution. Then, in a historic break, North Korea drops from its constitution the commitment to unification with South Korea. The Council's Ivo Daalder hosts World Review with Stefan Kornelius, Peter Spiegel, and Carla Anne Robbins to discuss these issues.

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Taiwan Election, New ‘Axis of Evil,’ ICJ Genocide Case

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 20:08:00 +0000

Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Deborah Amos, and Yaroslav Trofimov join the Council’s Ivo Daalder to discuss the global impact of Taiwan’s presidential election. Then, how Russia's war with Ukraine has formed a new “axis of evil.” Plus, key takeaways from hearings at the International Court of Justice on South Africa's genocide case against Israel.

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Blinken in the Middle East, Red Sea Attacks, U.S.-China Relations

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:07:00 +0000

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.

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Headlines to Watch in 2024

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 5 Jan 2024 20:40:00 +0000

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.

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US Pressures Israel, Biggest Stories of 2023, Global Elections

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 18:54:00 +0000

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?

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Zelensky Visits Washington, Biden-Netanyahu Tensions, Poland's Future

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 22:11:00 +0000

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.

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Fighting in South Gaza, Ukraine Aid, Growth of A.I.

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 8 Dec 2023 22:21:00 +0000

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.

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Latest on Israel-Hamas War, Ukraine Stalemate, COP28

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 1 Dec 2023 20:25:00 +0000

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.

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Middle East Crisis, Biden-Bibi Divide, U.S.-China Relations

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 20:09:00 +0000

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.

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Israel-Hamas War: Criticism, War Crimes, Escalation

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 3 Nov 2023 20:18:00 +0000

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.

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Crisis in the Middle East: Views From Around The World

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 18:46:00 +0000

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.

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Containing the Israel-Hamas War, Polish Elections

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:44:00 +0000

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.

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Israel-Hamas War

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:10:00 +0000

Since Hamas attacked Israel on Saturday, killing at least 1,200 people and kidnapping about 150, including Americans, the atrocities continue to grow. At least 1,400 Palestinians have been killed in the violence, and Israel has massed troops on the border with Gaza, placing the territory under siege. This week — James Harding, Prashant Rao and Nahal Toosi join World Review with Ivo Daalder to examine the latest on the Israel-Hamas War, its global implications, and what it means for the future of the Middle East.

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Ukraine Support, Tensions in Kosovo and Serbia, Canada-India Feud

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 6 Oct 2023 19:39:00 +0000

Bipartisan support for U.S. military assistance in Ukraine is declining. Meanwhile, what does Kevin McCarthy’s ouster mean for the future of Ukraine funding? Plus, tensions have escalated between Serbia and Kosovo, with some warning things could turn violent. And frictions between Canada and India have deepened over the murder of a Canadian Sikh. The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives in with Steven Erlanger, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens on World Review.

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Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict, US-Saudi-Israel Deal, Latest on Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 19:48:00 +0000

Thousands of ethnic Armenians are fleeing their homes in Nagorno-Karabakh after Azerbaijan launched a military offensive last week, leaving the future of the region in question. We take a look at how this decades-long conflict will affect geopolitics from China to Europe to the Middle East. The U.S. continues to work toward a normalization deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel. Plus, the latest on Ukraine. The Council’s Ivo Daalder discusses these issues with Ravi Agrawal, Catherine Philp, and Gideon Rachman on World Review.

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China's Missing Cabinet, UNGA, US-Iran Prisoner Deal

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:27:00 +0000

The disappearance of China’s defense minister General Li and former foreign minister Qun Gang raises questions about a potential purge in Xi’s government. Global leaders gathered for the annual meeting at the U.N. General Assembly to discuss their highest priorities. Plus, how did the U.S. and Iran reach a $6 billion prisoner swap deal? The Council's Ivo Daalder unpacks these issues with Jamil Anderlini, Bobby Ghosh, and Susan Glasser on World Review.

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BRICS Summit, Saudi Border Crimes, Ukraine's Counteroffensive Critics

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 17:33:00 +0000

Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin is presumed dead after a plane crash in Russia. All eyes are on the BRICS summit as the debate over expansion continues. US officials are becoming increasingly critical of Ukraine's counteroffensive strategy. And finally, the Saudi government has committed crimes against humanity at its border. The Council's Ivo Daalder dives into these issues with Bobby Ghosh, Steve Erlanger, and Nahal Toosi.

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Trilateral Ties in East Asia, A.I. in the Gulf, Economic Troubles in China

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 16:45:00 +0000

Biden aims to deepen trilateral ties with South Korea and Japan to create a united front against North Korea and China. Saudi Arabia and the UAE have made massive investments in the AI business, raising concerns about potential human rights abuses. Plus, China’s economy appears to be faltering, leaving many wondering how the CCP government will respond and the international community will react. The Council's Ivo Daalder discusses all of this with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Ryan Heath, and Carla Anne Robbins.

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Niger Coup, Saudi Peace Summit, China’s Deflation

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 17:38:00 +0000

Anti-French rhetoric fuels the coup in Niger as West African countries meet to discuss the crisis. Then, Saudi Arabia hosts senior officials from over 40 countries to discuss ending the war in Ukraine—without Russia at the table. Plus, China’s economy falls into deflation and the foreign minister remains missing. The Council’s Ivo Daalder dives in with Jamil Anderlini, Catherine Philp, and Peter Spiegel on World Review.

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Middle East Peace, Pakistani Elections, Ukraine War Updates

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 4 Aug 2023 17:15:00 +0000

The Biden Administration gets serious about normalization between Saudi Arabia, but what will it take to close the deal? Plus, a recent terrorist attack roils the Pakistani political environment before upcoming elections. And suicide drones are flown into Russian territory just as developing nations are set to gather to sketch out a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Guest host Carla Anne Robbins discusses this and more with Deb Amos, Nirmal Ghosh, and Gideon Rachman.

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Israeli Democracy, Russia-Africa Summit, and Spanish Elections

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:18:00 +0000

Netanyahu’s judiciary bill has passed despite protests from the Israeli public and consternation from the Biden administration. Putin hosts African leaders after pulling out of the grain deal with Ukraine, and the Spanish far-right falls short in elections, although the new government's composition remains uncertain. The Council's Ivo Daalder discusses all this with Giles Whittell of Tortoise Media, and Elise Labott of Zivvy Media.

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Global Heat Waves, Ukraine Grain Deal, China’s Slowdown

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:36:00 +0000

Intense heat is moving across the United States, Europe, and parts of Asia as wildfires rage and historic high temperatures are forecasted to continues for weeks. Meanwhile, Russia withdraws from the Black Sea grain deal and intensifies military attacks across Ukraine. And China's economy falters, posing challenges for Xi Jinping and the global economy. The Council's Ivo Daalder discusses with Bobby Ghosh, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens on World Review.

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NATO and Ukraine, Israel's Judicial Coup, and French Unrest

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 16:39:00 +0000

Ukraine's path to joining NATO seems circuitous at the Vilnius summit. Israelis protest again as the nation's judiciary overhaul bill makes its way toward passing. And France faces questions of systemic discrimination in policing as protests turn to riots. The Council's Ivo Daalder discusses with Deb Amos, Roger Cohen, and Prashant Rao on World Review.

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NATO's Future, China De-escalation, Israel-Palestine Flare-Up

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Jul 2023 17:06:00 +0000

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen heads to China as part of the Biden administration's continuing effort to normalize relations with the PRC. Israel’s recent raid on the West Bank's Jenin Camp raises fresh concerns for human rights and the Palestinian peace process. And finally, Ukraine tops the agenda at NATO’s Vilnius summit, but what commitments does it want and what will it realistically get? Council CEO Ivo Daalder dives in with Jamil Anderlini, Bobby Ghosh, and Susan Glasser on World Review.

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Global Reactions to Prigozhin's Rebellion

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:52:00 +0000

All eyes were on Russia as Wagner mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin lead a mutiny against Vladimir Putin. Though over in less than 24 hours, questions remain on the rebellion's lasting effects on Putin's regime, the battlefield in Ukraine, and Russia’s allies. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes these developments with Stefan Kornelius, Catherine Philp, and Peter Speigel on World Review.

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Blinken Visits China and Germany's First National Security Strategy

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:50:00 +0000

Secretary of State Antony Blinken and China's Xi Jinping both expressed satisfaction with the progress made during Blinken's long-anticipated trip to Beijing. Plus, will Germany's new national security strategy accomplish its goals? Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Steven Erlanger, and Philip Stephens analyze the key takeaways on World Review with Ivo.

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The Global Implications of Trump's Indictment

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 20:37:00 +0000

The formal accusation of former President Donald Trump has important implications for US national security. Chinese government spies are reported in Cuba just Secretary Blinken is slated to visit the PRC. And what can we expect now that the Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun? Ivo Daalder discusses with Susan Glasser, Carla Anne Robbins, and Giles Whittell on World Review.

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US-China Standoff and the Tiananmen Massacre Remembered

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 9 Jun 2023 19:27:00 +0000

US-China tension is on display in Singapore as global defense chiefs gather for the Shangri-La dialogues. Then, Ukraine continues to gain ground as their counteroffensive gets underway. Plus, 34 years later, a look back on the Tiananmen Massacre. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes these issues with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Jamil Anderlini, and Anton La Guardia on World Review.

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Zelenskyy On Tour and Global South at the G7 Summit

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 26 May 2023 23:35:00 +0000

This week, President Zelenskyy stopped in Europe, Saudi Arabia, and at the G7 summit in Japan to keep crucial support flowing to Ukraine. Plus, the G7 stepped up efforts to support the Global South and counter China’s growing influence in the region. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes the geopolitical significance with Karen DeYoung, Steven Erlanger, and Peter Spiegel on World Review.

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Turkish Elections, the G7 Summit, and the Future of AI

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 19 May 2023 20:56:00 +0000

After a contentious election, Turkish voters will return to the polls on May 28 for a runoff election after President Erdogan and his rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu both fell short of the 50-percent threshold needed. Then, Japan is hosting the G7 summit sans China and Russia who were not invited to Hiroshima. Plus, which countries are leading the AI race? CFR’s Carla Robbins guest hosts World Review with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, James Harding, and Ryan Heath for a discussion on these issues.

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Summit in Seoul, Victory Day, Syria Joins Arab League

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 12 May 2023 20:34:00 +0000

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida discuss steps to strengthen security and economic cooperation. Meanwhile, Europe celebrates the 78th anniversary of Victory Day. Plus, Syria returns to the Arab League. CFR’s Carla Anne Robbins guest hosts World Review with Nirmal Ghosh, Stefan Kornelius, and Philip Stephens to discuss.

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Biden Meets Marcos, Turkish Elections, and Ukraine's Counteroffensive

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 5 May 2023 20:10:00 +0000

President Biden hosts Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to address growing concern about Chinese naval presence in the South China Sea. Plus, will Erdogan’s two-decade rule come to an end in the upcoming Turkish elections? And in Ukraine, a counteroffensive appears imminent. Council President Ivo Daalder unpacks these issues with Bobby Ghosh, Prashant Rao, and Nahal Toosi.

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Sudan Crisis and the Wagner Group's Influence in Africa

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 19:03:00 +0000

Despite a three-day ceasefire, violence continues between Sudan’s top two generals competing for control of the country's remaining oil and energy resources. Once the fighting broke out, the leader of Russia’s Wagner Group offered to help mediate in the conflict. What is Russia's objective in Sudan? NPR’s Deborah Amos guests hosts World Review with Ryan Heath, Yvonne Murray, and Giles Whittell to discuss.

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Lula in China, Conflict in Sudan, and NATO Reborn

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 19:42:00 +0000

Brazilian President Lula da Silva has proposed that Brazil and China form a “peace club” to broker an end to the war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, does fighting in Sudan foretell a civil war? Plus, Putin's invasion continues to revolutionize NATO with the Ukraine Defense Contact Group convening in Germany on Friday. Council President Ivo Daalder talks details with Steve Erlanger, Prashant Rao, and Carla Robbins on World Review.

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Macron Goes Off Script

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:33:00 +0000

French President Emmanuel Macron has sparked outrage by sounding off on his return flight from China. Meanwhile, US officials scramble to reassure allies following a leak of highly classified information about the war in Ukraine. Plus, the IMF and World Bank spring meetings are underway in Washington. Council President Ivo Daalder talks details with Jamil Anderlini, Ryan Heath, and Elise Labott on World Review.

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Trump's Indictment, EU Leaders in China, Tsai Meets McCarthy

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Apr 2023 20:15:00 +0000

Donald Trump has been indicted on 34 felony counts, the first criminal charges to be brought against a former president. What does this mean for America's global standing and the future of its criminal justice system? Meanwhile, Emmanuel Macron and Ursula von der Leyen head to China and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen meets with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Plus, Northern Ireland marks 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement. Council President Ivo Daalder tackles these issues with Deborah Amos, Nirmal Ghosh, and Philip Stephens on World Review.

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French Backlash and Netanyahu Takes a Pause

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 20:09:00 +0000

Clashes continue in France over pension reform, raising pressure on Macron. Meanwhile, Netanyahu pauses judicial reform after public outcry for sacking his defense minister. Plus, Xi Jinping met with Putin for two days of joint criticism of the West and Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen arrives stateside. Council President Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Roger Cohen, Bobby Ghosh, and Anton La Guardia on World Review.

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The Iraq War 20 Years Later

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 19:47:00 +0000

This week marked the 20th anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq. The World Review team looks back at the war’s impact on the Middle East, the West, and global stability, and the international cost of American intervention in Iraq when it comes to support for issues like Ukraine today. Council President Ivo Daalder is joined by Susan Glasser, Gideon Rachman, and Carla Anne Robbins.

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China's Changing Reach: The Saudi-Iran Deal and AUKUS Sub Upset

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 19:19:00 +0000

Beijing brokers a deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran, with big implications for the civil war in Yemen. Plus, the AUKUS crew unveils plans for nuclear-powered Australian submarines. What does this mean for the future of US-China tensions and the potential repercussions in the Indo-Pacific? Council President Ivo Daalder dives in with Deborah Amos, Jamil Anderlini, and Peter Spiegel on World Review.

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Xi's Third Term, Russia Stumbles, and India’s G-20 Fallout

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 20:54:00 +0000

President Xi Jinping tightens his grip over the Chinese Communist Party by embarking on a third five-year term. Meanwhile, Russia’s new offensive sputters as Ukraine builds up its own forces. Plus, fallout from the G-20 meeting begs the question: has India’s foreign policy hit a wall? Council President Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Ravi Agrawal, Steven Erlanger, and Nahal Toosi on World Review.

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Scholz Goes to Washington, Change in the EU, Protests in Israel

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Sat, 4 Mar 2023 00:30:00 +0000

Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Biden are set to discuss Germany's shifting role in Europe after a year of Russia's war. How can both nations best support Ukraine? Plus, Israeli police crack down on the thousands protesting Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul. Guest host Carla Anne Robbins is joined by Caroline de Gruyter, Bobby Ghosh, and Stefan Kornelius to talk details on World Review.

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The Superpowers after One Year of War in Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:33:00 +0000

President Biden showed solidarity with Ukraine in a surprise visit to Kyiv, while China’s top diplomat Wang Yi touched down in Russia to strengthen the countries' relationship. Is this meeting a precursor to one between Putin and Xi? Plus, Putin suspends Russia's participation in the New START nuclear pact. CFR’s Carla Anne Robbins guests hosts World Review with Karen DeYoung, Steve Erlanger, and Nirmal Ghosh for a discussion on where the three powers stand at the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Earthquake Fallout, Spy Balloon Hysteria, Ammo for Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 22:48:00 +0000

In this week’s show: Presidents Erdogan and Assad face mounting criticism for their governments’ woeful earthquake responses, NATO allies sound the alarm on Ukraine’s ammunition shortage, and spy balloon hysteria continues to strain US-China relations. The Atlantic’s Kim Ghattas guest hosts World Review with Susan Glasser, Prashant Rao, and Peter Spiegel to discuss.

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Balloon-gate, Earthquakes, and Russia's New Offensive

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 21:00:00 +0000

The death toll climbs above 20,000 in Turkey and Syria following two massive earthquakes, while China’s spy balloon raises US-China tensions. How will presidents Erdogan and Xi face the tests of their leadership? Plus, Ukraine expects a new Russian offensive in the east as attacks intensify. Council President Ivo Daalder dives in with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Stefan Kornelius, and Giles Whittell on World Review.

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Tensions in Israel, Post-Brexit Britain, India's Rise

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 3 Feb 2023 20:51:00 +0000

Continuing violence and Netanyahu’s bid to limit judicial powers loomed over Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel this week, bringing to light a tonal shift in the US-Israel relationship. Meanwhile, Britain faces still more scandals three years on from Brexit. Plus, the United States and India ally on tech to compete with China and Russia. Council President Ivo Daalder examines this and more with Deborah Amos, Bobby Ghosh, and Philip Stephens on World Review.

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Xi U-Turns, Biden's Green Subsidies, Ukraine Gets Its Tanks

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 21:02:00 +0000

President Xi Jinping has introduced a series of policy shifts to turn the narrative around as the fallout from zero-COVID further strains China's economy. Will this smooth relations with the West, and is this new push authentic? Plus, what does the latest US-EU clash over clean energy subsidies mean for the future of climate change and global trade? And finally, Germany and the United States agree to send tanks to Ukraine. Ivo Daalder discusses with Jamil Anderlini, Elise Labott, and Peter Spiegel on World Review.

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The End of Globalization, Tanks to Ukraine, Iran Protests

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 21:29:00 +0000

As leaders gather in Davos for the first time since Covid-19, the state of global affairs remains grim, from the ongoing war in Ukraine to climate change and a possible global recession. We’ll discuss the relationship between geopolitics and geoeconomics and offer potential solutions. Then, Western powers will meet later this week to decide whether to send tanks to Ukraine. Plus, the protests against the Iranian regime continue. Will the Islamic Republic break? Council President Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Steve Erlanger, Kim Ghattas, and James Harding on World Review.

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Brazil and Jan 6, Israel's Future, China Reopens Borders

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:30:00 +0000

Thousands of Bolsonaro supporters stormed Brazil’s key government buildings, in scenes reminiscent of the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. We’ll look at the similarities and differences between the two coup attempts. Then, we’ll analyze Netanyahu’s new government that is pushing a far-right agenda. Plus, after pivoting on “zero covid” policy, China reopened its borders for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began. What does this mean for the global economy? Ivo Daalder discusses with Ravi Agrawal nand Giles Whittell on World Review.

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Looking Ahead To 2023

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 6 Jan 2023 21:43:00 +0000

Bobby Ghosh, Susan Glasser, and Prashant Rao join Council President Ivo Daalder as they look ahead to discuss 2023's biggest stories in their eyes. From the Ukraine-Russia war, and Turkey's general election to China’s mismanagement of COVID-19, and the impact it has on the global economy, they analyze key predictions on what lies ahead in the new year.

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The Stories That Shaped 2022

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:28:00 +0000

Karen DeYoung, Steve Erlanger, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo Daalder to discuss 2022’s biggest stories in their eyes. From the Ukraine-Russia war and its impact on global markets to the faltering of authoritarian rule and the unexpected revival of the West, they reflect on a tumultuous year and what 2023 might hold.

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China Bends on Zero-COVID and Xi Goes to the Gulf

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 9 Dec 2022 23:56:00 +0000

China has eased its zero-COVID policies in a major concession to protesters, but is its public health system ready for a case increase? Meanwhile, what does Xi Jinping’s visit to Saudi Arabia mean for Sino-Arab ties? Plus, Israel's Netanyahu has returned to power with ultra-nationalist coalition allies, and the EU’s price cap on Russian oil is off to a rocky start. Ivo Daalder discusses with Kim Ghattas, Bobby Ghosh, and Peter Spiegel on World Review.

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Protests in China, EU Oil Embargo, and Macron's State Visit

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 2 Dec 2022 22:24:00 +0000

How far will Xi Jinping go in cracking down on the demonstrations against China's zero-COVID policy, and is reversing his previous stance even on the table? Meanwhile, the EU attempts to impose a price cap on Russian oil while Chevron resumes petroleum extraction in Venezuela. And Emmanuel Macron's US state visit is overshadowed by NATO trade tensions. Ivo Daalder discusses the details with Ravi Agrawal, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, and Giles Whittell on World Review.

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COP27, War Spills to Poland, and Midterms Impact G20

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 21:05:00 +0000

The global South flexed its muscle at COP27 this week, including a pledge to end deforestation in the Amazon from Brazil. Meanwhile, tensions have heightened between NATO and Russia as the war in Ukraine spills over to Poland and fears of escalation rise. Finally, the world reacts to US Midterm results in real time at the G20 summit and beyond. Guest host Carla Robbins explores global reactions with Deborah Amos, Steve Erlanger, and Philip Stephens.

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Lula's Comeback, Israeli Elections, and Ethiopia's Truce

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 4 Nov 2022 19:09:00 +0000

President Lula da Silva's narrow victory against Jair Bolsonaro has heavy implications for Brazil's democratic institutions and the global fight against climate change. In Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu's conservative coalition is projected to win with the help of the far right. Council President Ivo Daalder explores these comebacks and the news of a truce in Ethiopia, joined by Bobby Ghosh, Susan Glasser, and James Harding on World Review.

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Xi Consolidates Power and Nuclear Antics From Russia

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 21:05:00 +0000

What does Xi Jinping’s power grab at the conclusion of China’s Communist Party Congress imply, and what should we expect from his next five years in power? Plus, the West accuses Russia of plotting to use a “dirty bomb” laced with nuclear material. Council President Ivo Daalder examines these claims and the likelihood of a Russian nuclear strike, joined by Lijia Zhang, Foreign Policy editor in chief Ravi Argawal, and Semafor's Prashant Rao on World Review.

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Goodbye to Truss, Hello (Again) to Xi, Iran Protests Persist

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 20:43:00 +0000

All eyes are on Europe as Liz Truss steps down, begging the question: what does this mean for the future of Britain? Meanwhile, China’s Party Congress continues, with plans to cement Xi Jinping’s third term this weekend. Finally, protest movements persist within Iran despite institutional forces rallying hard against them. Steve Erlanger, Nirmal Ghosh, and Nahal Toosi join Council President Ivo Daalder to discuss on World Review.

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Ukraine War Escalates, OPEC's Fallout, and Kim's Nuclear Games

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:31:00 +0000

The war in Ukraine intensifies as Russia hurls missiles at civilians and critical infrastructure across the country. OPEC scales back oil production, with big repercussions for Saudi Arabia’s complicated US relationship. And North Korea moves closer to its first nuclear test in five years with the threat of conflict on the peninsula rising. Elise Labott, Stefan Kornelius, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder on World Review to discuss the fallout.

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Russian Setbacks in Ukraine, Truss's Rocky Start, US-China Microchip Wars

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Oct 2022 19:47:00 +0000

This week: continued setbacks for Russia in Ukraine within territory Putin claims to have annexed, along with an update on global attitudes on the conflict. We’ll also turn to the UK in the aftermath of the Truss government’s disastrous mini-budget proposal, and what it could portend for the rest of her premiership. Finally, we’ll round out with a discussion on the US and China’s protracted efforts to secure global supply chains for critical microchip components.

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Iran Protests, Europe Gets Tough on China, Russia Resists Mobilization

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 18:58:00 +0000

Continued protests after Mahsa Amini’s death have sparked government reprisals in Iran. Europe realigns against China in the wake of myriad economic, political, and human rights concern. And Putin’s mobilization faces a chaotic start with administrative errors, street demonstrations, and a mass exodus of draft-eligible Russians. Council President Ivo Daalder examines the long term implications for the world at large with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Jamil Anderlini, and Bobby Ghosh.

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Putin Upsets UNGA, Rise of the Euroright, and Iran Protests

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 22:26:48 +0000

This week, the UN General Assembly meets in New York to discuss a world “in peril”—made all the more so by Vladimir Putin’s decision to mobilize for more war. Elections in Sweden and Italy impact the future of far-right politics in Europe, and with growing civil unrest in Iran, prospects for a revived nuclear deal may be fading. Join Ivo and Steve Erlanger, Kim Ghattas, Peter Spiegel to unpack.

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Xi-Putin Summit, the UK after Elizabeth, and Ukraine Strikes Back

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 21:11:56 +0000

As Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping meet in Uzbekistan, does their nations' partnership truly have “no limits”? What does Queen Elizabeth II’s passing mean for the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and Britain’s global role? And what might Ukrainian gains on the battlefield mean for the war's outcome and for continued Western support of Kyiv? Elise Labott, Philip Stephens, and Giles Whittell join Council President Ivo Daalder to discuss.

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America, China, and the Avoidable War (Replay)

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 9 Sep 2022 14:06:49 +0000

The evolution of the United States and China relationship has global ramifications. From the war in Ukraine and Asia Pacific security to climate change and economic growth, solutions to a host of global challenges could hinge on the ability of the world’s two superpowers to manage their differences constructively. Kevin Rudd, a former Australian prime minister who has studied, lived in, and worked with China for more than forty years, joins Council President Ivo Daalder to demystify both nations’ geopolitical objectives and consider what it will take to avoid a catastrophic conflict.

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Gorbachev's Legacy, Russian Visas, and Liz Truss

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 2 Sep 2022 19:10:00 +0000

Caroline de Gruyter, Gideon Rachman, and Prashant Rao join Ivo Daalder to reflect on the life and legacy of Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev before a look at the EU’s move to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists. Plus, if UK favorite Liz Truss succeeds Boris Johnson, how will she measure up with foreign policy?

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Six Months of War in Ukraine, Global Droughts, Finnish Partygate

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 16:48:57 +0000

Ukraine marks its Independence Day six months since the start of Russia’s invasion. What shape has this brutal war left either side in, and where does the conflict go from here? Plus, extreme heat and record-breaking droughts have left countries around the world scorched and in short food supply as weather extremes become the norm. And finally, how to read the countervailing barrage of criticism, and upswell of support for Finland’s Prime Minister Sanna Marin facing criticism over “partygate” videos.

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Afghanistan One Year On, Attacks on Ukraine Power Plant, Iran Deal

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 17:35:05 +0000

One year after the bungled withdrawal from Afghanistan, the World Review team looks at competing narratives about what happened and why—and where it leaves the Afghan people. Also this week: Zaporizhzhia’s nuclear plant has become a new frontline of the war to control Ukraine, and fuel for skyrocketing anxiety for EU leaders fearful of a serious nuclear incident. Plus—an Iran deal is in the offing.

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Fallout from Pelosi's Taiwan Visit and Elections in Kenya

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 16:34:27 +0000

This week: far from standing down in the Taiwan Strait, China has pledged to regularly patrol the area and remain ready for combat. How might this aggressive stance play out in the wake of Nancy Pelosi’s visit, and what position should the United States take in plotting a path forward? Then, elections in Kenya and what low turnout means for the future of democracy.

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Russia, China, and the Battle for Global Dominance

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 5 Aug 2022 13:46:19 +0000

Catherine Ashton, Robert Kagan, Kishore Mahbubani, join Ivo Daalder discuss the new geopolitical order emerging from Russia and China’s efforts to counter US power.

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Putin’s Gas Game, Pelosi Eyes Taiwan, Latest on Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:22:17 +0000

This week: as Russia weaponizes its gas supply in an attempt to subdue Europe with the threat of a very cold winter, we examine the possible responses to, and repercussions of, that strategy. Also, the worsening situation on the ground in Ukraine, and the debate over Nancy Pelosi’s planned trip to Taiwan. Joining us: Jamil Anderlini of POLITICO Europe, Susan Glasser of the New Yorker, and Ryan Heath of POLITICO.

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The Perfect Storm – Heat Waves, Energy Crunches, and Climate Change

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 16:35:42 +0000

As the Northern Hemisphere battles record-setting heat waves and wildfires, Europe barrels towards a winter energy shortage that will chill homes and industrial output alike. This week—Nirmal Ghosh, Amna Nawaz, and Elise Labott join Ivo Daalder to examine a perfect storm of energy and environment crises. Also up for discussion: What did Biden and Putin accomplish in their respective trips to the Middle East? And we’ll get the latest on unrest in Sri Lanka.

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Biden in the Middle East, Britain’s Next Leader, Sri Lanka’s Collapse

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 17:21:53 +0000

Ravi Agrawal, Bianna Golodryga, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the outcome of Biden’s trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia. Then, how rising energy prices may be contributing to Ukraine war fatigue. Plus, a look at who will lead Britain and how Sri Lanka can recover from its collapse.

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Boris Johnson's Resignation, Xi Declares Victory in Hong Kong, Biden Shifts to Middle East

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 8 Jul 2022 17:10:33 +0000

Karen DeYoung, Bobby Ghosh, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder to discuss Boris Johnson’s historic resignation. Then, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Hong Kong marks the 25th anniversary under Beijing's rule. Plus, back from Europe, President Biden will travel to the Middle East next week, making stops in Israel, the West Bank, and Saudi Arabia in hopes of rebuilding relations in the region.

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G7 and NATO Leaders Meet, Ukraine Stalemate, New Hope for Iran Nuclear Talks?

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 1 Jul 2022 19:26:41 +0000

Stefan Kornelius, Carla Robbins, and Peter Spiegel join World Review with Ivo to discuss key takeaways from the G7 and NATO Summits that concluded this week. Then a look at where the Ukraine War is heading. Plus, the latest on talks in Qatar in a last-ditch effort to revive the 2015 Iranian nuclear agreement.

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Russia's Gas Squeeze, Three Major Summits, Colombia and France Veer Left

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 20:37:43 +0000

Ravi Agrawal, Sylvie Kauffmann, and Giles Whittell join guest host Carla Robbins to discuss Russia’s gas squeeze on Europe and the impact on climate policies. Then, they analyze the weekend's election outcomes in France and Colombia and their global significance. Plus, summits galore: the latest on the upcoming EU, G7, and NATO gatherings.

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Ukraine's EU Bid, Shangri-La Dialogue, and Biden’s Visit to Saudi Arabia

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:41:13 +0000

Kim Ghattas, Nirmal Ghosh, and Stefan Kornelius join guest host Carla Robbins to discuss the US-China relations dominating the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. Then, what to expect from President Biden's July visit to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Ukraine's EU candidacy, and global reactions to the January 6 hearings.

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Biden's Summit of the Americas, China's Goals in the South Pacific, Updates on Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 18:04:59 +0000

Jamil Anderlini, Carla Robbins, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder to discuss the South Pacific and why it’s the next US-China contest. Then, President Biden’s Summit of the Americas is off to a rocky start as Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador declines to attend. What does this mean for US policy towards Latin America? Plus, the latest on the war in Ukraine.

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Biden's Iran Deal, Fissures over Ukraine, Trouble Brews for Boris Johnson

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 3 Jun 2022 18:45:00 +0000

Bobby Ghosh and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss whether the latest revelation in the Iran nuclear talks mean the deal is dead. Then, pressure mounts as Boris Johnson faces new threats of confidence over the latest “partygate” report. Plus, emerging fissures over the endgame in Ukraine.

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Biden’s Taiwan Defense, Endgame in Ukraine, and the Global Food Catastrophe

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 27 May 2022 19:59:37 +0000

Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Susan Glasser, and Giles Whittell join Ivo to discuss Biden’s comments about defending Taiwan against Chinese attack as tensions mount between the US and China over Taiwan. Then, as war aims are shifting on both sides, what is the likely endgame in Russia's war on Ukraine? Plus, how the Russian-Ukraine war is adding to fears of a global food crisis.

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Putin Shifts on NATO, Biden's Asia Trip, and the Summit of the Americas

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 20 May 2022 19:35:17 +0000

Now that Finland and Sweden have applied for NATO membership, breaking decades of non-alignment, Karen DeYoung, Gideon Rachman, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo to discuss what happens next and why Putin claims he’s ok with their membership. Then, previewing Biden’s first Asia trip and why countries are threatening to boycott the Summit of the Americas next month.

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Russia vs. Europe, Northern Ireland, and Globalization's End?

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Sat, 14 May 2022 06:16:59 +0000

Caroline de Gruyter, James Harding, and Ryan Heath join Ivo to discuss two competing views on Europe—Putin's and Macron’s. Then, how a Sinn Fein victory in Northern Ireland could affect the Brexit deal’s Ireland asterisk and what trade disruptions and China’s zero-COVID fallout mean for globalization.

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Europe Mulls Oil Ban, Russia’s Victory Day, and US-Saudi Relations

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 6 May 2022 19:14:53 +0000

Bobby Ghosh, Kim Ghattas, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder to discuss how the United States is managing relationships in the Middle East, from Saudi Arabia to Israel, with the backdrop of the war in Ukraine. Then, Europe proposes a ban on Russian gas in a round of new sanctions, what to expect when Russia celebrates Victory Day next week, and more.

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China's Economic Trouble, Allies Shift on Ukraine, and Germany's Energy U-Turn

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 20:17:04 +0000

After grim economic predictions for China's GDP growth, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Stefan Kornelius, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo to recap how COVID-19 lockdowns are affecting domestic politics and the global economy. Then, the West shifts the approach to help Ukraine defeat Russia and Germany U-turns on arms and energy. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts.

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China's zero-COVID Failures, Ukraine, and Macron vs. Le Pen

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 22:03:09 +0000

Jamil Anderlini, Bobby Ghosh, and Giles Whittell join Ivo to cover the latest news from Ukraine: more weapons, more sanctions, and more evidence that Russia is willing to escalate the conflict in new ways. Then, COVID-19 lockdowns in China prompt Chinese criticisms of Xi Jinping’s zero-COVID policy, whether the French election is Macron's to lose, and how Boris Johnson is staying in charge...for now.

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Putin Doubles Down in Ukraine, Germany's Business with Russia, and New NATO Members

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 23:14:29 +0000

Ryan Heath, Elise Labott, and Carla Anne Robbins join World Review with Ivo Daalder to discuss the next phase of war in Ukraine, more military assistance from US and NATO, and why Putin put an end to peace talks. Then, Finland and Sweden make moves to join NATO and Germany’s complicated corporate and trade relations with Russia.

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War Crimes in Ukraine, Pro-Putin Leaders Re-Elected, and France at the Polls

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 8 Apr 2022 22:25:00 +0000

After mass atrocities were discovered in Ukraine this week, Nirmal Ghosh, Sylvie Kauffmann, and Philip Stephens join World Review with Ivo Daalder to look at how the world can hold Putin accountable for war crimes. Then Hungary and Serbia's election outcomes, as well as a tightening presidential race in France, raise new questions about the strength of democracy and its consequences for the emerging global order.

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West Mulls Russia Endgame Amid Ukraine Peace Talks

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 1 Apr 2022 19:43:28 +0000

Steve Erlanger, Karen DeYoung, and Ed Luce join World Review with Ivo Daalder to discuss Russia’s attacks on Ukraine as negotiations between both sides continue. They examine whether a peace deal is possible, the West’s endgame on Russia, and what a historic diplomatic summit between Arab, Israeli, and American officials in Israel tells us about geopolitics and the Iran deal.

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Episode Note: In explaining how some Russian troops might see a difference between fighting Ukrainians, who Vladimir Putin has referred to as “brothers,” and fighting Chechens, guest Steven Erlanger used a slang, offensive term, which he regrets. He meant no offense.

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Biden Goes to Europe, Putin's Plan C in Ukraine, and a Global Recession Looms

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 19:56:52 +0000

As a global recession looms and Biden makes his way through Europe, Susan Glasser, Ryan Heath, and Philips Stephens join Ivo to cover the latest developments in Russia’s war on Ukraine. They weigh in on what a series of high-level summits achieved, whether Putin’s war aims are changing, and the global economic fallout of the war.

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Ukraine Calls on US to “Do More” While Russia Falters

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 21:00:38 +0000

Elise Labott, Carla Anne Robbins, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder to walk through a week of diplomacy on the war in Ukraine. They look at Zelensky’s video speeches to world leaders and governing bodies, who’s winning the information war, Putin’s headspace after military setbacks and political isolation, and whether Russia's next move is diplomacy or escalation.

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Ukraine’s Defense, Russian Oil Ban, and China's Calculations

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:51:38 +0000

As crushing Western sanctions take their toll on Russia and the global economy, Jamil Anderlini, Stefan Kornelius, and Nahal Toosi join World Review with Ivo Daalder to cover the latest headlines. They unpack public pressure to increase support for Ukraine, Germany’s stark foreign policy shifts, what China's learning from Russia, and why we could be watching the end of globalization as we've known it in our lifetimes.

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The Week That Changed the World

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 4 Mar 2022 19:42:46 +0000

A week into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Bobby Ghosh, Susan Glasser, and James Harding join Ivo to look at how the world has changed. They cover the response from Europe and the United States so far, Putin’s calculations and nuclear threat, and how much China can (or wants to) help Russia.

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Featuring:

Bobby Ghosh - Columnist and Editor, Bloomberg Opinion
Susan Glasser - Staff Writer and Columnist, New Yorker
James Harding - Editor and Cofounder, Tortoise Media
Ivo Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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War in Europe and What Russia’s Attack on Ukraine Means for the Future

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 21:30:36 +0000

Steve Erlanger, Karen DeYoung, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo to explain the latest news from Ukraine. They’ll look at the West’s sanctions, how key global actors—and the Russian people—see the conflict, why Putin's ambitions put more countries at risk, and what the invasion means long-term for Western unity, NATO, and geopolitics.

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Featuring:

Karen DeYoung - Associate Editor and Senior National Security Correspondent, The Washington Post
Steven Erlanger - Chief Diplomatic Correspondent in Europe, The New York Times
Gideon Rachman - Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator, Financial Times
Ivo H. Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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All Eyes on Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 19:46:15 +0000

Western leaders are meeting in Munich, Ukraine is surrounded by 190,000 Russian troops, and Putin is planning to personally oversee massive nuclear drills this weekend. Bobby Ghosh, Philip Stephens, and Nahal Toosi join World Review with Ivo Daalder to catch up on the state of play in Ukraine as a potential invasion looms.

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Featuring:

Bobby Ghosh, Columnist and Editor, Bloomberg Opinion
Philip Stephens, Contributing Editor, Financial Times
Nahal Toosi, Senior Foreign Affairs Correspondent, POLITICO
Ivo Daalder, President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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Ukraine Diplomacy, Middle East Calm, and Iran Deal or No Deal

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 22:07:05 +0000

Steve Erlanger, Kim Ghattas, and Susan Glasser join Ivo to check in on this week's diplomatic fights over and flights to Ukraine and why the crisis is still a stalemate...for now. Then, they explore the recent calm in the Middle East and assess whether we'll have a conclusion on the Iran deal by the end of the month.

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Featuring:

Steven Erlanger - Chief Diplomatic Correspondent in Europe, The New York Times
Kim Ghattas - Nonresident Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Susan Glasser - Staff Writer and Columnist, New Yorker
Ivo H. Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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Ukraine War Prep, Xi-Putin Meeting, and "Partygate"

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 4 Feb 2022 22:20:18 +0000

Karen DeYoung, Peter Spiegel, and Giles Whittell join Ivo to dive into the latest on Ukraine, from war prep to efforts at diplomacy. Then, unpacking the death of ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi during an American raid, takeaways from the Xi-Putin meeting at the Beijing Olympics, and how to answer the question everyone following “partygate” is asking: is Boris Johnson finally toast?

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Featuring:

Karen DeYoung - Associate Editor, The Washington Post
Peter Spiegel - US Managing Editor, Financial Times
Giles Whittell - World Affairs Editor, Tortoise Media
Ivo H. Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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North Korea's Missiles, Coup Trends, and Ukraine Standoff

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 23:22:26 +0000

In this edition, Nirmal Ghosh, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens join Ivo to cover North Korea’s missile tests, stability in the Gulf and the Iran nuclear talks, the latest on Ukraine, Boris Johnson's future, and why we’re seeing so many coups around the world.

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Featuring:

Nirmal Ghosh - US Bureau Chief, The Straits Times
Carla Anne Robbins - Adjunct Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations
Philip Stephens - Director of the Editorial Board and Chief Political Commentator, Financial Times
Ivo H. Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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Biden's First Year, European Instability, and Ukraine

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 21:51:48 +0000

In this edition, Ryan Heath, Elise Labott, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo to look at President Biden's first year, the highs and lows of the administration’s foreign policy, and how diplomats see where we are now. Then, their takes on how to prevent looming political instability in Europe and check in Russia and Ukraine.

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Featuring:

Ryan Heath - Host, Global Insider, POLITICO
Elise Labott - Founder, Zivvy Media
Gideon Rachman - Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator, Financial Times
Ivo H. Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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Russia-NATO Talks, Kazakhstan, and Xi in 2022

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 16:38:22 +0000

After a week of diplomacy with Russia in Geneva, Brussels, and Vienna, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Peter Spiegel, and Giles Whittell join Ivo Daalder to discuss what we learned and what comes next. Then, they assess what Russia, China, and the United States want in Kazakhstan and why 2022 is poised to be Xi Jinping’s big year.Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts.

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Can We Prevent Democracy’s Decline?

idaalder@gmail.com (Ivo Daalder) — Fri, 7 Jan 2022 21:05:37 +0000

Introducing World Review with Ivo Daalder, the newest podcast from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. In this edition, Susan Glasser, James Harding, and Stefan Kornelius join Ivo to reflect on the anniversary of Jan 6 and the state of democracy around the world. Then, they cover next week’s negotiations on Ukraine, rising violence in Kazakhstan, and the issues to watch in 2022.

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Featuring:

Susan Glasser - Staff Writer and Columnist, New Yorker
James Harding - Editor and Cofounder, Tortoise Media
Stefan Kornelius - Foreign Editor, Süddeutsche Zeitung
Ivo H. Daalder - President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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