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  • Israel-Iran War, Ukraine Strikes & Russia-China Spy Games
    2025/06/16
    This week, the world feels less stable as the long-simmering conflict between Israel and Iran erupts into open, large-scale warfare. We also dive deep into Ukraine's persistent ability to strike deep into Russian territory and unpack recent intelligence suggesting Russia and China's "no-limits partnership" is a tense, full-blown spy war.

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    47 分
  • Breaking: Israel Strikes Iran - A New Era of Confrontation
    2025/06/13
    This Week Explained breaks down the unprecedented Israeli offensive against Iran, dubbed 'Operation Rising Lion.' Explosions rocked Tehran as Israel targeted nuclear and missile sites, along with key military and scientific leadership, including the reported death of IRGC Commander Gen. Hossein Salami. This massive strike marks a dramatic escalation, pushing the long-simmering conflict into open confrontation. We analyze Israel's justification, the U.S.'s distancing stance, and the critical question: how will Iran retaliate after such a devastating blow to its leadership? A must-listen for understanding the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East.

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    17 分
  • Beyond the Headlines: Deep Dive into Ukraine, Middle East, & US-China Dynamics
    2025/06/09
    This week we cut through the noise to bring you an in-depth analysis of Ukraine's innovative "Operation Spider Web" inside Russia, the complex and dangerous dynamics of arming militias in Gaza, and the surprising turns in Syria's political landscape. Plus, we explore the intricate dance of the U.S.-China relationship.

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    59 分
  • Who's Winning? Russia, China & the Shifting Global Balance
    2025/06/02
    This week, we pull back the curtain on the intense geopolitical competition reshaping our world. We'll ask the crucial question: Who's truly gaining ground in Ukraine, Gaza, and the heart of Africa? Join us as we dissect Russia's strategic maneuvers, China's growing global footprint, and the alarming implications for the shifting balance of power.

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    43 分
  • Ukraine, Gaza, Iran: Geopolitics & Intel Under Fire
    2025/05/27
    This week, we unpack another complex week around the globe, from the grinding war in Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, to the delicate nuclear talks with Iran and a deeply concerning intelligence controversy in Washington. Tune in for your essential download on the global stories making headlines!
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    54 分
  • Global Affairs: Istanbul Talks, Gaza & Trump's ME Pivot
    2025/05/19
    This week, we delve into the high-stakes diplomatic talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul, analyze Israel's significant new military offensive in Gaza, and unpack the controversial details of U.S. President Trump's whirlwind tour of the Middle East. Are these events interconnected, and what do they signal for global stability?
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    44 分
  • Is Global Order Shifting? Ukraine, ME, Asia, Europe
    2025/05/14
    This week on This Week Explained, we dissect the critical updates from the Ukraine war, including new US diplomatic pressures on Russia, and the looming deadline for a major Israeli offensive in Gaza. We then shift to the sudden India-Pakistan ceasefire and unpack the contested election results shaking up Romania and Germany.
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    1 時間 24 分
  • Trump Claims Ukraine Deal | US Cuts Syria Troops | Kashmir Explodes
    2025/04/27
    President Trump claims a Ukraine peace deal is "very close" after talks with Putin, but is it realistic? Meanwhile, the US cuts troop levels in Syria amid ongoing ISIS concerns, and the Kashmir region explodes into crisis as India suspends a vital water treaty with Pakistan following a deadly attack.
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    1 時間 2 分