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International Relations
Listening guides about International Relations.
How America Went Blind in Iran: A History of Intelligence Failure
Explore four decades of US intelligence failures in Iran, from the 1953 CIA coup to the 2019 asset rollup and reliance on Israeli data.
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US Exits World Cup Despite Trump's Intervention
US exits World Cup after Belgium loss despite Trump suspending a star's ban. Also: Ukraine torture evidence, Venezuela quake survivor, Iran leader's funeral.
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US Signs Landmark Nuclear Pact with Saudi Arabia
Trump approves a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. Israel and US lawmakers warn it could enable Saudi nuclear weapons, while the US cites safety standards.
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China's Influence in Singapore and AI Productivity Myths
Economist Donald Low analyzes China's cultural influence in Singapore, viral TikTok propaganda, and the potential for AI-induced de-skilling.
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Iran Prepares Funeral for Late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran prepares a major funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in US and Israeli strikes, amid a fragile ceasefire and millions of expected attendees.
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Chan Chun Sing on Singapore's Security Strategy
Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing discusses Singapore's security, military spending, and the evolving nature of warfare in an unstable world.
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Ukraine War and Iran Ceasefire Analysis | The Team House
Analyze the collapse of Iran ceasefire talks, Strait of Hormuz tensions, and how Ukraine is breaking Russia's war machine through infrastructure strikes.
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U.S. Strikes on Iran, NATO Unity, and IMF Recession Forecast
WSJ What's News covers new U.S. strikes on Iran, NATO summit unity, and IMF predictions on global recession risks amid Middle East conflict.
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Colombia Election: Right-Wing Candidate Claims Victory
Abelardo de la Espriella claims victory in Colombia's tight presidential race. Also: Iran-US talks progress, UK PM rumors, and European heatwaves.
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Zelensky Fires Defence Minister Fedorov; US Strikes Iran
Ukraine sacks defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Also: US strikes on Iran, France legalises assisted dying, and Argentina reaches the World Cup final.
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Russia Launches Massive Attack on Kyiv: Global News Podcast
Russian missiles and drones hit Kyiv for 11 hours, killing over 20 people. Ukraine appeals for more air defense systems as Moscow increases pressure.
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US-Iran Hostilities, Fatal ICE Shooting, and Paramount Merger Suit
The US and Iran resume hostilities. An ICE officer kills a Colombian man in Maine. States sue to block the Paramount-Warner Bros merger.
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US Demands Iran Guarantee Strait of Hormuz Is Open
The US demands a public guarantee from Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz to advance talks. Mediators travel to Iran as hostilities escalate.
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Lebanon Demands Israeli Troop Withdrawal for Peace Deal
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun insists on full Israeli troop withdrawal for any peace deal. Talks continue in Washington amid ceasefire violations.
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Trump and Netanyahu's Relationship Strains Over Iran War
Explore the complex dynamic between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu, focusing on tensions arising from the war with Iran and its impact on regional peace.
Read & listen →Europe's Breakup With the U.S.: Tariffs and Alliance Shifts
Analyze how Trump's tariffs and 'America-first' demands are driving European allies to decouple from U.S. influence and reshape global partnerships.
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Iran’s Trump Card: Hormuz | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
Analysis of the Iran MOU, the fight over the Strait of Hormuz, and why the panel sees the agreement as a strategic win for Tehran and a problem for Washington.
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Falklands Banner Controversy and Ukraine Politics
Analysis of Argentina's political banner display, FIFA's response, and UK PM Keir Starmer's visit to Kyiv amid Ukrainian political shifts.
Read & listen →NPR Up First: Iran Ceasefire, Maine Senate, Olympic Ban
President Trump declares the Iran ceasefire over. Maine Democrats seek a replacement for Graham Platner. The IOC lifts the Russia ban for the 2028 Olympics.
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US Strikes Iran Over Shipping Attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran, accusing Tehran of targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Global News Podcast analysis.
Read & listen →US Politics, Iran Mourns Leader, World Cup Drama
Coverage of US holiday politics, Iran's mourning period halting talks, and US World Cup drama involving President Trump and FIFA.
Read & listen →London Mayor's Singapore Housing Plan & SM Lee Bomb Prank
Sadiq Khan commits £100m to Singapore-style housing. A man faces jail for a Marina Bay Sands 'bomb' prank sent to SM Lee.
Read & listen →Singapore Singlehood Trends & Malaysia Work Joke
Explore Singapore's rising singlehood rates among Chinese residents and the reality behind a Malaysian minister's prediction about Singaporean workers.
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South African Protests Against Migrants: Jobs, Crime, and Services
Protests erupt in South African cities as demonstrators blame undocumented migrants for job losses, crime, and pressure on public services.
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