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The State of It

Real reporting from the coalface of British politics.Join The Times and The Sunday Times’s political heavyweightsPatrick Maguire, Steven Swinford, Gabriel Pogrund and Caroline Wheeler and as they dig deep into the latest tea room tip offs, reveal insider conversations and bring analysis, authority and insight.No party loyalty. No spin. Not hosted by some old politicians. Taking you into the real business of politics, from those who live it daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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26:37

Frontline special - Angela Stent

The State of It ·

2025/04/20

In this extended Frontline conversation, Angela Stent, expert on Russia and Foreign Policy at The Brookings Institution discusses the latest developments in the war in Ukraine.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.Watch moreRead more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Frontline special - Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges

The State of It ·

2025/04/19

In this extended Frontline conversation, Former Commanding General of the US Army in Europe, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges discusses the latest developments in the war in Ukraine.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.Watch moreRead more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:52

Is the US-Ukraine relationship healing?

The State of It ·

2025/04/18

The US and Ukraine have signed a memorandum of intent - suggesting they will agree the minerals deal which was derailed by Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky’s televised row in the Oval Office. At the same time, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will walk away from peace talks with Russia if a ceasefire isn’t agreed. So is the relationship between Washington and Kyiv healing? US foreign policy specialist Professor Scott Lucas says that depends on which factions within Trump's top team

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10:36

Is Putin planning a NATO attack?

The State of It ·

2025/04/17

The Kremlin's spy chief has claimed they are planning "pre-emptive" measures against NATO member states, suggesting - without evidence - it would be a response to Britain, Germany and France increasing their military activity near the Russian and Belarussian borders. But what plans might they be making and how might they be thwarted? Former NATO planner and British military intelligence officer, Philip Ingram, analyses the next moves by both sides.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast

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10:42

How your groceries fuel a vicious war

The State of It ·

2025/04/16

As humanitarian organisations and world leaders gather in London to seek an end to Sudan’s devastating conflict, The Times’ Africa correspondent, Jane Flanagan, sheds light on this week’s horrific attacks on a camp sheltering hundreds of thousands of people displaced by the violence. She also explains how the two-year-old war is being funded by an ingredient found in everyday household products in the West.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of

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11:04

How Russia - and Trump - shape Ukraine’s future

The State of It ·

2025/04/15

Russia’s deadliest strike of the year in Sumy leaves Ukraine grieving and the world condemning, as Donald Trump controversially shifts blame onto Zelensky. Amid European concerns over Trump’s stance, James Nixey from Chatham House unpacks Russia’s disdain for diplomacy and the implications for peace.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military

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10:38

Trump’s big bet on Iran nukes might just work

The State of It ·

2025/04/14

Iran and the US are gearing up for a second round of negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme, with Donald Trump warning: make a deal or face war. After a ‘constructive’ first meeting, Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute explains why these landmark talks could be the best opportunity in years to curb Iran’s nuclear advances.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign

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25:29

Frontline special - Russia analyst George Barros

The State of It ·

2025/04/13

In this extended Frontline conversation, George Barros from the Institute of the Study of War says Vladimir Putin will run into some "very difficult scenarios" if the war continues, because of operational problems and finite resources. The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadioRead more:

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27:24

Frontline special - former tank commander Hamish de...

The State of It ·

2025/04/12

In this extended Frontline conversation, former tank commander Hamish De Bretton-Gordon speaks about the state of the war in Ukraine from the Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset in the south-west of England, at the opening of their exhibition about Russia's invasion. The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.Watch more:

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10:19

Trump’s cyber purge a "priceless gift” to US enemies

The State of It ·

2025/04/11

Donald Trump sacking General Timothy Haugh as head of the National Security Agency and US Cyber Command - after a conspiracist influencer accused him of disloyalty - has been described by a senior Democrat as a “priceless gift” to the US’ enemies. Cyber security specialist Dr Tim Stevens considers whether the disruption opens up an opportunity for the likes of Russia and China, and what the risks are if an unqualified loyalist is put in place.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to

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10:13

Who will blink first: Trump or Xi?

The State of It ·

2025/04/10

Donald Trump’s team claim his tariff reversal was the “strategy all along” to isolate China. While the rest of the world now faces the baseline US tariff of 10%, goods from Beijing will now be subject to 125% import taxes. In return, China has retaliated and says it will not back down. David Lubin, economist and senior research fellow at the Chatham House think tank, explains why Trump is more likely to blink first, and what the trade war means for the rest of the world.The World in 10 is the Times'

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11:05

Carney with a mandate could spell trouble for Trump

The State of It ·

2025/04/09

Canadians are heading to the polls this month in a federal election that has effectively become a referendum on Donald Trump. With relations between the United States and Canada hitting new lows, US-Canada analyst Xavier Delgado explains the issues at stake - and whethera decisive mandate could empower the next Canadian Prime Minister to better negotiate with the US President.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and

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10:30

Has Trump dropped the ball on Gaza?

The State of It ·

2025/04/08

Three weeks after Israeli air strikes on Gaza claimed hundreds of lives, hopes for a ceasefire seem increasingly remote. Dr Julie Norman from UCL joins us to discuss Donald Trump’s shifting stance, escalating Israeli ground operations, and the deepening humanitarian crisis.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.Watch more:

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10:18

Hegseth’s next move, after Signalgate

The State of It ·

2025/04/07

After being involved in an embarrassing security leak, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth still travelled to Japan to declare China the primary threat to America—and promised 'robust and credible deterrence' to protect Taiwan. His remarks sparked an immediate and defiant response from Beijing, including live-fire military drills near Taiwan. The Times’ China correspondent Richard Spencer analyses the significance of the comments and their implications.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast

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26:35

Frontline special - former ambassador Kurt Volker

The State of It ·

2025/04/06

In this extended Frontline conversation, former US Ambassador to Nato Kurt Volker delves into global diplomacy under President Trump. From navigating US-Russia relations and Ukraine’s mineral wealth to addressing NATO's future and the looming spectre of global conflict, Volker offers insights into the shifting geopolitical landscape.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign

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17:17

Extended special - correspondent Christina Lamb

The State of It ·

2025/04/05

With 37 years of experience reporting from the world’s most turbulent conflict zones—including South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Ukraine—Christina Lamb has witnessed the complexities of war and its human impact. In this extended World in 10 conversation, the Chief Foreign Correspondent of The Sunday Times reflects on the shifting global order, the struggles of women under oppressive regimes, and the enduring hope for a better future.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to

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10:45

How Mark Rutte is trying to save NATO

The State of It ·

2025/04/04

As NATO foreign ministers meet in Brussels, Secretary General Mark Rutte is on a diplomatic mission to preserve the alliance's unity. Former NATO Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller explains why he’s the man to both woo Donald Trump and get Europe to do more.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists.Watch more:

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10:45

Could the world sue Trump over tariffs?

The State of It ·

2025/04/03

With global markets reeling from the US President’s sweeping tariffs, nations are scrambling to respond. As Japan suggests the measures may breach World Trade Organization rules, Dr Mona Paulsen, a specialist in trade and international economic law at LSE, unpacks the implications—and examines whether the world has the tools to push back.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign

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10:16

Why China could be the winner on ‘Liberation Day’

The State of It ·

2025/04/02

As the world reacts to Donald Trump’s tariff announcement on ‘Liberation Day,’ we explore its potential ripple effects and the ways it could reshape the world. Is this a calculated negotiation tactic or a bold PR manoeuvre, and could there be unintended consequences that strengthen Trump's great adversary, China? Jonathan Hillman, Senior Fellow for geoeconomics at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains why he believes that is likely to be the case.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast

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10:40

Putin digests Trump fury

The State of It ·

2025/04/01

As Donald Trump grows increasingly frustrated with Vladimir Putin's stalling over a peace deal for Ukraine, how is the Kremlin responding to the threat of massive tariffs and what impact could these have on Russia's war effort? RUSI's Senior Research Fellow in Russian and Eurasian Security, Emily Ferris unpacks the motives behind Moscow's delay tactics and what they reveal about its long-term strategy.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war,

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