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We cover the major headlines worldwide, updates on the latest political, economic, and global events. We dive into key developments, expert opinions, and what these stories mean for you. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve with bite-sized, comprehensive analysis that keeps you in the know.We’ve covered your daily news fix, from breaking news to ongoing trends.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

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28:01

Why is Israel now facing pressure from some of its...

The Truth ·

2025/07/04

The Madrid Group has convened in Spain’s capital for a fifth time, attended by major European and Arab nations. Pressure on Israel this year has ramped up, with Spain calling for an arms embargo on Israel and the imposition of sanctions on individuals who obstruct a two-state solution to resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The UK has paused trade talks and sanctioned a number of Israeli settlers in the Occupied West Bank. Canada and France have also threatened punitive measures. And the

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47:11

Israel, Iran ‘exhausted’ from 12-day war, Trump says...

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2025/07/03

The US president says Israel and Iran are “tired”, but the conflict between the two countries could start again. President Donald Trump says US and Iranian officials will talk next week, continuing a dialogue that was interrupted by the recent war between Israel and Tehran. Trump has also said that it is possible that Russian President Vladimir Putin has territorial ambitions beyond Ukraine.

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27:26

Why is Africa seeing a rise in mining accidents and...

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2025/07/03

260 miners have been brought to the surface in South Africa after being stuck underground at a gold mine for 24 hours. Africa is at the centre of a rising demand for minerals and precious metals. Lithium is essential to the transition away from fossil fuels, used for batteries in electric vehicles and other clean energy technologies. But in the Democratic Republic of Congo, rights groups continue to denounce the dangerous working conditions of children in artisanal mines, particularly for cobalt

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28:05

Rohingya refugee artists fighting to keep their story...

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2025/07/03

In Cox’s Bazar, the world’s largest refugee camp, three Rohingya artists are defying cultural erasure. Through painting, music, and photography, they preserve the memory of a people long persecuted in Myanmar. This Talk to Al Jazeera special looks beyond the headlines of displacement and genocide investigations into the creative resistance of a stateless community. As Myanmar continues to deny them recognition, these artists are fighting back with colour, sound, and story, refusing to let their

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34:46

Under Israel’s Bombs in Iran: ‘Netanyahu Was Begging...

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2025/07/03

Trump and Israel started a dangerous war against Iran but Trump called it off after dropping massive bombs. What happened? Was the United States defeated again? How did Iran pull off a victory?

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88:26

Trump’s Losing Streak: Who Really Won the Israel-Iran...

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2025/07/02

Sina Toossi, senior non-resident fellow at the Center for International Policy, joins the show to break down the latest flashpoints in the Israel-Iran war that ended in Trump’s ceasefire and open scorn at Israel for initially violating it. Toossi will discuss what the 12-day war and US retreat says about the limits of US-Israeli power in the Middle East, failed regime change, and the catastrophic US-backed genocide in Gaza. Lea Kayali, an organizer with the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM), will

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27:16

Will Israel and Iran stop fighting after ceasefire?

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2025/07/02

For a region that's seen its fair share of instability, the conflict between Israel and Iran is threatening to create unprecedented chaos. US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire, just hours after Iran launched missiles towards the US military base in Qatar. A ceasefire that is now at risk of falling apart. Trump urged Israel to "calm down" and demanded both sides, do more to stick to the truce. But will it hold? where does Iran go from here? And is there a new balance of power in the Middle

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24:30

How Israel and US use the fear of a nuclear Iran to...

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2025/07/02

Israel claims Iran is closer than ever to building a nuclear weapon. But as it targets Iran, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his nation’s attacks will also “liberate” Iranians. In a civilization shaped by millennia of empire and resistance, those words land differently. What does liberation mean to Iranians as the US and Israel call for regime change?

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50:44

Palestine is Silicon Valley’s Beta Test for Global...

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2025/06/29

The internet wasn’t made to set us free. It was designed to surveil, suppress, and control. On this episode of Dispatches, Rania Khalek speaks with journalist and author Yasha Levine to expose how Big Tech became the digital arm of empire. From AI-generated kill lists in Gaza to Silicon Valley billionaires coding the future of authoritarianism, this is techno-fascism in real time. Elon Musk works with the Pentagon. Peter Thiel builds tools for ICE. Mark Zuckerberg scrubs dissent while currying favor

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28:01

Greta Thunberg on Gaza: Why we joined the Freedom...

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2025/06/29

Greta Thunberg and Yasemin Acar speak to Talk to Al Jazeera from the Madleen, a ship sailing toward Gaza as part of the Freedom Flotilla. Carrying aid, the activists risk interception as they challenge Israel’s blockade amid a deepening humanitarian crisis. With over 90% of Gaza’s population facing famine-level conditions, they explain why they joined the mission, what it represents, and what they hope to change.

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114:46

US-Iran War Begins | w/ Mohammad Marandi, Vijay...

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2025/06/29

Trump just bombed Iran’s nuclear sites—plunging the US into a potential catastrophic global war alongside Israel. As the region and the world teeters on the edge, Iran vows retaliation. Rania Khalek & Eugene Puryear are joined by special guests LIVE with urgent analysis to discuss the massive escalation and what comes next

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71:13

No War With Iran: Emergency Rally in NYC After US...

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2025/06/29

Protests are happening across the country today in response to last night's US bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities. BT is streaming live from the emergency action in Times Square, NYC.

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25:01

"They have spat on humanity." Varsha...

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2025/06/28

In this episode, Ken Roth, the former executive director of Human Rights Watch, interviews Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla on how much the Global South has influenced the world order and whether it can actually exert any pressure on the international stage. Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla is the general coordinator for Progressive International, a think tank working to unite, organise and mobilise progressive forces around the world. She’s also one of the founders and the executive secretary of the Hague Group,

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27:57

US strikes ‘devastated’ Iran’s nuclear weapons...

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2025/06/28

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites were an "incredible and overwhelming success," during a Pentagon briefing with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine.

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21:43

What did Elon Musk get from DOGE – and what’s next?

The Truth ·

2025/06/27

Elon Musk may have resigned from the Department of Government Efficiency, but few believe he’s stepping away from power. In under a year, DOGE brought Silicon Valley-style disruption to Washington, consolidating federal data and dismantling oversight. Now, Musk is expected to channel what he gained into a private AI venture – with public systems still in reach.

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24:26

Will Netanyahu convince Trump to bomb Iran?

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2025/06/27

Israel's war on Iran was one that many have expected, and yet with nuclear talks between the United States and Iran ongoing, few saw it coming. Propaganda from the Netanyahu government and credulous reporting in the Western media have played a major part in how we got here.

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28:19

What is Europe's stance on the Israeli-Iran conflict?

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2025/06/26

The German leader and EU commission president were quick to back Israel as the conflict began with Iran. The EU has since called for de-escalation, reflecting growing anxiety over what might happen next. So what is the thinking in European capitals - and how much influence does Europe really have?

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21:57

Radioactivity level outside Natanz site unchanged,...

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2025/06/26

Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has spoken at a meeting of the UN Security Council in New York.

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28:16

Iran: IAEA leaked to Israel. Grossi responds

The Truth ·

2025/06/25

As Israel bombs Iranian nuclear sites under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspection, questions mount over nuclear double standards and the credibility of the global system. Iran accuses the IAEA of bias and complicity, while Israel - an undeclared nuclear power - remains outside treaty obligations. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi responds to allegations, addresses fears of a nuclear arms race and warns of the consequences if diplomacy fails. Is the non-proliferation regime

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49:05

Tensions flare in Los Angeles as anti-ICE protesters...

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2025/06/24

Los Angeles is facing a third consecutive night of unrest following military-style immigration raids by armed, masked ICE agents that began on Friday. At least 100 people have been detained, prompting outrage from activists who say the raids aim to instil fear. Protests have escalated into violent clashes across the city, including at the 101 Freeway and the Metropolitan Detention Center, with demonstrators setting fires and destroying police vehicles, including driverless cars.

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