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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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10:40

No peace for Ukraine until Putin dies - or quits

The State of It ·

2025/07/09

As Donald Trump’s once-close relationship with Vladimir Putin appears to falter and the US resumes shipments of promised weapons, it seems like good news for Ukraine. Yet a former Ukrainian defence minister argues that Russia’s war will only end when Putin is out of the Kremlin. The Times’ reporter in Ukraine, Tom Ball, unpacks his interview with Oleksii Reznikov, Trump’s evolving stance, and the challenges facing US-Ukraine relations.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global

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10:30

The Palestinian force working with Israel to...

The State of It ·

2025/07/08

As chaos and lawlessness grip Gaza, armed clans and militias are stepping into the void left by Hamas. Yasser Abu Shabab, leader of one such group, has warned "don't rule out civil war" - and says his fighters will confront Hamas. Fighters that Israel’s prime minister has confirmed he is providing weapons to. Dr Afzal Ashraf of Loughborough University unpacks the strategy and broader implications.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war,

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10:05

Revealed - Israel's spies who enabled the strikes on...

The State of It ·

2025/07/07

The Times has obtained intelligence documents revealing the extent of Israel's espionage operation within Iran, which led to Israel and the US attacking Iran's nuclear facilities. Israel Correspondent Gabrielle Weiniger, who broke the story, explains how wide and deep the network was and the ongoing fallout at the top of Iran's regime.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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24:43

Frontline special - Former Commander US Army Europe,...

The State of It ·

2025/07/06

In this extended Frontline conversation, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, Former Commander US army Europe, explains how the lack of an official national security advisor in Trump's cabinet may have allowed Ukraine aid cuts to go ahead without Trump knowing."It doesn't look like the secretary of state slash national security advisor. Rubio was aware of it. I'm not even sure that the president was aware of it."The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war,

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24:41

Frontline special - Orysia Lutsevych, Ukraine analyst

The State of It ·

2025/07/05

In this extended Frontline conversation, Orysia Lutsevych OBE - head of the Ukraine Forum at the think tank Chatham House - provides expert analysis on the war in Ukraine. From the Russian summer offensive and Ukraine’s cutting-edge use of drone technology to the geopolitical ripple effects of the NATO summit, Orysia offers a comprehensive breakdown of the key developments shaping the conflict and the region’s future.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert

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10:28

The calculations going on inside Hamas

The State of It ·

2025/07/04

Hamas’ senior leadership are said to be closely studying details of a US ceasefire proposal - even as scores more people are killed in Gaza. The Times’ Israel Correspondent, Gabrielle Weiniger analyses the calculations going on within Hamas and explains why the group is more likely to accept a deal now than it has been previously.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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10:50

What’s unfolding in Ukraine?

The State of It ·

2025/07/03

As Donald Trump reveals discussions with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, allies scramble to respond to a US pause in weapons shipments to Kyiv. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces record-breaking drone attacks, relentless nightly bombardments, and Russia’s symbolic victories in Luhansk. Reporting from Kyiv, The Times’ Tom Ball shares the latest updates and delves into his interview with opposition leader Petro Poroshenko.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert

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10:15

Could this be the moment for a Gaza ceasefire?

The State of It ·

2025/07/02

Donald Trump says Israel has agreed conditions for a ceasefire - and that he’ll be “very firm” with Binyamin Netanyahu. As Hamas considers the US proposal, could this be a breakthrough in the 21-month Gaza conflict? Longtime peace negotiator and international lawyer Nomi Bar-Yaacov sets out the challenges, opportunities, and what it might take to secure a lasting resolution.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and

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10:43

Terrorists could use driverless cars to commit attacks

The State of It ·

2025/07/01

The UN has raised concerns about extremists weaponising emerging AI technologies. Could hacking fleets of autonomous vehicles become a devastating shortcut to mass casualty events? Dr William Allchorn of ARU explores the evolving threat landscape and unpacks the risks.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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10:48

Nuclear dominoes could start falling after Iran strikes

The State of It ·

2025/06/30

Recent American and Israeli attacks on Iran’s nuclear programme may risk igniting a global arms race, encouraging nations to sidestep constraints and speed their pursuit of nuclear weapons. As concerns grow over the potential collapse of the non-proliferation framework, is the world on the brink? Professor Nicholas Wheeler of the University of Birmingham examines nuclear diplomacy, Iran’s response to the attacks, and the implications for global security.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast

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32:59

Frontline special - Mark Galeotti, Russia specialist

The State of It ·

2025/06/29

In this extended Frontline conversation, The Sunday Times’ Russia analyst and leading foreign and security policy expert, Mark Galeotti, offers insight into the evolving geopolitical landscape. Fresh from the NATO summit in The Hague, he examines the precarious state of Russia’s missile programme, Europe’s defence spending dilemmas, and the pressing challenge of countering Russian aggression in the hybrid warfare era.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert

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23:14

Frontline special - Prof Scott Lucas, foreign policy...

The State of It ·

2025/06/28

In this extended Frontline conversation, political analyst Scott Lucas - of University College Dublin’s Clinton Institute - delves into the latest developments in the war in Ukraine. From NATO's strategic diplomacy with Trump to the mounting strain on Russia’s economy, Scott analyses the broader implications of US sanctions, European support, and the potential involvement of North Korean troops.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war,

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10:31

Trump vs the Ayatollah: what next for Iran?

The State of It ·

2025/06/27

Iran’s Supreme Leader has emerged from his bunker to declare victory over the US and Israel. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insists they achieved little with their attacks on Tehran, and did no significant damage to Iran’s nuclear facilities. But do Iranians believe his sabre-rattling? Bronwen Maddox, director of the Chatham House think tank, explains what comes next for Tehran as it tries to restore its nuclear programme, its proxies in the Middle East and its authority at home.The World in 10 is the

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9:53

The President, the Pentagon and the leak

The State of It ·

2025/06/26

A Pentagon intelligence leak has sparked a war of words over Iran’s nuclear programme, with conflicting assessments from US intelligence agencies and the White House fuelling heated debate. Former Pentagon official Jim Townsend joins us to unpack the challenges of intelligence and examine the fraught relationship between the White House and the intelligence community.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber

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10:07

Trump gets NATO to cough up

The State of It ·

2025/06/25

As NATO leaders gather in The Hague - edging towards an historic 5% defence spending target - their focus is on Donald Trump's influence, and a continuing land war in Europe. John Lough - a former NATO official and now Head of Foreign Policy at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre unpacks how this summit has unfolded.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

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10:11

Can Trump keep Israel and Iran in line?

The State of It ·

2025/06/24

Announced amidst missile strikes and heated rhetoric - Donald Trump’s fragile peace deal between Iran, Israel and the US is holding, for now. The Times’ foreign correspondent Richard Spencer examines its prospects - and what it means for the region.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

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10:16

Trump enters the fray, but don’t underestimate Iran

The State of It ·

2025/06/23

After deploying ‘bunker-buster’ bombs on Iran’s nuclear sites, the US President is now weighing regime change. With Iranian generals vowing decisive retaliation, Dr Farzan Sabet of the Geneva Graduate Institute unpacks the escalating conflict and what could happen next.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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32:37

Frontline special - journalist and weapons expert Ian...

The State of It ·

2025/06/22

In this extended Frontline conversation, former Sunday Times journalist and former Deputy Director in the Missile Defense Project at the Center for Stategic and International Studies think tank, Ian Williams, 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 moreFrontline Hosted

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36:32

Frontline special - Global Affairs Analyst, Michael...

The State of It ·

2025/06/21

In this extended Frontline conversation, global affairs analyst and nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center, Michael Bociurkiw 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 moreFrontline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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10:22

Toppling Iran’s regime - a gamble for Trump

The State of It ·

2025/06/20

Israel’s endgame in targeting Iran seems to be regime change in Tehran but what would the fall of the 45-year-old Islamic Republic really mean? The Times’ longtime Middle East correspondent Richard Spencer explores Iran’s intricate political system and the challenges of external intervention.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

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