On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, host Ethan Plotkin breaks down the top stories from all four corners of the globe: elections in Ecuador, the end of the political deadlock in Thailand, Japan's controversial nuclear waste plan, and the BRICS summit in Johannesburg.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler recaps five of the week's top stories: the coup in Niger, the meeting between the leaders of Japan and South Korea, tensions on the Black Sea, a visit by the Iranian foreign minister to Saudi Arabia, and a surprise election result in Argentina.Thanks to our sponsor, Atlas.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to reflect on two years since the Taliban took control in Afghanistan.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss US President Biden's new executive order restricting tech investments in China. Later, Ethan examines the Italian government's surprise tax on banks. Thanks to our sponsor, Best Buy.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins to discuss how Kenya could help Haiti through its security crisis. Later, Ethan discusses fighting between Palestinian factions in Lebanon, and Helen examines the Myanmar junta's mysterious partial pardon of former prime minister Aung San Suu Kyi.Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the geopolitical impact of Elon Musk's Starlink internet service. Later, Ethan examine why Bolivia is getting closer to America's adversaries, and John gives an update on the War in Ukraine.Thanks to our sponsor, Roca.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the coup against Niger's democratically-elected president. Later, Ethan examines the Russia-Africa Summit in St. Petersburg, and John gives his thoughts on the mysterious ouster of China's foreign minister.Thanks to our sponsor, CookUnity.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss Ecuador's unprecedented crime wave. Later, Ethan explains why Cambodia's prime minister picked his son to succeed him, and Val examines the massive wildfires in Greece.Thanks to our sponsor, Drizly.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins to discuss the storming of Sweden's embassy in Iraq. Later, Ethan explores a diplomatic drama between the UK, EU, and Argentina, and Helen recaps her recent visit to Taiwan.Thanks to our sponsor, Masterworks.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss Russia's suspension of its participation in the landmark Black Sea Grain Deal. Later, John discusses US-China climate negotiations, and Ethan gives an update on the protests in Iran.Thanks to our sponsor, 1440.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the resumption of the Israeli government's judicial overhaul campaign. Later, John examines the latest political drama in Thailand, and Ethan explores the weird world of Guantanamo Bay. Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss this week's NATO Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania. Later, Ethan and John dive into two topics that have been on their minds: Saudi Arabia's oil output and a landmark revenue sharing deal between Botswana and a leading diamond company. Thanks to our sponsor, Todoist.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss a decades-long land dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Zambia's landmark debt restructuring deal.Thanks to our sponsor, Hubspot.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss how Europe is tackling another migration crisis, and how the world's three largest countries are managing relations. Thanks to our sponsor, Holi.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss a potential deal to constrain Iran's nuclear program, and what the trial of a publisher means for Guatemala.Thanks to our sponsor, Babbel.

On this Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss what former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's arrest over the weekend means for Scottish independence, and how the end of Nigeria's long-time fuel subsidy might be a good thing. Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the competing claims for sovereignty in the region of Western Sahara, and reports that China is establishing a spy facility in Cuba. Thanks to our sponsor, Todoist.

On today’s Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss Saudi Arabia’s nuclear energy ambitions, and to examine who might be responsible for the destruction of a dam in southern Ukraine.Thanks to our sponsor, Roca News.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in South Africa, and the Shangri-La Asian security conference in Singapore.Thanks to our sponsor, Holi.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss threats to undersea pipelines and communications cables, and why Poland's new foreign interference law is causing such a stir. Thanks to our sponsor, The Daily Upside.