Can Iran and the US turn the ceasefire into permanent peace?
"Encouraging progress." That's the feeling from mediators after the first round of talks between Iran and the US concluded in Switzerland. Those direct discussions were held to implement the memorandu...
30 Jun 28min
What has Iran won from this war?
Agreement between Washington and Tehran has all but ended the Iran war, with both claiming victory despite the huge cost. Among that has been Iranian damage to relationships with its Gulf neighbours w...
28 Jun 28min
How significant is Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea?
Chinese president is in North Korea. Pyongyang is largely isolated on the world stage and under UN sanctions. China remains its main supporter. It's been sidelined due to its nuclear activities. But P...
15 Jun 27min
Why is Lebanon such a central issue to Iran?
Lebanon under Israeli attack while diplomatic efforts continue to end the war in Iran. And with Israel escalating attacks on Hezbollah, Tehran wants any peace deal to cover both conflicts. So, why is ...
13 Jun 27min
Will Ukraine become an EU member?
Ukraine's bid to join the European Union (EU) has received a boost this week. Accession negotiations have finally kicked off. Ukraine is hoping that will provide it with some security guarantees, as t...
10 Jun 27min
Could Israel derail talks between the US and Iran?
A possible US-Iran deal is taking shape. But Israeli officials are reportedly worried. What are their concerns? Could it derail negotiations to end the war in Iran, which has caused an unprecedented g...
8 Jun 28min
What's the long-term global impact of the war on Iran?
The war on Iran has caused the worst energy crisis in history, according to the International Energy Agency. It's been politically unpopular in the US too, ahead of crucial mid-term elections in Novem...
6 Jun 28min
