Who are the Wagner Group, and why are they in Ukraine?
According to media reports, Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has survived two assassination attempts from the band of mercenaries known as the Wagner Group. Their ruthlessness has earned them ...
17 Mar 202223min
Does Putin’s view of history explain why he invaded Ukraine?
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has offered historical justification for his invasion of Ukraine by claiming its lands have long been part of Russia. The history of Russia and Ukraine may be intert...
10 Mar 202223min
Will sanctions stop Russia in Ukraine?
As economic sanctions are applied to Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, will they help force it to change course? While they are credited with helping end apartheid in South Africa they have had mix...
3 Mar 202223min
What’s happened to the left in France?
Left wing political parties in France have lost considerable popular support in the last decade. Do they have a future with so many of their voters defecting to president Macron? With Charmaine Cozie...
24 Feb 202223min
What will end the war in Yemen?
One of the world's largest humanitarian crises plagues the people of Yemen who have endured nearly eight years of civil conflict in the country. Over half the population struggles to access food, pove...
17 Feb 202222min
Why have military coups returned to West Africa?
Elected governments have been overthrown by military coups in Burkina Faso, Mali and Guinea. Each has some popular support as people grow frustrated with their political elites. But will military lea...
10 Feb 202223min
Do we have enough lithium to power the future?
Can we meet the soaring demand for lithium, a vital metal for electric cars and green energy? Mining is concentrated in a limited number of countries such as Australia and Chile. And with China domina...
3 Feb 202223min
Is Turkey heading for an economic meltdown?
Turkey is suffering from an economic crisis with rampant inflation and a weakening lira. At the same time, there is a refusal by the central bank to raise interest rates. With elections due to be hel...
27 Jan 202223min
