World in 10

As NATO foreign ministers meet in Brussels, Secretary General Mark Rutte is on a diplomatic mission to preserve the alliance's unity. Former NATO Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller explains why he’s the man to both woo Donald Trump and get Europe to do more. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With global markets reeling from the US President’s sweeping tariffs, nations are scrambling to respond. As Japan suggests the measures may breach World Trade Organization rules, Dr Mona Paulsen, a specialist in trade and international economic law at LSE, unpacks the implications—and examines whether the world has the tools to push back. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the world reacts to Donald Trump’s tariff announcement on ‘Liberation Day,’ we explore its potential ripple effects and the ways it could reshape the world. Is this a calculated negotiation tactic or a bold PR manoeuvre, and could there be unintended consequences that strengthen Trump's great adversary, China? Jonathan Hillman, Senior Fellow for geoeconomics at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains why he believes that is likely to be the case. 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 Read more Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Donald Trump grows increasingly frustrated with Vladimir Putin's stalling over a peace deal for Ukraine, how is the Kremlin responding to the threat of massive tariffs, and what impact could these have on Russia's war effort? Analyst Emily Ferris of RUSI unpacks the motives behind Moscow's delay tactics and what they reveal about its long-term strategy. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Volodymyr Zelensky claimed Vladimir Putin will "die soon" the World in 10 asks if there is any basis to the suggestion. John Lough, the Head of Foreign Policy at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre, analyses what we know about the Russian's president's health, what is speculation, and discusses whether Putin's death really would help Ukraine's plight. 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 Read more Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, Timothy Ash, an economist and associate fellow at Chatham House's Russia and Eurasia programme, says Russia's escalating demands over a ceasefire in the Black Sea and a resumption of the grain export deal risk bringing down the whole US-led peace process for 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 more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, retired British general “Chip” Chapman discusses Nato’s precarious position, the war in Ukraine, and the fallout from leaked US communications about Yemen. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A previously classified contract which lets the US essentially ground F35 fighter jets operated by the German air force has been uncovered by German media. It has added to European fears about how its hostile relationship with Donald Trump might be leaving it vulnerable in its attempt to rearm and stand up to Russia. The Times’ Berlin correspondent Oliver Moody explains why the US nuclear arsenal might explain why Washington DC still has such control over the jets, and whether Europe has any choice other than the F35. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greenland takes centre stage as the US Vice President makes a high-profile visit. Much like Ukraine, the icy nation has untapped mineral wealth now being sought by the Trump administration. Rohitiesh Dhawan of the International Council on Mining and Metals unpacks how the escalating race for natural resources will define geopolitics in the years ahead. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US national security agencies have reportedly been instructed to halt efforts to counter Russian sabotage, according to anonymous senior officials. Experts warn the decision could give Vladimir Putin an opening to further destabilise the West. Matt Pearl of the Center for Strategic and International Studies outlines the potential risks and strategies to prevent further disruption. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An extraordinary leak of a Signal group chat involving senior members of Donald Trump’s cabinet has revealed top-secret plans alongside candid views on European allies, igniting a political storm. The Times’ former Defence Editor, Michael Evans, delves into the security ramifications and the potential fallout for US-European relations. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukraine is facing a struggle to keep up its supply of surface-to-air missiles. Donald Trump is reluctant to supply them and European stockpiles are depleted handing Russia a potential battlefield advantage. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation Maxim Tucker, The Times of London's Ukraine reporter, discusses the latest developments in the country and the diplomatic efforts to bring peace. 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 Read more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation anti-Putin campaigner, Sir Bill Browder, discusses the latest developments in Ukraine and the diplomatic efforts to bring peace. 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 Read more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a landmark move, Germany has changed its constitution to spend more on defence. The man who is set to be the new Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has persuaded lawmakers to exempt defence spending from deficit rules, giving him a theoretically unlimited defence budget. The Times’ Berlin correspondent Oliver Moody explains how fear of Donald Trump is motivating Germany as much as fear of Vladimir Putin. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an hour-long call on Wednesday, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the US taking over control of Ukraine's nuclear power plants. What is in that for Trump, why would Zelenskyy agree, and who does it benefit the most? Former commanding officer of the UK and NATO's nuclear defence forces, Hamish de Bretton-Gordon, analyses if the idea is worthwhile in securing peace with Russia. 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 Read more Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a 90 minute phone call with Donald Trump, the Russian president agreed not to strike energy infrastructure but within hours a Ukrainian power station was hit. Hamish de Bretton Gordon - a former commanding officer of the UK - and NATO’s - Chemical and Nuclear defence forces unpacks the hours following the announcement of this limited ceasefire, how Vladimir Putin will be viewing the phone call with Trump and what Europe needs to do now. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gaza is reeling from ‘extensive’ Israeli airstrikes that have killed hundreds - while Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu promises ‘increasing military force’ despite the truce. As mediators say they’ll keep talking - Professor Fawaz Gerges from the London School of Economics unpacks the state of the ceasefire, the risks of regional escalation and what it means for global security. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will discuss Ukraine's future with the US President trying to persuade his Russian counterpart to agree to a ceasefire at least. So what goes into these diplomatic calls? Who plans them, how much are the plans adhered to and what is the ideal outcome for both sides? Think tank RUSI's Russian domestic politics specialist Emily Ferris and The Times' Assistant US Editor, David Charter, analyse how Putin and Trump are gearing up for a call the outcome of which whole world is waiting for. 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 Read more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, military analyst Sean Bell examines Russia's counter-offensive to retake the Kursk region, and explains why Vladimir Putin's determination not to upset Donald Trump puts Russia under time pressure to force Ukraine out of its territory. 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/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.