World in 10

Germany's new chancellor Friedrich Merz thinks his meeting with Donald Trump was a success - despite being one of the president’s more vocal European critics in Europe. It helps that Merz has heeded US calls for more European defence spending. The Times' Berlin correspondent Oliver Moody examines how he won Trump over - and how more military spending gives Germany new importance on the international stage. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has told NATO countries they need to agree to Donald Trump’s 5% defence spending target by the end of this month. So NATO has come up with some creative accounting to keep the US happy. It wants members to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence, plus another 1.5% on infrastructure on top of that. It's an attempt to placate Donald Trump - but will it be delivered fast enough? Former Pentagon official Jim Townsend explains why the new bridges it pays for may be as important as the new bombs. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nuclear weapons are regularly in the news. Ukraine’s drone attack on Russian nuclear bombers. The threat of North Korea and Iran. European countries rearming. If we are entering a new age of nuclear weapons, how is it different to the Cold War? Nuclear deterrence specialist Matthew Kroenig says the threat of China makes the superpower competition more dangerous than before. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is now more than 4 months since Donald Trump took office, and there is still no ceasefire in Ukraine. Another round of direct talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul has produced no major breakthrough. Kyiv and its allies say Vladimir Putin is dragging his heels in peace talks. So what levers can the US president pull to force Russia to negotiate? Russia specialist Dr Rasmus Nilsson, from University College London, explains why neither carrots nor sticks are likely to work. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the weekend, Ukraine launched an audacious drone attack deep inside Russian territory. After 18 months of planning personally overseen by Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine smuggled drones across the border and launched them from hidden containers with remote-controlled lids. Kyiv says it damaged a third of Russia’s strategic bombers. The Times’ World Affairs Editor Catherine Philp says it is an effective strategy as well as symbolism - and looks at how Russia will react. 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 Air Marshall Greg Bagwell speaks with Kate Gerbeau about 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 more Read more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, former UK defence attaché to Moscow and Kyiv, John Foreman, speaks with Philip Ingram about 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 more Read more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Confusion reigns after a US federal court suspended Donald Trump’s worldwide tariffs and declared them unlawful, only for an appeal to temporarily allow them again. The White House is launching a full legal challenge - so the uncertainty will continue, especially for China, which faced the steepest tariffs. The Times’ China correspondent Richard Spencer explains why Beijing can benefit, even without knowing what is coming 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: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Waves of drone attacks have become Russia’s signature weapon in its war against Ukraine, growing increasingly lethal with each strike. The Times’ correspondent in Kyiv, Maxim Tucker, meets those working tirelessly to end their reign of terror. Plus, he delves into the latest developments following Volodymyr Zelensky’s discussions with Germany’s Chancellor. 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.

Israel's aid distribution model in Gaza has sparked criticism and chaos, with thousands of desperate Palestinians rushing the first distribution site. As major UN agencies and humanitarian organisations refuse to cooperate, citing concerns over 'weaponisation' of aid, Mark Seddon, Director of the Centre for United Nations Studies at the University of Buckingham, unpacks the fallout and examines whether the UN can salvage its reputation amidst the ongoing crisis. 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 Western allies remove range restrictions on Ukraine’s use of weapons, The Times’ defence editor Larisa Brown unpacks how launching missiles deeper into Russia might change the trajectory of the conflict. She also takes us inside the training of Ukrainian soldiers on British soil. 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 Turkey’s four-decade-long conflict with the PKK draws to a close, the nation achieves major foreign policy victories, solidifying its role as a vital bridge between the West, the Middle East, and Asia. Liz Cookman, reporting from Turkey for The Times, discusses Ankara’s rise as a powerhouse in regional and global diplomacy. 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.

In this extended Frontline conversation, Ambassador John E Herbst, former US Ambassador to Ukraine, speaks with Philip Ingram about 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 more Read more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, former British Defence Secretary Sir Ben Wallace delves into the ongoing war in Ukraine and the West's response to Russian aggression. He examines Vladimir Putin’s strategy, the influence of Donald Trump’s rhetoric, and the critical importance of Western resolve in defending Ukraine’s sovereignty and shared democratic values. 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.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faced an Oval Office ‘ambush’ by Donald Trump, echoing a similar encounter with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Times' US Assistant Editor, David Charter, examines the fallout from Trump's tactics and their potential impact on America's standing in global diplomacy. 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 Vladimir Putin continuing to dangle the carrot of peace talks with Ukraine, seemingly with little intention of taking part, the World in 10 asks why he's dragging it out, how long he can do it for, and what Donald Trump can do to force him to the table. European and transatlantic security expert, Edward Lucas, argues that there is a bigger picture for Russia's president, that the longer hope continues, the more he can divide Europe and the US which might present an opportunity for a tempting attack on a NATO member. 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.

As key allies of Israel condemn Benjamin Netenyahu’s government for its offensive against Hamas in Gaza, it’s reported Donald Trump has told his officials he wants the Israeli Prime Minister to “wrap up” the war. Is the US President losing patience, and will it force Netenyahu to change course? The Times’ Middle East correspondent Samer Al-Atrush explains why the Trump administration turning against Netenyahu would be particularly difficult for Israel. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite the White House and the Kremlin saying Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin’s phone call went well and made progress to a ceasefire in Ukraine, there was no new detail or timeline on the Ukraine peace process. The US President says he’s open to meeting his Russian counterpart - and last week his Secretary of State Marco Rubio said face-to-face talks would be the only way to make progress. Russia specialist Emily Ferris, from the RUSI think tank, explains whether an in-person meeting will happen and what it would actually accomplish. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth says banning "woke" language, reducing women's participation programmes and stopping DEI initiatives will strengthen the US military and bring back a "warrior ethos". But what if those decisions take the US backwards? International security specialist Professor Bethan Greener argues they might undermine the US' ability to fight. 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 Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended edition, former US Secretary of State Antony Blinken sits down with Times Radio for an exclusive broadcast interview – his first outside the United States since leaving office in January. Blinken delves into the US-Europe relationship, the ongoing war in Ukraine, tensions in the Middle East, and offers insights into Joe Biden’s health during his final months in office. 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.