World in 10

The sacking of key officials and departure of others has left US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth without key advisors in the Pentagon. At a time when a culture of leaks appears to have developed the department, The Times' former Pentagon correspondent, Michael Evans, digs into whether Hegseth is the real problem and whether the damage being done is likely being met with glee in the Kremlin and Beijing. 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.

On Wednesday morning Ukrainian peace talks involving American, European and Ukrainian ministers in London were downgraded after Secretary of State Marco Rubio cancelled his attendance. Hours later, US Vice President JD Vance revealed a peace plan was on the table, insisting it is a "fair deal for both sides" and that both Ukraine and Russia would have to cede territory under its terms. But how much did that deal influence Rubio's decision and where does it leave Ukraine? Professor of American Studies at the Clinton Institute, Scott Lucas, analyses whether we are any closer to peace 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 Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As allies grow increasingly wary of America’s reliability, British and European defence companies are shifting away from US-made components and ramping up the production of home-grown munitions. The Times’ defence editor, Larisa Brown, explores the drive for military independence, the fallout for US defence giants, and how Donald Trump’s policies are reshaping arsenals and alliances worldwide. 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.

The US and Iran edge closer to a deal on Tehran’s nuclear programme, with promises of more talks despite military threats and mixed messages from Donald Trump. As the diplomatic dance continues, The Times' Middle East Correspondent, Samer al-Atrush, analyses the stakes—and whether war is inevitable. 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, Angela Stent, expert on Russia and Foreign Policy at The Brookings Institution discusses 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 Commanding General of the US Army in Europe, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges discusses 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.

The US and Ukraine have signed a memorandum of intent - suggesting they will agree the minerals deal which was derailed by Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky’s televised row in the Oval Office. At the same time, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will walk away from peace talks with Russia if a ceasefire isn’t agreed. So is the relationship between Washington and Kyiv healing? US foreign policy specialist Professor Scott Lucas says that depends on which factions within Trump's top team win the president's ear. 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 Kremlin's spy chief has claimed they are planning "pre-emptive" measures against NATO member states, suggesting - without evidence - it would be a response to Britain, Germany and France increasing their military activity near the Russian and Belarussian borders. But what plans might they be making and how might they be thwarted? Former NATO planner and British military intelligence officer, Philip Ingram, analyses the next moves by both sides. 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 humanitarian organisations and world leaders gather in London to seek an end to Sudan’s devastating conflict, The Times’ Africa correspondent, Jane Flanagan, sheds light on this week’s horrific attacks on a camp sheltering hundreds of thousands of people displaced by the violence. She also explains how the two-year-old war is being funded by an ingredient found in everyday household products in the West. 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.

Russia’s deadliest strike of the year in Sumy leaves Ukraine grieving and the world condemning, as Donald Trump controversially shifts blame onto Zelensky. Amid European concerns over Trump’s stance, James Nixey from Chatham House unpacks Russia’s disdain for diplomacy and the implications for 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: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran and the US are gearing up for a second round of negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme, with Donald Trump warning: make a deal or face war. After a ‘constructive’ first meeting, Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute explains why these landmark talks could be the best opportunity in years to curb Iran’s nuclear advances. 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, George Barros from the Institute of the Study of War says Vladimir Putin will run into some "very difficult scenarios" if the war continues, because of operational problems and finite resources. 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, former tank commander Hamish De Bretton-Gordon speaks about the state of the war in Ukraine from the Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset in the south-west of England, at the opening of their exhibition about Russia's invasion. 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.

Donald Trump sacking General Timothy Haugh as head of the National Security Agency and US Cyber Command - after a conspiracist influencer accused him of disloyalty - has been described by a senior Democrat as a “priceless gift” to the US’ enemies. Cyber security specialist Dr Tim Stevens considers whether the disruption opens up an opportunity for the likes of Russia and China, and what the risks are if an unqualified loyalist is put in place. 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.

Donald Trump’s team claim his tariff reversal was the “strategy all along” to isolate China. While the rest of the world now faces the baseline US tariff of 10%, goods from Beijing will now be subject to 125% import taxes. In return, China has retaliated and says it will not back down. David Lubin, economist and senior research fellow at the Chatham House think tank, explains why Trump is more likely to blink first, and what the trade war means for the rest of the world. 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.

Canadians are heading to the polls this month in a federal election that has effectively become a referendum on Donald Trump. With relations between the United States and Canada hitting new lows, US-Canada analyst Xavier Delgado explains the issues at stake - and whether a decisive mandate could empower the next Canadian Prime Minister to better negotiate with the US President. 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.

Three weeks after Israeli air strikes on Gaza claimed hundreds of lives, hopes for a ceasefire seem increasingly remote. Dr Julie Norman from UCL joins us to discuss Donald Trump’s shifting stance, escalating Israeli ground operations, and the deepening humanitarian 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.

After being involved in an embarrassing security leak, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth still travelled to Japan to declare China the primary threat to America—and promised 'robust and credible deterrence' to protect Taiwan. His remarks sparked an immediate and defiant response from Beijing, including live-fire military drills near Taiwan. The Times’ China correspondent Richard Spencer analyses the significance of the comments and their implications. 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 Frontline conversation, former US Ambassador to Nato Kurt Volker delves into global diplomacy under President Trump. From navigating US-Russia relations and Ukraine’s mineral wealth to addressing NATO's future and the looming spectre of global conflict, Volker offers insights into the shifting geopolitical landscape. 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.

With 37 years of experience reporting from the world’s most turbulent conflict zones—including South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Ukraine—Christina Lamb has witnessed the complexities of war and its human impact. In this extended World in 10 conversation, the Chief Foreign Correspondent of The Sunday Times reflects on the shifting global order, the struggles of women under oppressive regimes, and the enduring hope for a better future. 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.