World Politics
Trump gives Putin 10 or 12 days to reach peace deal in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump is giving Russian President Vladimir Putin less than two weeks to reach a peace deal with Ukraine. Correspondent Toni Waterman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
BBC World Service lookahead with Rob Hugh-Jones
BBC World Service reporter Rob Hugh-Jones joins Emile Donovan to take a look at some of the events making international headlines, including reports of starvation in Gaza, Afghan populations leaving… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
It's Monday so we cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
US and EU reach trade deal after Trump meets EU chief
The US and EU have just reached a trade deal, after talks between President Trump and the EU president Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland. Correspondent Nick Harper spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Decision to ease rules on US beef imports not 'political', says Australian PM
Trump said the US would sell "so much" beef to Australia, after Anthony Albanese's government announced the relaxation of restrictions.
Australia, UK sign 50-year AUKUS defence treaty
Australia's government says it has signed a treaty with Britain to bolster cooperation over the next 50 years on the AUKUS nuclear submarine partnership.
Trump just made a problematic Maxwell situation look even worse
Analysis: While taking questions on his way to Scotland, the US President repeatedly held open the possibility of pardoning Epstein's accomplice for her crimes.
'Type of torture': Deportation flights from 'Alligator Alcatraz' begin
Migrant detainees describe brutal conditions as Florida ramps up deportations from its controversial Everglades facility.
Trump arrives in Scotland for golf and trade talks
He will meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scottish leader John Swinney.
Netanyahu, Trump appear to abandon Gaza ceasefire negotiations with Hamas
They say it has become clear that the Palestinian militants do not want a deal.
Latest from the U.S
A senior US justice department official has met with Jeffrey Esptein's long-time associate Ghislaine Maxwell, as reports emerged that President Donald Trump's name appears in the Epstein Files. Audio
Top US Justice official meets with Epstein accomplice for 2nd day
Maxwell's lawyer told media ahead of the meeting his client was "a scapegoat" in the Epstein case.
Why is the Thai-Cambodian border so contentious?
Explainer - Deadly violence has flared up once again, reigniting a long-running but little-known dispute.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 25th July 2025
In today's episode, the government has introduced legislation that would require people to enrol to vote or update their details before advance voting begins; Auckland councillors have kicked for… Audio
White House lashes out at 'South Park' Trump parody
In its season premiere, an episode featured an AI-generated version of the US president crawling naked through a desert.
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
It's Friday so we cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn launches new UK political party
The 76-year-old stepped down as Labour leader after overseeing its worst result in decades in 2019.
Former UK Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn launches new party
Former UK Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn has confirmed the launch of a new political party. Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
UK correspondent Christian Smith
Christian Smith joins Emile Donovan to discuss protests against President Volodymyr Zelensky in Ukraine over anti-corruption changes, and French President Macron and his wife Brigitte who are suing… Audio
