The World This Weekend Episodes Episode guide
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02/08/2026
A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come.
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26/07/2026
A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come.
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19/07/2026
A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come.
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Prime Minister in waiting
What does Andy Burnham's record tell us about how he'll respond to future challenges?
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How should Germany respond to economic decline and populist politics?
As Germany's economy splutters, the populist AfD holds their annual conference.
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Life after the International Space Station
What does the world stand to lose as tech titans replace governments in space?
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The Prime Minister considers his position
Our political editor Chris Mason says the PM has lost the support of his cabinet.
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How is Europe preparing to defend itself?
A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come.
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Where have all the babies gone?
Why people globally are having fewer children, and how societies can adapt.
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Is pressure mounting on Putin to end the war?
We examine signs of discontent within Russia.
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The state of Israel
Increasing condemnation from the West prompts soul searching in Israel.
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Is Britain ungovernable?
We'll discuss how to tackle the political churn and change the direction of travel.
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Labour loses to everyone everywhere all at once
How did Labour get here and what's the future for a party seemingly in search of a story?
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Strait talk from Keir Starmer
The PM calls economic fallout from Iran war a generation-defining moment for the UK.
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The King goes to Washington at a time of political tension
Does the special relationship endure?
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19/04/2026
A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come.
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Why Hungary's election matters
An election victory or loss for Viktor Orbán has implications beyond Hungary's borders.
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Trump, the Pope and Iran
We examine how Christians are divided over the use of religious rhetoric in the Iran war.
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A looming global food crisis
Why the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is affecting food production and prices.
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Are we in a global conflict?
James Naughtie examines the interconnected nature of the Iran and Ukraine wars
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The politics of an oil price shock
We examine the political implications of rising oil prices caused by the war in Iran.
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Will Trump's Iran war echo Iraq?
In an echo of Iraq, Tony Blair says the UK 'should have shown up' for the US in Iran.
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Iran and Israel launch fresh attacks after Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei killed
Iran and Israel continue attacks after Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei killed.
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Key reforms for England's schools coming
How provision for children with special educational needs will change in England.
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How much have the continued allegations about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor damaged the Royal Family?
Is the Royal Family able to manage the continued fallout from the Epstein files?
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US pushes Cuba to the brink
Could US pressure on the Cuban government lead to regime change?
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Iran's supreme leader warns of regional war if US attacks
US continues to build its forces in the Gulf, we assess the strength of Iran's government.
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Burnham blocked from standing to be an MP
Labour says it cannot justify causing a by-election for Greater Manchester mayor.
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President Trump wields tariffs on allies over Greenland
We examine what threats from a long-time ally mean for international alliances.
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The Arctic: a fight for the top of the world
Denmark and the US to meet this week to discuss Greenland. What's driving President Trump?
