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The World This Weekend Episodes

  1. America and a Presidency redrawn

    President Trump turns to intervention as US forces remove Venezuela's Head of State.

  2. 28/12/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  3. "Shadow of war": is the UK ready?

    Amid escalating warnings, we examine whether the UK is prepared for war.

  4. Twelve die in attack on Bondi Hanukkah celebrations

    Two gunmen fired dozens of shots in what Australian police are calling a terror attack.

  5. Australia's world-first social media ban

    We explore the debate about social media and adolescent mental health problems

  6. Can Europe unite to defend itself?

    The UK's efforts to access an EU defence fund fail. Where is the reset of relations left?

  7. Western splits over Ukraine peace plan

    Diplomats gather in Geneva over Trump's peace plan.

  8. The Home Secretary says illegal immigration is 'tearing our country apart'

    The home secretary trails sweeping reforms to Britain's asylum system.

  9. How will Scotland vote next year?

    With six months to go until the Holyrood elections, we examine politics in Scotland.

  10. 02/11/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  11. How hostile states interfere in the UK

    Arson attacks and camera-fitted spectacles; a picture of malign influence in British life.

  12. What is the US doing in Venezuela?

    President Trump authorises the CIA to operate in Venezuela and increases military pressure

  13. Gaza peace process – a one-hour special episode

    Israel awaits the return of its hostages. Palestinians in Gaza hope to rebuild.

  14. 05/10/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  15. Russia's hybrid war with Europe

    Why is Russia testing Europe's defences and how should the West respond?

  16. Britain and Palestine

    Exploring the UK's complex history with the region.

  17. 14/09/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  18. France on the brink?

    French government faces vote of confidence in a deeply divided National Assembly.

  19. 31/08/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  20. How much will net zero cost energy customers?

    A crucial wind power auction is poised to make or break the government's net zero target.

  21. 17/08/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  22. Send: how to fix a broken system?

    We examine the system providing for children with special educational needs in England.

  23. What next for the conflict in Ukraine?

    What next for the conflict in Ukraine?

  24. 27/07/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  25. A picture of life in Gaza

    After reports of more deaths from Israeli fire, we hear accounts of people living in Gaza.

  26. Is a political upheaval coming to Wales?

    Is a political upheaval coming to Wales? The first minister joins us live.

  27. How do we adapt to a warmer world?

    With rising temperatures in Europe, we ask how well prepared we are for extreme heat.

  28. Year Two of the Labour Government

    What challenges await Sir Keir Starmer for his second year in power?

  29. The world reacts to American strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

    Iran warns of "everlasting consequences" as the US bombs three major nuclear sites.

  30. What does the Israel-Iran conflict mean for the global economy?

    We assess the impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on the wider global economic picture.

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