For the first time Iran launched a huge attack on Israel from its own territory, though the effort largely failed. Israel’s response could easily lead to regional war; what is it likely to be? The first of the four criminal trials that Donald Trump faces will get under way today. It is by some margin the tawdriest (11:46). And celebrating the 150th anniversary of Impressionism (20:02).
Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When politics dictates policy: China’s faltering economy
A better pill to swallow: the bid to end AIDS
General’s knowledge: a chat with Ukraine’s spy chief
The French disconnection: a retreat from Niger
Going bump in the right: Europe’s worrisome politics
No end in sight: how Ukraine is being shaped by a long war
Missing in action: China’s defence minister has disappeared
Are the allegations tru deau? Canada and India’s diplomatic row
Argo the sequel: America and Iran’s hostage deal
Radical shift: an interview with Argentina’s presidential frontrunner
Support systems: allies debate Ukraine’s tactics
Refresh your feed: introducing Economist Podcasts+
Chilean effect: the 50th anniversary of the coup
Midnight train to Moscow: Kim Jong Un cosies up with Russia
Preparing for the long war: an interview with President Zelensky
Moves over: American house prices
A messy oil change: Nigeria’s fraught reforms
Show and sell: Amazon v Hollywood
Upping arms: the new three-way nuclear race
Held fire: America’s murder rate slips
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
Power & Politics
Business Daily
Science Weekly
WSJ What’s News
FT News Briefing