World in 10

Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orban, has been meeting Ukrainian’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, today. It’s a surprise visit to Kyiv for a leader who’s openly criticised the West for arming Ukraine in its war against Russia. Elisabeth Braw from the Atlantic Council tells us what was discussed. Also, Bruno Waterfield takes us to the heart of Brussels where Russia’s spy network is operating in plain sight.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: https://www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: thetimes.co.uk

We hear from Sunday Times journalist Oliver Marsden who’s been on patrol with Ghanaian UN peacekeeping forces on the Lebanese border with Israel as tensions continue to escalate in the area. 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: https://www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: thetimes.co.uk

Paul Conroy has covered some of the worst conflicts of modern times and is now in Ukraine. In this extended interview he explains what life is like on the ground - in Odesa, and in Kherson as it continues to be battered by Russia.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

As Putin comes to rely on Russia's ageing "shadow fleet" to fund the war in Ukraine - Elisabeth Braw, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, outlines the threats these ships pose and how Western sanctions could be better targeted. 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 

As Democrats in the US panic of Joe Biden's disastrous election debate performance, Republicans continue to stick the boot in. Some claim he's weakened the US's security, emboldening the leaders of Russia, China and Iran. So how true is this? Does the next six months - which Biden will definitely be President for - now look more dangerous for America and the rest of the Western world than it did just 24 hours ago?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

Former Russian lawmakers are discussing how the Kremlin could be overthrown - and they’re asking Nato to support an assassination campaign. The Congress of People’s Deputies says only force can remove Vladimir Putin - and stop the bloodshed in Ukraine. Plus, the European Union adopts a new package of sanctions on Russia that aim to choke the country’s gas income. 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

The fates of both men have been subject of intense diplomatic efforts. As Julian Assange returns home after pleading guilty, he hails the work of the Australian government. But Evan Gershkovich remains wrongfully detained in Russia - as that country drops blunt hints he could be traded for imprisoned Russians abroad.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 

Donald Trump has received a plan from his advisers which claims it could be a road to peace in the war between Russia and Ukraine. Understand what it includes and how it would be a change of tack if he beats Joe Biden in November's presidential election. We also discuss Ukraine's progress with joining the EU.

The Israeli defence minister has been in America, trying to secure support for the war with Hamas, but how will that be received by a White House which also has one eye on the Presidential election? We also cover the latest European politician to voice scepticism for support for Ukraine - this time, from someone who could lead Germany next year.