World in 10

Anxious European leaders meet with Donald Trump ahead of Friday’s US-Russia summit in Alaska, warning against the dangers of redrawing Ukraine’s borders by force. With concerns mounting in Ukraine—and across Europe—The Times’ World Affairs Editor Catherine Philp analyses the risks and potential consequences.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 Photo: Getty Images

Finland takes a Russian oil tanker’s captain to court after several suspected attacks on critical subsea infrastructure in the Baltic. It’s the first time that a Nato member has launched a prosecution against Russia’s “shadow fleet”. The Times’ Berlin Correspondent and author of Baltic: The Future of Europe Oliver Moody explores the murky sphere of sabotage and assesses its diplomatic and economic consequences.  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 Photo: Getty Images

The White House hints Volodymyr Zelensky might be invited to join Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday when the two Presidents meet for their first bilateral summit since 2019. European leaders have joined Zelensky in insisting Ukraine must be represented in any negotiations over the country’s future. But is the Kremlin willing to concede any ground to reach a ceasefire? And will Trump force through a deal at any cost? Former NATO official John Lough delves into the Moscow mindset and assesses where this high stakes game of brinkmanship might end up.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 Photo: Getty Images

In this extended Frontline conversation, Ian Williams - a journalist who has long covered China - unpacks Beijing’s growing domestic arms industry and economic fragility. He explores President Xi's strategic yet cautious relationship with Russia, shaped by mutual distrust and calculated geopolitical manoeuvring.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

In this extended Frontline conversation, retired Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry says Russia's grinding push into Ukraine hasn't done enough to achieve Vladimir Putin's strategic objectives, as the US puts more pressure on the Kremlin to end the war.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

Israel’s security cabinet has approved a plan to occupy Gaza City, in an escalation of its war against Hamas. Critics at home and abroad have described it as a disaster that’ll lead to more bloodshed. The Times’ Israel correspondent Gabrielle Weiniger explains the plan, Binyamin Netanyahu’s new principles for ending the war and whether it’ll further isolate the Israeli PM on the world stage.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 Picture: Getty Images

The US president is turning the screw on India over its ties with Russia, doubling tariffs to 50% - a level some are calling a trade embargo.  How has the once-close relationship between Donald Trump and Narendra Modi fallen apart? Dr Chietigj Bajpaee of Chatham House delves into the complexities of this relationship and considers whether India could – or would – reduce its reliance on Moscow.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 Photo: Getty Images

As the world commemorates 80 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Doomsday Clock now stands at 89 seconds to midnight — the closest it has ever been. Alexandra Bell, from the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, explores the rising nuclear threat and why global action is crucial to avert disaster.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 Photo: Getty Images

Britain and France are at odds with Germany and Italy over whether to recognise Palestine as a state at the UN general assembly in September.  Germany, along with Italy, has adopted the stance of “not on the agenda right now”. Peter Conradi, Europe editor of The Sunday Times, delves into how this disagreement highlights deeper divisions within the European Union regarding Israel and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.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 Photo: Getty Images