Novara Live: October 7th – One Year of War
One year on from October 7th – we look at how the event has impacted the lives of millions of people. With Michael Walker and Kieran Andrieu.
Downstream: Everything You Need to Know About China & Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping is possibly the most powerful person in the world, but what do we know about his origins, ways of thinking and goals for China and the human race in general? To answer these questions and more, Aaron is joined by Olivia Cheung, author of “The Political Thought of Xi Jinping”. They discuss his […]
Novara Live: Iran’s Supreme Leader Says “Israel Won’t Last Long”
Ali Khamenei says Iran will fulfil its responsibility to defend Palestine and Lebanon against Israeli aggression. Plus: we spoke to Areeba Hamid, co-director of Greenpeace, about carbon capture and storage; and to Richard Sanders, the director of a new documentary on Israeli war crimes in Gaza. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Novara Live: Joe Biden Says Attacks on Iranian Oil Facilities “Being Discussed”
Biden says discussions are taking place over whether to strike Iranian oil facilities as Israel continues to attack Lebanon and Gaza. Plus: Britain has given up its last African colony – the Chagos Islands – but retained its military base. With Michael Walker and Helena aka No Justice MTG. Written by Michael Walker and Harriet […]
Novara Live: IDF Soldiers Killed in Southern Lebanon
The IDF says multiple soldiers have been killed as Israel expands its ground invasion of Lebanon. Plus: Starmer reiterates his support for Israel following Iran’s retaliatory strikes; and the Tory leadership race descends further into absurdity. With Michael Walker and Eleanor Penny.
Novara Live: Israel Launches Invasion Into Lebanon
Iran have launched hundreds of rockets into Israel in retaliation for attacks on Lebanon. Plus: The far right win Austria’s general election for the first time since the Second World War. With Aaron Bastani and Mike Bankole.
Novara Live: Israel Says “Next Stage of War Against Hezbollah” Starting After Death of Nasrallah
Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant has announced the “next stage of war against Hezbollah” will begin after the death of the organisation’s leader Hassan Nasrallah. Plus: the last UK coal-fired power plant has shut down; and Tory leadership contender Kemi Badenoch has spared controversy with comments about maternity pay. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
Downstream: India Was the Epicentre of the Ancient World
Historian and author, William Dalrymple, on India in antiquity.
Novara Live: Israel Say Hezbollah’s Beirut HQ Hit in Massive Airstrike
An Israeli airstrike has levelled an entire residential block in Beirut, with Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah reportedly having been the target of the attack. Plus: A debate with the co-author of a new right-wing economic manifesto; and Keir Starmer’s latest exercise in performative cruelty. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Novara Live: Israel Rejects Immediate Ceasefire Calls, Netanyahu Says Will Fight With Full Force
Israel has ruled out a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah after calls for one from multiple countries. Plus: The Home Office have released a damning report about the Windrush Scandal. With Aaron Bastani and @NoJusticeMTG .
Novara Live: Airstrikes Preparing for Possible Lebanon Ground Invasion, Says Israeli Army Chief
An IDF chief has told Israeli ground troops to prepare for a possible invasion of Lebanon. Plus: The Labour leadership have lost a vote on winter fuel payments; and business leaders want their money back following a Labour conference event. With Michael Walker and NoJusticeMTG.
Novara Live: Keir Starmer Heckled Over Gaza at Conference Speech
Keir Starmer has faced down a heckler during his Labour conference speech as he tries to present a more positive vision for the party. Plus: Israeli strikes kill over five hundred people in Lebanon; and Labour try to sweep gift-gate under the rug. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Novara Live: Rachel Reeves Vows “No Return to Austerity” in Conference Speech
Rachel Reeves has faced down hecklers at Labour conference as she rules out a return to austerity. Plus: The IDF have raided Al Jazeera’s Ramallah bureau in the West Bank; and gift-gate dominates Labour conference. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
Downstream: The UK’s Landowning Elite Are Destroying the Countryside
Aaron Bastani talks to Guy Shrubsole, author of 'The Lie of The Land'.
Novara Live: Israeli Strike Kills Multiple People in Beirut, Lebanon
An Israeli airstrike on Beiruit targeting a Hezbollah commander has also killed multiple civilians. Plus: Alleged victims of former Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed give their testimony. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Novara Live: Hezbollah Leader Says Israel’s Exploding Devices Op Are ‘Declaration of War’
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has addressed two days of Israeli attacks on Lebanon, saying they amount to a declaration of war. Plus: Western media heaps praise on Israeli strategy; and the Downing Street freebies row hits boiling point. With Ash Sarkar and Micha Frazer-Carroll.
Novara Live: Israel Hits Lebanon With More Explosions & Declares New Phase of War
Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant has announced their war will enter a new phase to focus on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Plus: Lebanon sees a second day of Hezbollah communication devices exploding. With Michael Walker and @NoJusticeMTG.
Novara Live: Thousands Wounded by Hezbollah Pager Explosions
Nearly three thousand people have been injured and some killed by exploding pagers in Lebanon. Plus: Ed Davey’s victory lap at Lib Dem Conference; and why columnists are leaving the Jewish Chronicle. With Aaron Bastani and NoJusticeMTG.