Assad Falls: What Next for Syria?
Bashar Al Assad has fled to Moscow, marking the end of his family’s 50-year dynasty in Syria. With Michael Walker and David Wearing.
This Journalist Spent a Year Embedded With the Taliban
Ash Sarkar meets Ibrahim Nash'at
This journalist embedded himself with the Taliban.
Syrian Insurgents Seize the City of Hama
Rebels are continuing their surprise advance across Syria and have gained control of the country’s fourth largest city. Plus: We speak to an expert about the state of trans healthcare in the UK. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Amnesty Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza
Amnesty International has released a comprehensive new report accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. Plus: New pledges from Keir Starmer; and the murder of a US health insurance CEO. With Steven Methven and NoJusticeMTG.
French Government Set to Collapse
The French government is at risk of collapse as its prime minister faces a vote of no confidence. Plus: We spoke to Jamie Doucette about the failed coup in South Korea. With Michael Walker and Helena NoJusticeMTG.
Mainstream Media Now Admits Israel Is Breaching Lebanon Ceasefire
South Korea’s president has attempted to stage a coup, triggering massive protests. Plus: Israel’s repeated violations of the Lebanon ceasefire; and pro-EU protests in Georgia. With Aaron Bastani and Steven Methven.
Rebels Retake Aleppo As Syrian Civil War Threatens to Reopen
Opposition fighters have launched a surprise offensive into Syria, taking control of President Assad’s official residence. Plus: Joe Biden pardons his son Hunter. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
Humans Could Become Immortal This Century
Aaron Bastani meets Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston
The end of death is nigh.
MPs Vote for Assisted Dying
The assisted bill has passed its second reading with a majority of 55 MPs. Plus: The transport secretary has resigned; and Ireland prepares to vote. With Ash Sarkar and Aaron Bastani.
Putin Threatens to Strike Kyiv Amid Wave of Attacks
Vladimir Putin has threatened to use Russia’s new hypersonic ballistic missile against Ukraine. Plus: The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is creaking at the seams; and the Met Police have arrested several Kurdish activists. With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.
Ceasefire Comes Into Effect in Lebanon
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has come into effect. Plus: we speak to Jamie Hale about the assisted dying bill. With Steven Methven and Helena No Justice MTG.
Israel Bombards Lebanon As They Discuss Ceasefire Deal With Hezbollah
Israel has ramped up its bombardment of Lebanon. We ask Trita Parsi whether the next ceasefire can hold. Plus: Drink spiking is set to become a specific criminal offence in the UK; and we discuss the new assisted dying bill. With Michael Walker and Mike Bankole.
2 Million Sign Musk-Backed Petition to Bring Down Starmer
A petition calling for a general election backed by Elon Musk has amassed over two million signatures. Plus: The huge climate deal at COP29 pitting poorer nations against richer ones. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
Trains Are Better Than Cars. Here’s Why
Aaron Bastani meets Gareth Dennis
On the false hope of electric vehicles, the Hyperloop scam and why Rachel Reeves doesn’t understand potholes.
Would the UK Arrest Benjamin Netanyahu?
With an arrest warrant issued for Benjamin Netanyahu, the government say they would uphold international law but stop short of saying they would arrest the Israeli PM. Plus: Keir Starmer causes a stir by appearing to court asset management firm BlackRock. With Michael Walker and Kieran Andrieu. Watch Brett Christopher on Downstream: https://youtu.be/0jxL9Cktsao
Arrest Warrants Issued for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant
The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog. With Steven Methven, @NoJusticeMTG & Francesca Fiorentini.
Ukraine Fires British Storm Shadow Missiles Inside Russia for First Time
Ukraine has fired British-made long range missiles into Russian territory. Plus: Bernie Sanders has introduced a bill to suspend U.S. military support for Israel. With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.
Ash Sarkar Spoke to Farmers Furious at Labour’s New Tax Laws
Ash Sarkar at the farmer's protest.
Is this Rachel Reeves’ biggest mistake yet?