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Al Arabiya
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Drones intercepted near Moscow ahead of Victory Day; Putin downplays nuclear threat
In this episode of Global News Today, presented by Tom Burges Watson, we cover reports that four drones were intercepted overnight as they approached Moscow – just days ahead of Russia's annual Victory Day parade and its proposed temporary ceasefire. We'll also discuss President Vladimir Putin's latest comments on the war in Ukraine, in which he said the need to use nuclear weapons has not arisen and expressed hope that such a scenario can be avoided. Guests: Michael Allen – Former director of the National Security Council under President George W. Bush Kurt Volker – Former US ambassador to NATO
Al Arabiya
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Trump's first 100 days: Immigration, economy, and foreign policy under the spotlight
In this episode of Global News Today, presented by Tom Burges Watson, we assess US President Donald Trump's first 100 days back in the White House, with a focus on his approach to immigration, the economy, and foreign policy. Guests: Aabraham George – Chairman of the Republican Party in Texas Amanda Makki – Republican strategist
Al Arabiya
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Trump issues rare rebuke of Putin after Russian strikes on Kyiv
In this episode of Global News Today, presented by Tom Burges Watson, we'll examine the latest Russian strikes on Kyiv and President Donald Trump's reaction on Truth Social – along with his recent remarks on Crimea. We'll also speak with Angie Wong about a turbulent week at the White House, from Signal message leaks to Secretary of State Marco Rubio pulling out of the Ukraine-Russia peace talks. Guests: Jan Halper Hayes - Former member of President Trump's transition team Sir Gerald Howarth - Former UK defense minister Colonel Brendan Kearney - Former US Marines chief of staff in Europe
Al Arabiya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Al Arabiya
Rubio skips Ukraine talks; Musk to scale back political role after Tesla slump
In this episode of Global News Today, presented by Tom Burges Watson, we look at the faltering peace talks between the US, Ukraine, and European officials aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine. The talks were downgraded after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio abruptly canceled his trip to London. His absence prompted the cancellation of a broader meeting involving foreign ministers from Ukraine, the UK, France, and Germany – though lower-level negotiations are still underway. We'll also bring you the latest from Elon Musk, who says he'll significantly scale back his work with the Trump administration in May to refocus on Tesla, after the company reported a 71 percent drop in first-quarter profits. Guests:
Al Arabiya
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Vatican prepares for papal funeral as US eyes Ukraine deal
In this episode of Global News Today, presented by Tom Burges Watson, we look ahead to the funeral of Pope Francis, set to take place this Saturday. We'll also examine the latest in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the United States steps up efforts to broker a peace deal this week. Guests: Lord Richard Dunatt - Former head of the British Army Thomas Pickering - Former US ambassador to Russia
