The world's rules-based order is ruptured, says Canada's prime minister Mark Carney — in a speech at Davos that avoided mentioning the US president. Donald Trump hit back — but Carney's words have been widely praised and analysed. So, is he right?

In this episode:

• Lionel Barber, Former Editor of The Financial Times
• Bessma Momani, Professor of Political Science at the University of Waterloo
• Donnacha O Beachain, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University

Host: Adrian Finighan

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International condemnation as Israel bulldozes the headquarters of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Occupied East Jerusalem. The UN says razing the compound is against international law. What are the implications?

In this episode:

• Shireen Salti, political analyst who specialises in Palestine-Israel public affairs
• Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territory and a former lawyer at UNRWA
• Gideon Levy, Columnist at Haaretz Newspaper

Host: Adrian Finighan

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US President Donald Trump threatens tariffs against seven EU countries and the UK for opposing his plans to take control of Greenland. EU leaders are considering how to respond. What are their options? And what are the dangers for both sides?

In this episode:

• Rebecca Christie, Senior Fellow at Bruegel
• Ben Aris, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of bne IntelliNews
• Pieter Cleppe, European policy analyst and Editor-in-Chief of BrusselsReport.eu

Host: Maleen Saeed

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The Syrian army has taken territory long held by Kurdish-led forces before declaring a ceasefire. The lightning offensive changes the balance of power in the country. Are there wider implications for Kurds in the region — beyond Syria?

In this episode:

• David Des Roches, Professor at the Thayer Marshall Institute
• Mohammed Salih, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute
• Elijah Magnier, Military and political analyst

Host: Maleen Saeed

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Will the Syrian army end up controlling all the country's Kurdish-held areas? The army has made significant territorial gains after intense battles with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces in recent days. So, how will this play out within Syria and the wider region?

In this episode:

• Omar Abu Laila, Syrian Affairs Analyst.
• Scott Lucas, Professor, US and International Politics, University College Dublin.
• Kamaran Palani, Kurdish Principal Investigator, PeaceRep Iraq Programme, London School of Economics and Political Science.

Host: James Bays

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Resetting ties with China. Canada's Prime minister visits Beijing hailing what he calls "a new partnership adapted to new global realities". The two countries are under pressure from U.S. tariffs. So, who stands to gain the most from this deal?

In this episode:

• Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Governance Innovation; which is a Canadian think tank.

• William Lee, Chief Economist and Managing Director at Global Economic Advisors.

• Jean Charest, former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister.

Host: James Bays

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What are the hurdles to implementing the next phase of the ceasefire in Gaza? The U.S. says it's a transition to disarmament and reconstruction. But with Israel repeatedly violating the ceasefire, is that transition even possible?

In this episode:

• Xavier Abu Eid, political analyst and former adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization negotiation team
• Yezid Sayigh, Senior Fellow at Carnegie Middle East Center
• Yossi Beilin, former Israeli Justice Minister

Host: James Bays

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What purpose does the massive U.S. military presence in the Gulf serve? Washington argues it maintains stability and security in this region. But with the escalating tensions in the region, will it protect America's allies and interests?

In this episode:

• Rashid Al-Mohanadi, Vice President of Center for International Policy Research
• Andreas Krieg, Associate Professor in the School of Security Studies at King's College London
• Kenneth Katzman, Senior Fellow at The Soufan Center

Host: Adrian Finighan

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