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In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and major breaking news from a global perspective

The World Tonight BBC Radio 4

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    • 4.0 • 84 Ratings

In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and major breaking news from a global perspective

    Russia launches surprise offensive in Ukraine

    Russia launches surprise offensive in Ukraine

    Russian forces have launched a surprise new ground offensive in Ukraine - crossing the border into the Kharkiv region. We ask how dangerous could this be for Ukraine.
    Also on The World Tonight:
    The UK economy is out of recession and the prime minister says the economy has "turned a corner". Two former advisers to leaders, Conservative and Labour, discuss what impact the latest economic figures could have on the election strategy of the those two parties.
    And as Netflix hit Baby Reindeer finds itself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, we ask how TV makers can avoid the pitfalls of drama based on real people.

    • 37 min
    Will Elphicke defection backfire on Labour?

    Will Elphicke defection backfire on Labour?

    A boost for Labour as another Tory MP defects. But with growing disquiet amongst the Labour ranks - could the coup backfire?
    Also on the programme:
    University leaders will meet at Downing Street tomorrow to discuss what the prime minister calls an “unacceptable rise in antisemitism” on campuses. We'll speak to a Jewish student leader - and a pro-Palestinian protester who's gone on hunger strike.
    As Russia's military attache is expelled for spying - what goes on behind the gates of the Russian Embassy in London?
    And the sperm whale whisperer: we speak to the scientist who's been decoding the sounds from the deep that resemble a human language.

    • 38 min
    'Technical issue' at passport e-gates causes backlogs at airports

    'Technical issue' at passport e-gates causes backlogs at airports

    Airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle and Manchester were all hit by a "technical issue" affecting passport control e-gates, causing long queues.
    The Home Office, which oversees Border Force, said it was working with the agency and affected airports to "resolve the issue as soon as possible and apologise to all passengers for the inconvenience caused."
    In Rafah, Israel's military operations continue, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sends a delegation of negotiators to Cairo for a potential ceasefire deal.
    And to mark the 200th anniversary of the premiere of Beethoven's 9th Symphony, we spoke to BBC Symphony Orchestra composer Sakari Oramo about the thrills and challenges of the piece.

    • 37 min
    Hamas accepts ceasefire deal as Rafah bombardment begins

    Hamas accepts ceasefire deal as Rafah bombardment begins

    The day began with Israel warning civilians in eastern Rafah to flee as they began a long-anticipated military operation in the city in the south of the Gaza Strip. But by day's end some Gazans were celebrating as news reached them that Hamas has accepted a ceasefire deal put forward by Egypt and Qatar. Israel's operation continues though, as Prime Minister Netanyahu says the deal is "far from meeting Israel's demands". Nonetheless, he has sent a delegation to the negotiations.
    Meanwhile French President Emmanuel Macron has been welcoming his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, for a state visit. The pair discussed tariffs, trade, and the war in Ukraine.
    And should Wales, a land of song, have its own Eurovision entry? Campaigners have released a possible contender, it's called Anfonaf Angel and is sung by Sara Davies. We speak to her.

    • 38 min

Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5
84 Ratings

84 Ratings

Briefey777 ,

Fab content but....

Would be 5 stars but for the tardiness in making it available! Am about to listen to tonight’s edition live and last night’s is still not available as a podcast?! Come on guys, you can do better than that!

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Slow update

The World Tonight…..3 days late! Hardly current news.

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