World of Trouble
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Podcast Overview
<p>In an era of global conflict and turmoil, The Independent's World Affairs Editor, Sam Kiley, speaks to the people on the frontline of the discussions that are shaping our future. </p><br><p>World of Trouble is the podcast that makes sense of an ever-changing planet.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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10/19/2025
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June 3, 2026
Ex-MI6 chief and Rusi boss discuss Russia, Trump, and the future of the West
<p>This episode of World of Trouble was recorded in April 2025 and is being released again to mark the sad news that interviewee Sir Alex Younger has died.</p><p>--------------</p><p>World affairs editor Sam Kiley sits down with former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger and Dr Rachel Ellehuus, director-general of The Royal United Services Institute (Rusi) and former Pentagon official, to explore the shifting global security landscape.</p><br><p>They delve into the strategic importance of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, Nato’s future, and whether Europe has the strength and resolve to face the Russian challenge.</p><br><p>Subscribe to World of Trouble and leave a rating if you enjoyed this conversation.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 7, 2026
Husam Zomlot reveals Palestine's next strategy
<p>Husam Zomlot grew up in a Gaza refugee camp. Today he is ambassador of the newly-recognized state of Palestine.</p><br><p>On this episode of World of Trouble he tells Sam Kiley about his childhood, the path forward for the Palestinian people, and how the Iran war is impacting Israel on the world stage.</p><br><p>You can also watch the full interview on YouTube.</p><br><p>Subscribe to World of Trouble and leave a rating if you enjoyed this conversation.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
March 5, 2026
Zelensky warning: How Trump's Iran missile strikes risk draining Ukraine’s defences
In an exclusive interview with The Independent, Volodymyr Zelensky said his country may be left more vulnerable but that the lesson of Iran is that he needs weapons to force Putin to genuine peace<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is World of Trouble?
<p>In an era of global conflict and turmoil, The Independent's World Affairs Editor, Sam Kiley, speaks to the people on the frontline of the discussions that are shaping our future. </p><br><p>World of Trouble is the podcast that makes sense of an ever-changing planet.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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