The Inside Story Podcast

The US has transferred thousands of detainees linked to the group from Syria to Iraq. It cites security concerns, but is the move enough to prevent ISIL from re-emerging in Syria?
In this episode:
Zeidon Alkinani, independent researcher on identity politics in Iraq and the Middle East
Colin Clarke, executive director of The Soufan Center
Sarah Sanbar, researcher in the Middle East and North Africa division at Human Rights Watch
Host: James Bays
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India hosts an international gathering focusing on the impact of AI's growing dominance. What's the best approach to governing the use of such rapidly advancing technology? And can it be regulated?
In this episode:
Amba Kak, Co-Director of the A.I. Now Institute
Ruta Piepina, Associate Professor at Riga Graduate School of Law
Marc Einstein, Research Director and Global Head of AI Research at Counterpoint Research
Host: Rishaad Salamat
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Israel has taken another step towards annexing the occupied West Bank — approving the registration of Palestinian land as state land. It follows a decision that makes it easier for settlers to seize Palestinian property. So, what are the implications of Israel's ongoing land grab?
In this episode:
Mohammad Dahleh, Human rights lawyer
Mitchell Barak, Founder of KEEVOON Research, Strategy and Communications
Simon Mabon, Professor of Middle East and International Politics at Lancaster University
Host: Rishaad Salamat
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African nations must have permanent seats on the UN Security Council, the head of the world body tells the African Union. Most of Asia and Latin America don't have a permanent presence either, despite their huge populations. Can the United Nations be reformed?
In this episode:
Olukayode Bakare, Visiting Scholar, International Relations and African Politics, University of Colorado Denver.
Mukesh Kapila, Former UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan.
Tim Murithi, Senior Advisor, Institute for Justice and Reconciliation.
Host: Rishaad Salamat
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Germany's chancellor says the international rules-based order is gone. The US secretary of state responds, saying the Trump administration wants the transatlantic alliance - but while criticising Europe again. So what is emerging? A new global order, or something else?
In this episode:
Chet Love - U.S. Republican strategist and political commentator
Scott Lucas - Professor of U.S. and International Politics at University College Dublin
Einar Tangen - Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Governance Innovation
Host: Mohammed Jamjoom
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