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The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

By: Sky News
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 Sky News’ Yalda Hakim and NBC’s Richard Engel have covered world events for years. Now, they team up for a new podcast to share their experiences from the frontline.

They debrief from global flashpoints and discuss their encounters with the biggest decision makers. They’ll also be joined by some of those key players to help make sense of world events.

From conflict in the Middle East, to the US election, and the war in Ukraine there is no better place for analysis and expertise

New episodes from Richard and Yalda every Wednesday. Starting October 9th.Copyright Sky News Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Could a ceasefire deal in Gaza be close?

    Could a ceasefire deal in Gaza be close?
    May 28 2025
    As international criticism of Israel’s latest military offensive in Gaza mounts, Richard and Yalda ask how likely a ceasefire is in the coming weeks.

    Also, one of Richard’s contacts tells him how Israel is using talking drones in Gaza which he describes as ‘like something from Black Mirror’.

    Yalda unpacks her interview with a Hamas official who has an interesting revelation about negotiations.

    Meanwhile, Richard gives his thoughts on how possible a US-Iran nuclear deal is. He also unveils the life of the super-rich in Iran's capital.

    Later on, they both try to make sense of the latest drama between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

    To get in touch or to share questions for Richard and Yalda, email theworld@sky.uk

    Episodes of The World With Richard Engel And Yalda Hakim will be available every Wednesday on all podcast platforms.
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    35 mins
  • Former spy chief on Gaza, China, and cyberwarfare

    Former spy chief on Gaza, China, and cyberwarfare
    May 21 2025
    Former GCHQ director Sir Jeremy Fleming joins Richard and Yalda for a wide-ranging conversation covering the war in Gaza, Donald Trump’s foreign policy, the threat of China and the dangers of AI.

    What does the former spy chief think will happen in the war in Ukraine? How close is a nuclear deal with Iran? What are the biggest threats to the UK’s national security?

    Sir Jeremy, who held the top role for six years before leaving in 2023, also answers questions from listeners on spies, cyber wars and who might be the next James Bond.

    GCHQ, short for Government Communications Headquarters, is the UK's largest intelligence agency, focusing on counter terrorism, cyber security and international intelligence.

    To get in touch or to share questions for Richard and Yalda, email theworld@sky.uk

    Click here to visit their YouTube channel where you can watch all the episodes.

    Episodes of The World With Richard Engel And Yalda Hakim will be available every Wednesday on all podcast platforms.
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    43 mins
  • 'A Golden Age of the Middle East'? Trump visits the Gulf

    'A Golden Age of the Middle East'? Trump visits the Gulf
    May 14 2025
    This week, Yalda is in Riyadh and Richard is back in Tehran as they discuss President Trump's trip to the Gulf states.

    He hails a "Golden Age of the Middle East" and vowed to stop sanctions on Syria and repeats his desire for a nuclear deal with Iran.

    Richard also tells Yalda about his trip to Syria where he joined a search for American hostages killed by ISIS - and Yalda shares her concerns over the fragile ceasefire brokered between India and Pakistan.

    You can watch Richard's exclusive report from Syria here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqCEELavbFg

    To get in touch or to share questions for Richard and Yalda, email theworld@sky.uk

    Click here to visit their YouTube channel where you can watch all the episodes.

    Episodes of The World With Richard Engel And Yalda Hakim will be available every Wednesday on all podcast platforms.
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    35 mins

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