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World News Weekly – An SBS World News Podcast

World News Weekly – An SBS World News Podcast

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 Go beyond the news headlines with World News Weekly, the SBS News podcast that unpacks the most important global news, political developments, and international affairs every Friday. Hosted by Claudia Farhart & Catriona Stirrat, this fast-paced, insightful news podcast delivers the latest world events and key global news headlines from the past seven days, in a concise, bite-sized chunk of insightful chat. From Russia, to the Philippines to Burkina Faso, we go beyond the news headlines, offering expert analysis on geopolitics, diplomacy, and global developments—from elections to economic shifts, conflicts to scientific breakthroughs. Whether you're following Australia news, Asia-Pacific news affairs, or major global news stories, this news podcast offers context and clarity on why they matter to you. Why Listen? Latest world news & political news updates, delivered weekly | Beyond the news headlines, expert insights into global affairs | International analysis from leading SBS journalists & correspondents | Quick, engaging, and easy to follow – episodes every Friday 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & SBS News.Copyright 2025, Special Broadcasting Services Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The Trump Putin showdown, Palestinian Statehood gains ground & Haiti's BBQ bounty

    The Trump Putin showdown, Palestinian Statehood gains ground & Haiti's BBQ bounty
    Aug 15 2025
    Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin face off for the first time in six years, with the future of Ukraine hanging in the balance. Anthony Albanese announces Australia will recognise a Palestinian state, sparking praise and condemnation. Plus, the Haitian gang leader with a US$5 million bounty on his head, and the world’s worst would-be assassin?
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    33 mins
  • Does Putin really want Peace? Netanyahu’s plan to ‘conquer’ Gaza & all quiet on the Korean front

    Does Putin really want Peace? Netanyahu’s plan to ‘conquer’ Gaza & all quiet on the Korean front
    Aug 8 2025
    Another deadline to Vladimir Putin comes and goes without a ceasefire, as Donald Trump eyes a high-stakes meeting on Ukraine’s future. Benjamin Netanyahu’s reported plan to ‘conquer’ Gaza sparks an unprecedented backlash from current and former military chiefs, while Lebanon moves to disarm Hezbollah. Plus, why America’s top data chief was fired, and the war of words at the Korean border goes strangely quiet.
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    22 mins
  • The ‘strangest’ press conference, Palestine recognition & Thai-Cambodian feud

    The ‘strangest’ press conference, Palestine recognition & Thai-Cambodian feud
    Aug 1 2025
    In this episode: President Trump’s shows a deep hatred of windmills during his ‘diplomatic’ trip to Scotland, and Canada moves to recognise Palestinian statehood, the latest US ally to shift its foreign policy. Plus, the Shakespearean drama fuelling deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, and when popstars meet politicians - the dark horse couple no one saw coming.
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    26 mins
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