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12 Minutes With - The Europe Interview

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European Union
Ukraine
Migration Policy
Social Welfare
NATO
Asylum Applications
Corruption
Hungary
United States
Greenland
European Bank For Reconstruction and Development
Gaza
Romania
European Ombudsman
Spanish Economy
Belgium
Family Reunification
Housing Crisis
Iran
US Political Policies

A series of in-depth interviews with influential Europeans—spanning politics, business, science, technology, and the environment—who are shaping the future of the continent. Each episode explores the key challenges and opportunities facing Europe today.

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UN Humanitarian Chief Tom Fletcher joins 12 Minutes with as the Middle East conflict enters its third week. He discusses the anticipated spillover of refugees to Europe, why he does not see the Board of Peace as a threat to the UN, and the precarious... more

Former French ambassador to the US, Gérard Araud, joins 12 Minutes With to explain why he thinks Trump will "chicken out" on Iran, criticism of Commissioner President Ursula von der Leyen exceeding her mandate on the conflict and the EU's divided res... more

He has been hailed as the world's leading expert in counterinsurgency warfare.

Former CIA Director and retired US Army General David Petraeus joins 12 Minutes With to discuss the US' objectives in the Iran war, the chances of a pragmatic leader eme... more

Her country is one of Ukraine’s main allies, contributing some €12 billion to Kyiv since the invasion in 2022.

Swedish Foreign Affairs Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard joins 12 Minutes With to discuss another Hungarian veto to block support to Ukrai... more

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Tom Fletcher
United Nations humanitarian chief
United Nations
Episode: UN Humanitarian Chief Tom Fletcher | Challenging cuts and spillover of crisis
Gérard Araud
former French ambassador to the US, UN and Israel
France (diplomatic service)
Episode: Gérard Araud | Former French Ambassador to the US
David Petraeus
Former CIA Director
Central Intelligence Agency (former)
Episode: Former CIA chief David Petraeus | Could Trump accept reformed regime leadership in Iran?
Maria Malmer Stenergard
Sweden's Minister for Foreign Affairs
Sweden
Episode: Swedish Foreign Affairs Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard | ‘Frustated’ with Hungary’s blocking of Ukraine aid
Alexandru Nazare
Romania's Finance Minister
Romania, Ministry of Finance
Episode: Romanian Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare | Club of economic elites 'could be very good for EU'
Naaja Nathanielsen
Greenland's Minister for Business, Energy and Mineral Resources
Government of Greenland
Episode: Greenland’s Mining Minister Naaja Nathanielsen | ‘We are a country in our own right’
Carlos Cuerpo
Spanish Economy Minister
Government of Spain
Episode: Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo | How did Spain become the eurozone's fastest-growing economy?
Teresa Anjinho
The head of the EU's ombudsman, responsible for probing cases of bad administration across the EU institutions.
European Union
Episode: EU watchdog chief Teresa Anjinho | Fraud probes 'risk damaging EU reputation'
Hristijan Mickoski
Prime Minister of North Macedonia
Episode: North Macedonia's PM Mickoski | Bullied on EU membership path?

Hosts

Sasa Vakulina
Host of 12 Minutes With - The Europe Interview
Married Jones
Host on Euronews, part of the main interview lineup

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#112
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#228
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#20
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#94
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UN Humanitarian Chief Tom Fletcher | Challenging cuts and spillover of crisis
Q: Will the UN still exist in 10 years?
Yes, the UN will still exist, as the representation of the world's imperfections and a necessary platform for dialogue, diplomacy, and humanitarian action even as it struggles with political fragmentation and conflicts.
UN Humanitarian Chief Tom Fletcher | Challenging cuts and spillover of crisis
Q: Where is the UN here?
The UN is on the ground responding to the humanitarian crisis created by the war, working through access, protection, and aid delivery, while recognizing that its role is not perfect but essential in coordinating relief and accountability.
Former CIA chief David Petraeus | Could Trump accept reformed regime leadership in Iran?
Q: Do you think we could see a toppling of the regime or a softened version of the regime emerge, and could Trump contemplate accepting that?
He suggests it is possible but not necessarily likely; the current leadership structure is complex, with an interim setup and a potential for internal changes, making a peaceful transition within Iran a difficult but not impossible outcome.
Former CIA chief David Petraeus | Could Trump accept reformed regime leadership in Iran?
Q: Given what you've seen over the past three days in terms of the US-Israeli military attacks against Iran, what is President Trump's end game here, and is he fulfilling his objectives so far?
Petraeus outlines multiple objectives: degrade Iran's missile capabilities, destroy any remaining nuclear capability, and degrade the regime leadership; he cautions that the situation is fluid and emphasizes the difficulty of predicting a definitive end state, while noting that the campaign should be measured against whether it achieves strategic goals without unacceptable escalation.
Swedish Foreign Affairs Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard | ‘Frustated’ with Hungary’s blocking of Ukraine aid
Q: What is your reaction to this move?
I am frustrated and see Hungary's veto as harmful to Ukraine and Europe, and I believe the Kremlin should be the target of wrath, not Ukraine. I also emphasized the need to increase support for Ukraine and questioned the timing given the ongoing conflict.

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What is 12 Minutes With about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features high-level conversations with European policymakers, diplomats, and officials who shape the continent's direction on foreign policy, security, economics, migration, and governance. Episodes frequently center on EU cohesion, Ukraine support and enlargement, transatlantic relations, and the intersection of European policy with global hot spots such as the Middle East, Iran, and NATO dynamics. Notable throughlines include debates over EU competence, the limits of sanctions and diplomacy, and the push for faster integration and reform across member states. The format often blends candid policy critique with pragmatic analysis of how Europe can respond to rapid geopolitical shifts, making it valuable for listeners who need ... more

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