
This is Talk’s dedicated war and global security channel, covering conflicts from around the world.
From Ukraine and Russia to Israel and Hamas, and the latest conflict with Iran, Talk War brings together the sharpest conversations from across the network in one place.
Julia Hartley-Brewer, Jeremy Kyle, Ian Collins and Kevin O’Sullivan each bring their own approach — whether that’s on-the-ground r... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 83 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentaryGovernment | |||

Donald Trump’s faltering Iran strategy, the escalating Strait of Hormuz blockade and the growing threat to the global economy take centre stage in this high-stakes episode of Talk War. Former Defence Select Committee chair Tobias Ellwood delivers a b... more
Donald Trump’s escalating Iran conflict, the Strait of Hormuz blockade and the growing threat to global shipping dominate this explosive Talk War special as Isabel Oakeshott reports from Dubai after fresh missile alerts in the UAE, Sean Bell breaks d... more
A new report out today has revealed that the UK military is SKINT! The defence forces can't afford to buy any new weapons until 2030.
Meanwhile, Iran has sent a new 14-point peace plan to the US asking them to withdraw forces from the region, as the... more
Tensions in the Middle East surge after the US intercepts and seizes an Iranian cargo vessel, triggering fresh retaliation threats from Tehran and plunging the Strait of Hormuz back into chaos. With the vital shipping route flipping between open and ... more
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This program skews toward high-level geopolitics, international law, and security, with a steady stream of guests including former intelligence officials, diplomats, and military experts. Across episodes, the show frequently tackles Iran, Israel, the broader Middle East, and the dynamics of the UK's role in global security, often contrasting legal interpretations, strategic alignments with allies, and political leadership decisions. Standout elements include frequent expert guests, a focus on nuanced debates around intervention, and a willingness to challenge official narratives, which may appeal to professionals in policy, defense, defense contracting, journalism, and global business seeking in-depth, scenario-based analysis.
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