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Battle Lines

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Battle Lines is The Telegraph’s defence, security and foreign affairs podcast. It offers expert analysis and on-the-ground reporting from around the world, everywhere from China and the United States to the Middle East and Europe.

Three times a week, veteran foreign correspondents Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you on-the-ground dispatches from the world’s most volatile regions and infor... more

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More children are being killed by explosive weapons than at any other time in history, according to a major new report by Save the Children and Imperial College London.

It’s clear there has been a shift in the way wars are being fought, and children... more

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America is flexing its muscles in the Caribbean and the world is holding its breath. Washington has trained its sights on Socialist-run Venezuela, and the arrival of the colossal USS Gerald Ford has sparked the biggest military buildup since the Cuba... more

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The Syrian civil war raged for years, wrecked a nation, and then quietly vanished from the headlines. Last December, a jihadist faction once aligned with Al-Qaeda toppled Bashar al-Assad’s dictatorship. Their leader, al-Sharaa is now President of Syr... more

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For more than two years a vicious civil war has been raging in Sudan. It’s been defined by massacres, rapes, displacement, and starvation. 

As the UN has long said, it is one of the worst humanitarian crises of the 21st century.

Most media didn’t p... more

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Recent Guests

Nathaniel Raymond
Executive Director of Yale's Humanitarian Research Lab
Yale University
Episode: Inside the bloody work of tracking war crimes from space
Shashwat Seraf
Country Director for the Norwegian Refugee Council in Sudan
Norwegian Refugee Council
Episode: Inside the bloody work of tracking war crimes from space
Kaveh Madani
Director of the United Nations Universities Institute for Water, Environment and Health
United Nations
Episode: 'Worse than war with Israel': Why Iran's regime is on edge
James Rothwell
The Telegraph's Berlin correspondent
The Telegraph
Episode: Germany is finally rearming against Russia. Can it go fast enough?
Ulrike Franke
Senior policy fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Germany is finally rearming against Russia. Can it go fast enough?
Maeve Cullinan
Reporter from The Telegraph's Global Health Security desk
The Telegraph
Episode: Why Ukraine's troops are facing an amputation crisis
Captain Rom Stevens
Retired US Navy doctor who volunteers in Ukraine
Episode: Why Ukraine's troops are facing an amputation crisis
Eddie Chanoler
Former military medic and retired surgeon
Episode: Why Ukraine's troops are facing an amputation crisis
Paul Spiegel
Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The battle to make Gaza healthy again

Hosts

Roland Oliphant
Host and foreign correspondent whose insights into global conflicts provide critical analysis of current geopolitical events.
Venetia Rainey
Co-host and foreign correspondent known for her detailed reporting and insightful discussions on international affairs.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 677 ratings
  • Must listen

    Great analysis, thoughtful interviewers and guests. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Can’tthj nkofanickname
    Australia18 days ago
  • A must listen

    ‘Battle Lines’ and their sister Podcast ‘Ukraine the Latest’ are my two favourites. Excellently researched and presented, they are a ‘must listen’ down here at the bottom of the World.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S A McMillan
    New Zealand25 days ago
  • Great insights

    Very informative, interesting, with excellent insights every episode. Really good variety of topics too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🦊🐻🐭🐮🐰
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Focused, wide-ranging, and thoughtful

    Focused and compact coverage of conflicts around the world. Current news leavened with future and imminent threats is presented with knowledgeable guests and pertinent questions. Thoughtful and sober and worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    welblech
    United Statesa month ago
  • Well researched

    Excellent episode.

    I come back occasionally to see what others have written.

    In my view, there are CCP operatives masquerading as DT listeners.

    This is am excellent podcast and long may it continue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pierre58
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of expert analysis and on-the-ground reporting in discussions about global conflicts.
Reviews indicate a range of opinions, with some appreciating its insightful examination of complex geopolitical issues while others criticize perceived biases.
Feedback often highlights the quality of guests and their contributions to understanding current international events.

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Why Ukraine's troops are facing an amputation crisis
Q: Why do we find ourselves in this situation with tourniquet use in Ukraine?
Captain Rom Stevens indicated that the TCCC guidelines were tailored for different warfare conditions and thus poorly adapted for the current situation in Ukraine.
Why Ukraine's troops are facing an amputation crisis
Q: How did this story come about?
Maeve Cullinan explained that she discovered the issue of improper tourniquet use through an academic paper released by Captain Rom Stevens and his colleagues working in Ukraine.
The battle to make Gaza healthy again
Q: How does Gaza differ from other conflict zones you have worked in?
Gaza is uniquely challenging due to its dense population, constant displacement of people, and the inability to safely evacuate civilians during ongoing conflict.
The battle to make Gaza healthy again
Q: What do you see as the most urgent public health priorities?
First and foremost will be safety followed by access to food, water, and health services. Addressing these needs is crucial for the survival of the population.
How a Middle Eastern superpower is fuelling the Sudan war
Q: Can you explain the role of the UAE in this conflict?
Kholood detailed how the UAE has ramped up weapons shipments and has strategic interests in Sudan, viewing it as part of their broader strategy in East Africa.

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The content focuses on foreign policy, geopolitics, and global conflict, providing insightful commentary and analysis on critical international issues. Episodes cover a wide range of pertinent topics, including the Russia-Ukraine war, tensions in the Middle East, China's military ambitions, and the complexities surrounding U.S. foreign relations. Expert guests frequently contribute to the discussions, bringing their specialized knowledge from various fields such as military analysis, political risk consultancy, and humanitarian efforts, making the insights multifaceted and comprehensive. The podcast excels at contextualizing major global events while also addressing nuanced implications for international policy and security.

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1. Nathaniel Raymond
2. Shashwat Seraf
3. Kaveh Madani
4. James Rothwell
5. Ulrike Franke
6. Maeve Cullinan
7. Captain Rom Stevens
8. Eddie Chanoler

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