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State of the World from NPR

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Immerse yourself in the most compelling and consequential stories from around the globe. The world is changing in big ways every day. State of the World from NPR takes you where the news is happening — and explains why it matters. With bureaus spanning the globe, NPR reporters bring you facts and context from the ground so you can cut through the noise of disinformation. NPR's State of the World, ... more

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Joanna Kakissis
NPR Ukraine correspondent
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Episode: We visit a Ukrainian city under siege
HA Hellyer
Senior associate fellow at the Royal United Services Institute and the Center for American Progress
Royal United Services Institute
Episode: Gulf Arab states struggle under the cloud of war
Carín León
Mexican singer and songwriter
Episode: A macho Mexican superstar sings songs full of emotion
Ruth Sherlock
NPR correspondent reporting from Tel Aviv
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Episode: The Israeli election is deadlocked
Alon Pinkas
Former Israeli diplomat who advised two Israeli prime ministers
Episode: The Israeli election is deadlocked
Jill Jacobs
American rabbi and CEO of T'ruah
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Episode: Our reporter witnesses the largest detention of West Bank activists in a decade
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
President of Ukraine
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Episode: A conversation with President Volodmyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine
Yuval Abraham
Israeli documentary filmmaker and co-director of NAZA
Episode: A Gaza war documentary sparks outrage in Israel
Rachel Shore
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Episode: A Gaza war documentary sparks outrage in Israel

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Greg Dixon
NPR journalist and presenter

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 981 ratings
  • Solid and concise to get an overview of what is happening around the planet

    Podcast Addict
    4
    RuminatingStoic
    4 months ago
  • Short, sweet, and informative

    Bite sized reporting that keeps you up-to-date on some of most important things happen in the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yeknom29
    United States7 months ago
  • Great coverage

    Very insightful at the international level

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Informative Millennial
    United Statesa year ago
  • staple

    appreciate the coverage of international news.

    trusted source and helpful to get out of the national news cycle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drJpod
    United Statesa year ago
  • Long time listener still listening

    I’ve been listening since this was State of Ukraine because I felt the need to stay up to date for personal reasons but have stuck around as the stories are so relevant, compelling and important.

    Apple Podcasts
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    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners value the concise, informative format and say it helps them keep up with consequential international stories.
Some long-time listeners object to the shift from Ukraine-focused coverage to a broader international brief.
Reviews include sharply conflicting views about balance and framing on Israel, Gaza, and Ukraine coverage.
Positive feedback highlights the mix of summary and on-the-ground reporting, with clear explanations and human perspectives.
A few listeners prefer more focused reporting and say some lighter stories dilute the emphasis on major news.

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We visit a Ukrainian city under siege
Q: You visited Herson about a year ago, and you told us about the difficult and sometimes terrifying conditions residents were living under there. Can you remind us what it was like when the ceasefire wasn't in place?
Kakissis describes hearing explosions and drone detectors throughout the city. Residents faced attacks on civilians, and hospitals, playgrounds and offices moved underground as drone strikes and heavy guided bombs intensified.
We visit a Ukrainian city under siege
Q: Tell us how this break in the fighting was allowed to happen.
Kakissis says the ceasefire was negotiated to let aid reach people in occupied Oleshky, who were short of food and medicine. Pope Leo worked for months to persuade Russia, and Melania Trump's involvement preceded Vladimir Putin agreeing to the ceasefire.
The Israeli election is deadlocked
Q: Would a coalition that depends on Arab votes somehow challenge the whole idea of Israel as a Jewish state?
Pinkas says that is the argument made by opponents of cooperation, who point to the political climate since October 7, 2023, while he sees the combined opposition and Arab-party seats as a clear majority.
The Israeli election is deadlocked
Q: So votes are still being counted, but for now, this looks deadlocked. What are the leading candidates saying?
Sherlock says Netanyahu emphasized his military record and the wars during his election speech, while Eisenkot warned against using national security for political gain.
Gulf Arab states struggle under the cloud of war
Q: Well, given that, I mean, the Gulf States have historically hosted US military bases, thinking that would serve as a form of protection. But now these are targets, along with their civilian infrastructure. So how are Gulf Allies thinking about those bases now?
Hellyer says the main concern is not simply the presence of U.S. troops but Gulf states' place in a U.S.-underpinned regional security system that he says has failed to protect them. Regional governments are discussing alternatives that depend less on the United States.

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Weekday, short-form international reporting that pairs NPR correspondents' accounts from the ground with interviews and context from officials, analysts, researchers, and people directly affected by events. Coverage spans conflict and diplomacy, elections, migration, labor, technology, and culture, with a recurring focus on how global developments shape daily life. Reports often move between firsthand scenes and expert explanation, making complex events accessible without losing their human stakes. Regular presenter Greg Dixon introduces reporting from correspondents across NPR's international network. The format suits listeners who want a concise global news briefing and appreciate reported detail over extended studio discussion. Its broad... more

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