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The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

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Ukraine
Donald Trump
Syria
Israel
Iran
Middle East
Gaza
Lebanon
ISIS
Hamas
Hezbollah
Kidnapping
Syrian Civil War
Middle East Conflict
Bashar Al-Assad
Iraq War
Russia
Rett Syndrome
Conflict Journalism
Taliban

Sky News’ Yalda Hakim and NBC’s Richard Engel have covered world events for years. This is the podcast where they share experiences from the frontline. They debrief from global flashpoints and discuss their encounters with the biggest decision makers. They’ll also be joined by some of those key players to help make sense of world events. From conflict in the Middle East, to the Trump presidency, a... more

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When he left his job in 2025, the former head of MI6 said that he didn't think he’d left the world in a better place... more

What is the mood in Iran’s capital? Are people still protesting in the streets? What is the regime saying about what happened?

Richard Engel is in Tehran for NBC News and tells Yalda what he is seeing and what officials are telling him.

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How does the Iranian regime use technology to control its people? How has AI and misinformation been used in the current wave of protests?

The Iranian regime just implemented the longest internet shutdown in its history. For over two weeks, very lit... more

It's been a month since a wave of protests spread across Iran, followed by a brutal government crackdown.

With the country under an internet blackout, it's still unclear how many have been killed - Richard and Yalda discuss what the death toll co... more

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Gianni Infantino
President of FIFA
FIFA
Episode: After the crackdown: what is happening on the streets of Iran?
Mahsa Alimardani
Associate Director of Technology Threats at Witness
Witness
Episode: Iran's information war: the battle for control of the internet
Richard Fontaine
Foreign policy expert and former National Security Advisor to Senator John McCain
Center for a New American Security
Episode: Trump at Davos: What does Europe do next?
Azadeh Afsahi
Human rights activist
Episode: The Iranians who want Trump to intervene
Moj Mahdara
Founder of the Iranian Diaspora Collective
Episode: The Iranians who want Trump to intervene
Shervin Pishevar
Tech investor and Iranian-American involved in Starlink operations in Iran
Episode: Is the Iranian regime about to fall?
Kasim Khan
Son of Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Pakistan
Episode: Bondi, Imran Khan’s sons speak out and is a deal close in Ukraine?
Sulaiman Khan
Son of Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Pakistan
Episode: Bondi, Imran Khan’s sons speak out and is a deal close in Ukraine?
Gul Bukhari
Human rights activist and journalist who was forced to flee Pakistan due to military pressures.
Independent journalist
Episode: How did a viral deepfake stoke tensions between India and Pakistan?

Hosts

Yalda Hakim
Co-host and journalist with extensive experience reporting from global flashpoints; known for in-depth analysis and firsthand accounts of political events.
Richard Engel
Co-host and award-winning journalist; recognized for insightful, on-the-ground reporting from conflict zones and political upheavals.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 531 ratings
  • Yalda invites person with questionable character as expert

    The Iranian businessman Yalda claimed to be the key person has a questionable background.

    On yr show he claims millions of Iranians are clamoring for the senior citizen son of the former Shah to return and lead the nation. Really ?

    He also said he was in Trahir during the revolution in Libya. Except Trahir is where it happened in Egypt.

    Instead of asking the real questions of the connection between this guy and Musk and Trump and future of another oil country in the age of a military expansi... more

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    1
    Hokkaido North Country
    Japana month ago
  • Smart, Informative, Personal

    Unique international look with prescient, smart, analytical reporters we can trust to tell the truth with a sense of shared humanity & a lack of BS.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DougFoPug
    United Statesa month ago
  • Trust is gone

    I guess trust as gone and it will not come back

    We have failed Palestine and Ukraine people

    Lesson was obvious and clear to see World leaderships failed and passed their faith and trust in USA Bog mistake

    And now here we are in hell co created by leaders globally

    I believe trust as now gone

    You don’t care for humanity all you care about is money and stealing

    It’s disgusting and citizens are now awake and I for one have lost trust in global leadership

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lovealways#
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I listen to this show every day on my way to work very informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midtown North 2643
    United States4 months ago
  • When you invite death lord in

    Why are we shocked? He that is the stench of corruption that Blair expels from himself is foul enough The legacy of deaths will always follow his path

    Does the man have any care for humanity from my lens he has none !! It’s like inviting death to your home , this grim reaper was always in the background

    The stench of death follows him

    He will always be there

    Lies upon lies upon lies

    They must think victims of abuse committed are now forgotten BUT they are not

    Too late now Blair your days... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lovealways#
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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After the crackdown: what is happening on the streets of Iran?
Q: What is the government saying about the death toll?
The government claims about 3100 people were killed, of which 600 were considered armed insurrectionists, while the rest were deemed martyrs from the chaos.
After the crackdown: what is happening on the streets of Iran?
Q: What's the mood like?
The protests have been put down, and there are no demonstrations currently due to fear among the populace after a violent crackdown.
Is the Iranian regime about to fall?
Q: How does technology play a role in the protests?
Technology, particularly Starlink, allows protesters to circumvent internet shutdowns and share their situation with the outside world, vital for garnering international support.
Is the Iranian regime about to fall?
Q: What is the significance of the protests happening in Iran?
The protests are significant as they reflect widespread anger over economic hardships and represent a potential shift against an increasingly unpopular regime that has been in power since 1979.
The Iranians who want Trump to intervene
Q: Do you Moj feel let down by the international community because there's been condemnations and President Trump being consistent in his rhetoric?
Moj expresses frustration over the international community's lack of decisive action and believes that the Iranian people are suffering unnecessarily without substantial intervention.

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The podcast engages deeply with global news and events, offering insights from two highly experienced journalists who have witnessed key occurrences firsthand. Topics frequently explored include political turmoil in regions such as the Middle East, emerging issues stemming from the Trump presidency, and ongoing conflicts like the war in Ukraine. The hosts bring their personal encounters with major decision-makers to the forefront, making complex issues accessible and analyzed from various perspectives. This approach not only informs listeners about current affairs but also humanizes the stories behind the headlines, highlighting the impact of these events on civilians and communities. Special guests from various geopolitics sectors often co... more

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2. Mahsa Alimardani
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7. Kasim Khan
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