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The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

Sky News
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
Conflict Journalism
Rett Syndrome
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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Latest Episodes

What does the Iranian diaspora want America to do? Do they want intervention? And what do they think is next for Iran?

As protests continue across Iran and President Trump warns of consequences if the killing continues Yalda Hakim sits down with two... more

US President Donald Trump says "help is on its way" to the protesters in Iran – but what does he mean? Will the president strike Iran? And what could actually happen if the regime falls?

Protests in Iran have been spreading across the country for n... more

What is the real reason that Trump wanted to remove Nicolas Maduro? Could he be about to do the same thing in other countries? And why is he saying he “needs” Greenland?

After the audacious events in Venezuela which saw President Nicolas Maduro remo... more

In this special Christmas episode, Richard and Yalda answer your questions. After a huge year in international news, the two reflect on the year that has been and what might be coming up in 2026.

Questions include: What was the defining story of 202... more

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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?
Zulfi Bukhari
Advisor and international spokesperson for Imran Khan
Episode: Imran Khan versus the military: What's just happened in Pakistan?
Bassam Naim
Senior Hamas official and member of their political bureau
Hamas
Episode: Is Hamas ready to give up Gaza?
Anshel Pfeffer
Prolific writer on Israeli politics and Benjamin Netanyahu
Episode: Why Palestinian statehood won’t stop the starvation

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 519 ratings
  • 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 Kingdoma month ago
  • Excellent podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midtown North 2643
    United States3 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
  • Please do NOT post

    Please do NOT post as a review (even though I love the podcast).

    Please, please pass on to Richard!

    Hello Richard, we dove (SCUBA) with you 20+ years ago at the Lighthouse Reef Resort off the coast of Belize - before your rise to fame in international journalism (before the Iraq war)!

    I’m the guy who kept asking you at dinner to give an ear tug, or some other secret signal, during your next NBC report when you went back to work (of course your response was, both reasonably and understandabl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ober Dober
    United States4 months ago
  • Glad you are back

    Have checked frequently for a new episode of this podcast and wondered what had happened. I enjoy the perspective from these professionals as they are speaking from actual on the ground experience with the locations, people and events.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kimmilybimmily
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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The commentary is often regarded as insightful, providing a critical understanding of complex global issues.
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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.
50 Cent, Zelenskyy and Trump: a Christmas Q&A special
Q: How do you manage to stay positive and step back into family lives without feeling the weight of it all?
By recognizing that while the world has dark elements, it also contains beauty, and knowing that most people face tougher circumstances.
50 Cent, Zelenskyy and Trump: a Christmas Q&A special
Q: What was the defining story of 2025 for both of you?
The defining story was the rise of Donald Trump, his desire to bend the United States and the world to his will, and the meeting with Zelenskyy in the Oval Office.

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What is The World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Recent guests on The World include:

1. Azadeh Afsahi
2. Moj Mahdara
3. Shervin Pishevar
4. Kasim Khan
5. Sulaiman Khan
6. Gul Bukhari
7. Zulfi Bukhari
8. Bassam Naim

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