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Geopolitics ● Now

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Geopolitics Now is a Worldcrunch podcast featuring prominent French political analyst Pierre Haski of national broadcaster France Inter. Haski has worked as a foreign correspondent for Agence France-Presse (AFP) and the Libération daily, with postings in South Africa, Jerusalem, and Beijing. Since 2018 he has been a geopolitical columnist on France Inter’s morning radio show and podcast. Worldcrunch is a Paris-based media that delivers the best international journalism in English for the first time. Voice-matching technology is used in the production of Haski's English voice.

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El Fasher To Abu Dhabi, Tracing The Foreign Sponsors Fueling Sudan’s War 07.11.2025 4:13

Today, Pierre Haski looks at the world's indifference to the ongoing war in Sudan, following the fall of El Fasher, the last major city in Darfur.

Lessons Learned After The Democrats’ Election Victories 06.11.2025 4:21

Today Pierre Haski examines three key lessons from a series of Democratic election victories across the U.S.

With Each New Release, “Hostage Diplomacy” Is Here To Stay 05.11.2025 4:23

Today Pierre Haski unpacks what has been called “hostage diplomacy” in the wake of the release of the last two French citizens imprisoned in Iran.

How The Battle Of Pokrovsk Could Sway The Future Of Ukraine — And Europe 04.11.2025 4:22

Today Pierre Haski looks at how the battle for the key city of Pokrovsk could sway both the future of Ukraine and Europe.

The Rabin Assassination, Thirty Years On 03.11.2025 4:31

Today Pierre Haski looks at what the 30th anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin’s assassination says about the current grim state of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Putin, Trump And The Dicey Game Of Nuclear Fearmongering 31.10.2025 4:11

Today Pierre Haski examines the dicey game of nuclear fearmongering in the wake of recent declarations by Trump and Putin.

A Fragile Truce In The U.S.–China Trade War Can’t Hide Trump’s Miscalculation 30.10.2025 3:51

Today French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at the fragile trade truce between the U.S. and China.

Africa’s Ageless Presidents And The Stunting Of Democracy 29.10.2025 4:28

Today Pierre Haski looks at the unresolved question of democracy in Africa, in the wake of two presidential elections without suspense.

Javier Milei’s Electoral Victory, Lessons Beyond Argentina 28.10.2025 4:19

Today Pierre Haski takes a look at the significance of Javier Milei’s electoral victory, which goes beyond Argentina.

Lebanon To Gaza, The Wars Of The Past Two Years Are Not Over Yet 27.10.2025 4:27

Today Pierre Haski examines the massive gap between pause and peace in the Middle East, from Lebanon to Gaza.

Trump’s Trade War Comes Full Circle — China Strikes Back 17.10.2025 4:09

Today Pierre Haski takes a look at the consequences as China strikes back in Trump’s trade war.

Off The Latin American Coast, Trump Reignites The Monroe Doctrine To Deadly Effect 16.10.2025 4:36

Today Pierre Haski looks at how Donald Trump is pushing the boundaries of U.S. power in the Caribbean — causing alarm across Latin America.

Madagascar Coup, How Gen Z Anger Triggered A Military Takeover 15.10.2025 4:10

Today French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at how a Gen Z protest movement in Madagascar triggered a military takeover.

With Hostages Home, Netanyahu’s Future Is Back On The Table 14.10.2025 4:36

Today Pierre Haski examines the uncertain future for Benjamin Netanyahu in the wake of the Israeli hostages' release.

The Built-In Fragility Of The Gaza Ceasefire 13.10.2025 4:08

Today French political analyst Pierre Haski takes a look at the fragility of the Gaza ceasefire.

Here Are The Limits Of Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan 10.10.2025 4:23

The first phase of Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan sees Israelis and Palestinians taking to the streets in a rare moment of shared joy — but there is good reason to be skeptical about what comes next, says Pierre Haski.

Gaza Ceasefire: Trump Deserves Credit For A Job Not Yet Done 09.10.2025 4:11

Today, Pierre Haski offers a note of caution on the news overnight that the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire has been sealed.

France In Turmoil, A Dream For The World’s Authoritarian Leaders 08.10.2025 4:10

Today, Pierre Haski looks at how France's current political turmoil is being seen by the world's authoritarian leaders.

Two Years After October 7, Israel Still Has No Path Forward 07.10.2025 4:32

Today Pierre Haski examines the critical crossroads Israel is facing, as the war in Gaza still rages two years after the October 7 attacks.

Why Trump Is A True Positive Force On Gaza Talks — And Why It Won’t Last 06.10.2025 3:39

Today French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at how Donald Trump has pushed both sides in Gaza talks closer to a ceasefire.

Unpacking The Gen Z Global Revolt Against Corruption 03.10.2025 4:35

Today Pierre Haski unpacks the Gen-Z-led protests against corruption, from Madagascar to Morocco.

How Europe Can Stand Up To Putin Without Falling Into His Trap 02.10.2025 4:11

Today French political analyst Pierre Haski looks at the two-day summit of European leaders in Denmark, which will focus on the Russian threat.

Soy, An Unlikely Weapon In The Sino-American Power Struggle 01.10.2025 4:42

Today Pierre Haski looks at how soy has turned into an unexpected weapon in the power struggle between the U.S. and China.

Honest Broker Or Bibi Enabler? The Limits Of Trump’s Influence In Gaza 30.09.2025 4:04

Today French political analyst Pierre Haski asks how much influence Donald Trump actually has in trying to bring an end to the war in Gaza.

Moldova Chooses Europe, Sends A Message To Putin 29.09.2025 4:21

Today Pierre Haski examines the results of Moldova’s national elections, seen as a test in the wider struggle between Vladimir Putin and the European Union.