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Joe Biden has exited the 2024 US presidential race, yielding to mounting pressure after a poor debate showing and growing Democratic unease over his performance. We look back at Biden's long political journey and the implications of his sudden departure for Democrats' prospects in November. In this episode:  Sabrina Siddiqui, ( @SabrinaSiddiqui ), National Politics Reporter, Wall Street Journal Ep...

As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israel struck Yemen. Polio was detected in Gaza. The International Court of Justice said Israel's occupation of Palestinian land is illegal. Benjamin Netanyahu is set to travel to Washington. It is day 289 of the war. At least 38,900 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode: Hamd...

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on April 28, 2021. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Two new reports – one commissioned by the French government and one by Rwanda’s government – have underscored the role France played in the 1994 Rwandan genocide. But one critic says Rwandan President Paul Kagame’s response...

Republican leaders are presenting a united front coming out of this week’s convention. Many supporters of former president Donald Trump are sporting ear bandages in solidarity after the attempt on his life. With his running mate, Ohio senator JD Vance, by his side, and former political opponents rallying behind him, what’s the strength of the ticket heading into the election?   In this episode:  R...

Schools run by UNRWA, the UN refugee agency for Palestinian refugees, have been havens for civilians fleeing Israeli bombing in Gaza. But a string of UNRWA-run schools sheltering displaced Palestinians have been bombed and the agency’s headquarters in Gaza City was destroyed. Where can Palestinians find safety? In this episode:  Maram Humaid ( @MaramGaza ), Al Jazeera Reporter Mahmoud Alshawa ( @m...

A local politician’s comments connecting a rise in male suicide attempts to women being in the workforce is part of a broader backlash to a feminist awakening in South Korea. The fight against rampant sexism and gender-based violence includes the growing 4B movement, which calls for women to refuse marriage, childbirth, dating, and sex with men. In this episode:  Haein Shim, ( @HaeinShim ) Freelan...

The gunshots targeting former president Donald Trump have altered the US political landscape. The assassination attempt sparked urgent calls for calm and unity. How much of an impact will it have on the already unprecedented presidential race? In this episode:  Kimberly Halkett ( @KimberlyHalkett ), Al Jazeera White House Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan an...

Following an attempt on the life of former president Donald Trump on Saturday, the Republican Party is gearing up for its national convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. From security arrangements to community reactions, we delve into how the city is getting ready for this event – and a possible Trump presidency. In this episode:  Patty Culhane ( @PattyCulhane ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Isiah Holmes...

As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: A suspected assassin targeted US presidential candidate Donald Trump. Israel killed more than 90 Palestinians in southern Gaza in one attack, as it ordered the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in northern Gaza. Indirect peace talks continued. Today is Sunday, July 14th. It...

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on October 4, 2023. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Since last year, Haiti’s government has been asking the international community for help to restore peace and security. This week, the United Nations Security Council approved sending an international police force led by Ke...

The Copa America was supposed to be a dress rehearsal for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But sacked coaches, a brawl, and an early exit for the United States threaten to overshadow the Lionel Messi mania ahead of the final between Argentina and Colombia in Miami. Where does football in the US go from here? In this episode:  Jon Arnold ( @arnoldcommajon ), Football Writer, Getting CONCACAFed Episode cred...

As Israel approves the largest seizure of Palestinian land in over 30 years, a leaked tape has revealed Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s covert strategy to annex the West Bank. Will the plan succeed? In this episode:  Nida Ibrahim ( @nida_journo ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Hagit Ofran ( @hagitofran ), Co-Director, Settlement Watch Project at Peace Now Episode credits: This ep...

What would a second Trump presidency look like? One possible vision is laid out in Project 2025, a plan by the Heritage Foundation that’s ringing alarm bells with celebrities, activists, and the Biden administration. It aims to transform the federal government. What vision does it lay out for the future of US democracy? In this episode:  Reed Galen ( @reedgalen ), Co-founder of The Lincoln Project...

The conversation around US President Joe Biden among Democrats has been nonstop since the first debate with his opponent, Donald Trump. Will he step down? And if he does, how much would it change the course of the Democratic party? In this episode:  Ali Harb ( @Harbpeace ), Al Jazeera English Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Duha Mosaad, with Mohammed Zain...

A wave of anti-Syrian violence in Turkey has resulted in unprecedented retaliatory protests and attacks on Turkish military bases in northwestern Syria. At the same time, Turkey is seeking to normalize relations with the government of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad. What does it mean for millions of Syrians in Turkey? In this episode:  Sinem Köseoğlu ( @sinemkoseoglu ), Al Jazeera Turkey Corresp...

As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israeli attacks in Gaza continued amidst reports of possible progress in ceasefire talks. The director of Al Shifa Hospital was released from Israeli prison. The Israeli government approved the appropriation of more land in the occupied West Bank. It is day 275 of the war. At least 38,150 Pale...

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on June 2, 2023. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. On May 15, 2023, there was a clear winner in Thailand’s election – the Move Forward party came through with three times the vote of the leading government party. The people of Thailand, led by the youth, came out in a move aga...

Locals are fighting to reclaim their city from tourism in a mass demonstration in Barcelona on July 6. The tourism boom has impacted local life, housing, and culture, pushing the city to the brink.  In this episode:  Carme Arcarazo ( @carmearcarazo ), Speaker of Barcelona’s tenant union ( @sindicatlloguer ), housing researcher at La Hidra  Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Barto...

The Keir Starmer-led Labour Party appears set to win its first UK election in 14 years. But can it capitalize on its gains once it takes the reins? In this episode:  Anealla Safdar ( @anealla ), Al Jazeera English Europe Editor Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Ashish Malhotra, Duha Mosaad, and Marcos Bartolome with Amy Walters, Chloe K. Li, Manahil Naveed, Mohammed Zain...

Thousands of people were imprisoned for years without charge or trial by the United States during its so-called “war on terror”. Moazzam Begg was one of them. For the first time since he was detained more than 20 years ago, Begg returns with Al Jazeera to the Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, where he witnessed terrible abuses that continue to haunt him. In this episode:  Moazzam Begg ( @Moazzam_Beg...

Iranians are voting for a new president – but the first round of the election saw the lowest voter turnout in the country’s history. Will more people turn out on Friday for the final round of the vote, or will this trend continue? And why has turnout been so low?  In this episode:  Maziar Motamedi ( @MotamediMaziar ), Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Duha Moss...

The first US presidential debate of 2024 left many watchers wondering about the state of debate and democracy in the United States. We hear debating lessons from students who still believe the skill is essential to keeping democracy alive. In this episode:  K.M. DiColandrea, ( @dico_nyc) Founder and Executive Director, Brooklyn Debate League Jonathan Conyers, ( @iamjonconyers ) Debate Coach and fo...

As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israel's Prime Minister said operations in Gaza would become less intense as its military once more attacked Palestinians sheltering in tents. Uncollected garbage in Gaza is a major health threat. It is day 268 of the war. At least 37,800 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode:...

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on January 26, 2022. None of the dates or references from that time have been changed.  Julian Assange has waged a long fight against extradition from the UK to the US, and after years, a final decision is imminent. But when UN Special Rapporteur on Torture Nils Melzer was asked to look into his case in 2018, he found hims...

Argentina’s lower legislative house is set to approve President Javier Milei’s package of economic reforms. Despite signs of economic improvement on the macro level, the consequences of Milei’s spending cuts for the average person have been profound. How have everyday Argentinians been faring under Javier Milei? In this episode:  Teresa Bo ( @TeresaBo ), Al Jazeera correspondent Episode credits: T...