Explore every episode of the podcast World Review with Ivo Daalder
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaza Chaos, Rubio’s Rise, Iran Deal or Strike | 30 May 2025 | 00:45:07 | |
Israel is under fire this week as international frustration mounts over chaotic aid efforts in Gaza and fears of an expanded ground offensive. US Envoy Steve Witkoff’s new ceasefire proposal, however, has sparked cautious hope, with talks ongoing despite setbacks. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is undergoing a shakeup as Marco Rubio consolidates power in his add-on role as National Security Advisor, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces internal Pentagon strife, doubts about his leadership, and questions about an illegal warrantless wiretap. Finally, President Trump is pushing for a nuclear deal with Iran amid threats of an Israeli strike, complicating an already fragile diplomatic landscape. Carla Anne Robbins, Nahal Toosi, and Karen DeYoung join Ivo Daalder on the Council's stage in Chicago for a special live recording of the farewell episode of the Council's "World Review with Ivo Daalder" podcast. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Trump-Putin Call, Taiwan-China Dialogue, Syria Sanctions | 23 May 2025 | 00:42:20 | |
President Trump’s decision to step back from peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine war after a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin has rattled NATO allies and raised fears of weakening Western unity. Critics warn the move emboldens Moscow, while Trump touts future trade with Russia. Meanwhile, in Taiwan, President Lai Ching-te marked his first year by calling for dialogue with China while pledging to bolster defenses amid growing military threats and political friction at home. And the US and EU are moving forward with easing sanctions on Syria, hoping economic relief will prevent renewed civil war, despite concerns over Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa. Jamil Anderlini, Ken Moriyasu, Liz Sly join Ivo Daalder on World Review to analyze and offer insights on this week’s pressing global developments. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Germany Gets Serious, Israel Breaks Ceasefire, Trump Threatens Iran | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:43:12 | |
This week, Germany bets big on its future as parliament approves Friedrich Merz’s bold €1 trillion push for defense and infrastructure, shattering borrowing limits to counter Russia and cut reliance on the US. Is the debt gamble worth it? In the Middle East, Israel’s renewed assault on Gaza shatters a fragile ceasefire, killing more than 400 and igniting protests in Jerusalem. Political maneuver or military necessity? And Iran is back in President Trump’s crosshairs, having been warned over Houthi attacks and given a two-month deadline to strike a nuclear deal. Will tensions explode? Bobby Ghosh, Stefan Kornelius, Catherine Philp join Ivo Daalder on World Review to weigh the risks, motivations, and consequences of this week’s geopolitical power plays. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| French Backlash and Netanyahu Takes a Pause | 31 Mar 2023 | 00:46:34 | |
Clashes continue in France over pension reform, raising pressure on Macron. Meanwhile, Netanyahu pauses judicial reform after public outcry for sacking his defense minister. Plus, Xi Jinping met with Putin for two days of joint criticism of the West and Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen arrives stateside. Council President Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Roger Cohen, Bobby Ghosh, and Anton La Guardia on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Iraq War 20 Years Later | 24 Mar 2023 | 00:46:15 | |
This week marked the 20th anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq. The World Review team looks back at the war’s impact on the Middle East, the West, and global stability, and the international cost of American intervention in Iraq when it comes to support for issues like Ukraine today. Council President Ivo Daalder is joined by Susan Glasser, Gideon Rachman, and Carla Anne Robbins. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| China's Changing Reach: The Saudi-Iran Deal and AUKUS Sub Upset | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:46:07 | |
Beijing brokers a deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran, with big implications for the civil war in Yemen. Plus, the AUKUS crew unveils plans for nuclear-powered Australian submarines. What does this mean for the future of US-China tensions and the potential repercussions in the Indo-Pacific? Council President Ivo Daalder dives in with Deborah Amos, Jamil Anderlini, and Peter Spiegel on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Xi's Third Term, Russia Stumbles, and India’s G-20 Fallout | 10 Mar 2023 | 00:46:03 | |
President Xi Jinping tightens his grip over the Chinese Communist Party by embarking on a third five-year term. Meanwhile, Russia’s new offensive sputters as Ukraine builds up its own forces. Plus, fallout from the G-20 meeting begs the question: has India’s foreign policy hit a wall? Council President Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Ravi Agrawal, Steven Erlanger, and Nahal Toosi on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Scholz Goes to Washington, Change in the EU, Protests in Israel | 04 Mar 2023 | 00:47:12 | |
Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Biden are set to discuss Germany's shifting role in Europe after a year of Russia's war. How can both nations best support Ukraine? Plus, Israeli police crack down on the thousands protesting Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul. Guest host Carla Anne Robbins is joined by Caroline de Gruyter, Bobby Ghosh, and Stefan Kornelius to talk details on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Superpowers after One Year of War in Ukraine | 24 Feb 2023 | 00:41:50 | |
President Biden showed solidarity with Ukraine in a surprise visit to Kyiv, while China’s top diplomat Wang Yi touched down in Russia to strengthen the countries' relationship. Is this meeting a precursor to one between Putin and Xi? Plus, Putin suspends Russia's participation in the New START nuclear pact. CFR’s Carla Anne Robbins guests hosts World Review with Karen DeYoung, Steve Erlanger, and Nirmal Ghosh for a discussion on where the three powers stand at the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Earthquake Fallout, Spy Balloon Hysteria, Ammo for Ukraine | 17 Feb 2023 | 00:44:51 | |
In this week’s show: Presidents Erdogan and Assad face mounting criticism for their governments’ woeful earthquake responses, NATO allies sound the alarm on Ukraine’s ammunition shortage, and spy balloon hysteria continues to strain US-China relations. The Atlantic’s Kim Ghattas guest hosts World Review with Susan Glasser, Prashant Rao, and Peter Spiegel to discuss. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Balloon-gate, Earthquakes, and Russia's New Offensive | 10 Feb 2023 | 00:48:20 | |
The death toll climbs above 20,000 in Turkey and Syria following two massive earthquakes, while China’s spy balloon raises US-China tensions. How will presidents Erdogan and Xi face the tests of their leadership? Plus, Ukraine expects a new Russian offensive in the east as attacks intensify. Council President Ivo Daalder dives in with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Stefan Kornelius, and Giles Whittell on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Tensions in Israel, Post-Brexit Britain, India's Rise | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:47:41 | |
Continuing violence and Netanyahu’s bid to limit judicial powers loomed over Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel this week, bringing to light a tonal shift in the US-Israel relationship. Meanwhile, Britain faces still more scandals three years on from Brexit. Plus, the United States and India ally on tech to compete with China and Russia. Council President Ivo Daalder examines this and more with Deborah Amos, Bobby Ghosh, and Philip Stephens on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Xi U-Turns, Biden's Green Subsidies, Ukraine Gets Its Tanks | 27 Jan 2023 | 00:48:18 | |
President Xi Jinping has introduced a series of policy shifts to turn the narrative around as the fallout from zero-COVID further strains China's economy. Will this smooth relations with the West, and is this new push authentic? Plus, what does the latest US-EU clash over clean energy subsidies mean for the future of climate change and global trade? And finally, Germany and the United States agree to send tanks to Ukraine. Ivo Daalder discusses with Jamil Anderlini, Elise Labott, and Peter Spiegel on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Putin Stalls Ceasefire & Europeans See Trump as a Threat | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:45:02 | |
This week Russia hints at openness to a cease-fire in Ukraine but with tough conditions—stalling tactic or real breakthrough? Meanwhile, European allies increasingly see President Trump as a growing security threat, raising questions about reliance on the US and the impact on nuclear deterrence. And a judge rules President Trump overstepped by freezing USAID funds but stops short of ordering the revival of canceled programs. How is the dismantling of US foreign aid affecting the world’s most vulnerable populations and what impact is it already having on America’s global influence and security? Susan Glasser, Anton La Guardia, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder this week on World Review to break it all down. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The End of Globalization, Tanks to Ukraine, Iran Protests | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:46:56 | |
As leaders gather in Davos for the first time since Covid-19, the state of global affairs remains grim, from the ongoing war in Ukraine to climate change and a possible global recession. We’ll discuss the relationship between geopolitics and geoeconomics and offer potential solutions. Then, Western powers will meet later this week to decide whether to send tanks to Ukraine. Plus, the protests against the Iranian regime continue. Will the Islamic Republic break? Council President Ivo Daalder examines these issues with Steve Erlanger, Kim Ghattas, and James Harding on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Brazil and Jan 6, Israel's Future, China Reopens Borders | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:47:57 | |
Thousands of Bolsonaro supporters stormed Brazil’s key government buildings, in scenes reminiscent of the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. We’ll look at the similarities and differences between the two coup attempts. Then, we’ll analyze Netanyahu’s new government that is pushing a far-right agenda. Plus, after pivoting on “zero covid” policy, China reopened its borders for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began. What does this mean for the global economy? Ivo Daalder discusses with Ravi Agrawal nand Giles Whittell on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Looking Ahead To 2023 | 06 Jan 2023 | 00:50:53 | |
Bobby Ghosh, Susan Glasser, and Prashant Rao join Council President Ivo Daalder as they look ahead to discuss 2023's biggest stories in their eyes. From the Ukraine-Russia war, and Turkey's general election to China’s mismanagement of COVID-19, and the impact it has on the global economy, they analyze key predictions on what lies ahead in the new year. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Stories That Shaped 2022 | 16 Dec 2022 | 00:46:17 | |
Karen DeYoung, Steve Erlanger, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo Daalder to discuss 2022’s biggest stories in their eyes. From the Ukraine-Russia war and its impact on global markets to the faltering of authoritarian rule and the unexpected revival of the West, they reflect on a tumultuous year and what 2023 might hold. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| China Bends on Zero-COVID and Xi Goes to the Gulf | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:49:15 | |
China has eased its zero-COVID policies in a major concession to protesters, but is its public health system ready for a case increase? Meanwhile, what does Xi Jinping’s visit to Saudi Arabia mean for Sino-Arab ties? Plus, Israel's Netanyahu has returned to power with ultra-nationalist coalition allies, and the EU’s price cap on Russian oil is off to a rocky start. Ivo Daalder discusses with Kim Ghattas, Bobby Ghosh, and Peter Spiegel on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Protests in China, EU Oil Embargo, and Macron's State Visit | 02 Dec 2022 | 00:47:16 | |
How far will Xi Jinping go in cracking down on the demonstrations against China's zero-COVID policy, and is reversing his previous stance even on the table? Meanwhile, the EU attempts to impose a price cap on Russian oil while Chevron resumes petroleum extraction in Venezuela. And Emmanuel Macron's US state visit is overshadowed by NATO trade tensions. Ivo Daalder discusses the details with Ravi Agrawal, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, and Giles Whittell on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| COP27, War Spills to Poland, and Midterms Impact G20 | 18 Nov 2022 | 00:47:33 | |
The global South flexed its muscle at COP27 this week, including a pledge to end deforestation in the Amazon from Brazil. Meanwhile, tensions have heightened between NATO and Russia as the war in Ukraine spills over to Poland and fears of escalation rise. Finally, the world reacts to US Midterm results in real time at the G20 summit and beyond. Guest host Carla Robbins explores global reactions with Deborah Amos, Steve Erlanger, and Philip Stephens. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Lula's Comeback, Israeli Elections, and Ethiopia's Truce | 04 Nov 2022 | 00:47:20 | |
President Lula da Silva's narrow victory against Jair Bolsonaro has heavy implications for Brazil's democratic institutions and the global fight against climate change. In Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu's conservative coalition is projected to win with the help of the far right. Council President Ivo Daalder explores these comebacks and the news of a truce in Ethiopia, joined by Bobby Ghosh, Susan Glasser, and James Harding on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Xi Consolidates Power and Nuclear Antics From Russia | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:45:03 | |
What does Xi Jinping’s power grab at the conclusion of China’s Communist Party Congress imply, and what should we expect from his next five years in power? Plus, the West accuses Russia of plotting to use a “dirty bomb” laced with nuclear material. Council President Ivo Daalder examines these claims and the likelihood of a Russian nuclear strike, joined by Lijia Zhang, Foreign Policy editor in chief Ravi Argawal, and Semafor's Prashant Rao on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Goodbye to Truss, Hello (Again) to Xi, Iran Protests Persist | 21 Oct 2022 | 00:46:19 | |
All eyes are on Europe as Liz Truss steps down, begging the question: what does this mean for the future of Britain? Meanwhile, China’s Party Congress continues, with plans to cement Xi Jinping’s third term this weekend. Finally, protest movements persist within Iran despite institutional forces rallying hard against them. Steve Erlanger, Nirmal Ghosh, and Nahal Toosi join Council President Ivo Daalder to discuss on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Trump’s Trade War, China’s Warning, and Europe’s Challenge | 07 Mar 2025 | 00:42:58 | |
This week before delivering his address to Congress, President Trump sparked a trade war with America’s three largest trading partners—Canada, Mexico, and China—triggering swift retaliatory tariffs and rattling global markets. Meanwhile, during China’s National People’s Congress annual meeting, Premier Li Qiang announced increased defense spending, reaffirmed Taiwan reunification plans, and declared readiness to fight "any type" of war in response to Trump’s tariffs. And after last week's fiery Trump-Zelensky clash, the US has paused arms and intelligence support for Ukraine. Can a European “coalition of the willing” step up as America pulls back? Ravi Agrawal, Ken Moriyasu, and Anna Sauerbrey join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on World Review to unpack this week’s top global news stories. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Ukraine War Escalates, OPEC's Fallout, and Kim's Nuclear Games | 14 Oct 2022 | 00:46:01 | |
The war in Ukraine intensifies as Russia hurls missiles at civilians and critical infrastructure across the country. OPEC scales back oil production, with big repercussions for Saudi Arabia’s complicated US relationship. And North Korea moves closer to its first nuclear test in five years with the threat of conflict on the peninsula rising. Elise Labott, Stefan Kornelius, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder on World Review to discuss the fallout. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Russian Setbacks in Ukraine, Truss's Rocky Start, US-China Microchip Wars | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:46:59 | |
This week: continued setbacks for Russia in Ukraine within territory Putin claims to have annexed, along with an update on global attitudes on the conflict. We’ll also turn to the UK in the aftermath of the Truss government’s disastrous mini-budget proposal, and what it could portend for the rest of her premiership. Finally, we’ll round out with a discussion on the US and China’s protracted efforts to secure global supply chains for critical microchip components. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Iran Protests, Europe Gets Tough on China, Russia Resists Mobilization | 30 Sep 2022 | 00:45:46 | |
Continued protests after Mahsa Amini’s death have sparked government reprisals in Iran. Europe realigns against China in the wake of myriad economic, political, and human rights concern. And Putin’s mobilization faces a chaotic start with administrative errors, street demonstrations, and a mass exodus of draft-eligible Russians. Council President Ivo Daalder examines the long term implications for the world at large with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Jamil Anderlini, and Bobby Ghosh. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Putin Upsets UNGA, Rise of the Euroright, and Iran Protests | 23 Sep 2022 | 00:45:26 | |
This week, the UN General Assembly meets in New York to discuss a world “in peril”—made all the more so by Vladimir Putin’s decision to mobilize for more war. Elections in Sweden and Italy impact the future of far-right politics in Europe, and with growing civil unrest in Iran, prospects for a revived nuclear deal may be fading. Join Ivo and Steve Erlanger, Kim Ghattas, Peter Spiegel to unpack. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Xi-Putin Summit, the UK after Elizabeth, and Ukraine Strikes Back | 16 Sep 2022 | 00:45:08 | |
As Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping meet in Uzbekistan, does their nations' partnership truly have “no limits”? What does Queen Elizabeth II’s passing mean for the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and Britain’s global role? And what might Ukrainian gains on the battlefield mean for the war's outcome and for continued Western support of Kyiv? Elise Labott, Philip Stephens, and Giles Whittell join Council President Ivo Daalder to discuss. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| America, China, and the Avoidable War (Replay) | 09 Sep 2022 | 00:49:14 | |
The evolution of the United States and China relationship has global ramifications. From the war in Ukraine and Asia Pacific security to climate change and economic growth, solutions to a host of global challenges could hinge on the ability of the world’s two superpowers to manage their differences constructively. Kevin Rudd, a former Australian prime minister who has studied, lived in, and worked with China for more than forty years, joins Council President Ivo Daalder to demystify both nations’ geopolitical objectives and consider what it will take to avoid a catastrophic conflict. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Gorbachev's Legacy, Russian Visas, and Liz Truss | 02 Sep 2022 | 00:43:56 | |
Caroline de Gruyter, Gideon Rachman, and Prashant Rao join Ivo Daalder to reflect on the life and legacy of Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev before a look at the EU’s move to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists. Plus, if UK favorite Liz Truss succeeds Boris Johnson, how will she measure up with foreign policy? Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Six Months of War in Ukraine, Global Droughts, Finnish Partygate | 26 Aug 2022 | 00:44:46 | |
Ukraine marks its Independence Day six months since the start of Russia’s invasion. What shape has this brutal war left either side in, and where does the conflict go from here? Plus, extreme heat and record-breaking droughts have left countries around the world scorched and in short food supply as weather extremes become the norm. And finally, how to read the countervailing barrage of criticism, and upswell of support for Finland’s Prime Minister Sanna Marin facing criticism over “partygate” videos. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Afghanistan One Year On, Attacks on Ukraine Power Plant, Iran Deal | 19 Aug 2022 | 00:43:58 | |
One year after the bungled withdrawal from Afghanistan, the World Review team looks at competing narratives about what happened and why—and where it leaves the Afghan people. Also this week: Zaporizhzhia’s nuclear plant has become a new frontline of the war to control Ukraine, and fuel for skyrocketing anxiety for EU leaders fearful of a serious nuclear incident. Plus—an Iran deal is in the offing. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Fallout from Pelosi's Taiwan Visit and Elections in Kenya | 12 Aug 2022 | 00:42:46 | |
This week: far from standing down in the Taiwan Strait, China has pledged to regularly patrol the area and remain ready for combat. How might this aggressive stance play out in the wake of Nancy Pelosi’s visit, and what position should the United States take in plotting a path forward? Then, elections in Kenya and what low turnout means for the future of democracy. Joining us – Emily Feng of NPR, Nirmal Ghosh of The Straits Times, and James Harding of Tortoise Media Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Germany Moves Right, US Abandons Ukraine, and Gaza Truce Extension | 28 Feb 2025 | 00:41:22 | |
The center barely held in Germany, as Germany moved sharply to the extremes, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) doubling its support in just four years. Can Germany retake the lead in Europe, which is now more urgent than ever? Meanwhile, President Trump continued to walk away from Ukraine, siding with Russia at the UN and forcing Kyiv into signing a mineral agreement for little in return. How will this significant break impact the future of US foreign policy? Then, looking ahead, the fragile ceasefire in Gaza is approaching a critical deadline. With the first phase of the truce set to expire Saturday, how far apart are Israel and Hamas from agreement on proceeding to the next phase? Stefanie Bolzen, Andrew Roth, and Giles Whittell join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to analyze these pressing issues that could have lasting global consequences. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Russia, China, and the Battle for Global Dominance | 05 Aug 2022 | 00:46:38 | |
Catherine Ashton, Robert Kagan, Kishore Mahbubani, join Ivo Daalder discuss the new geopolitical order emerging from Russia and China’s efforts to counter US power. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Putin’s Gas Game, Pelosi Eyes Taiwan, Latest on Ukraine | 29 Jul 2022 | 00:44:43 | |
This week: as Russia weaponizes its gas supply in an attempt to subdue Europe with the threat of a very cold winter, we examine the possible responses to, and repercussions of, that strategy. Also, the worsening situation on the ground in Ukraine, and the debate over Nancy Pelosi’s planned trip to Taiwan. Joining us: Jamil Anderlini of POLITICO Europe, Susan Glasser of the New Yorker, and Ryan Heath of POLITICO. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| The Perfect Storm – Heat Waves, Energy Crunches, and Climate Change | 22 Jul 2022 | 00:44:54 | |
As the Northern Hemisphere battles record-setting heat waves and wildfires, Europe barrels towards a winter energy shortage that will chill homes and industrial output alike. This week—Nirmal Ghosh, Amna Nawaz, and Elise Labott join Ivo Daalder to examine a perfect storm of energy and environment crises. Also up for discussion: What did Biden and Putin accomplish in their respective trips to the Middle East? And we’ll get the latest on unrest in Sri Lanka. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Biden in the Middle East, Britain’s Next Leader, Sri Lanka’s Collapse | 15 Jul 2022 | 00:45:14 | |
Ravi Agrawal, Bianna Golodryga, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the outcome of Biden’s trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia. Then, how rising energy prices may be contributing to Ukraine war fatigue. Plus, a look at who will lead Britain and how Sri Lanka can recover from its collapse. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Boris Johnson's Resignation, Xi Declares Victory in Hong Kong, Biden Shifts to Middle East | 08 Jul 2022 | 00:44:58 | |
Karen DeYoung, Bobby Ghosh, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder to discuss Boris Johnson’s historic resignation. Then, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Hong Kong marks the 25th anniversary under Beijing's rule. Plus, back from Europe, President Biden will travel to the Middle East next week, making stops in Israel, the West Bank, and Saudi Arabia in hopes of rebuilding relations in the region. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| G7 and NATO Leaders Meet, Ukraine Stalemate, New Hope for Iran Nuclear Talks? | 01 Jul 2022 | 00:46:14 | |
Stefan Kornelius, Carla Robbins, and Peter Spiegel join World Review with Ivo to discuss key takeaways from the G7 and NATO Summits that concluded this week. Then a look at where the Ukraine War is heading. Plus, the latest on talks in Qatar in a last-ditch effort to revive the 2015 Iranian nuclear agreement. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Russia's Gas Squeeze, Three Major Summits, Colombia and France Veer Left | 24 Jun 2022 | 00:43:48 | |
Ravi Agrawal, Sylvie Kauffmann, and Giles Whittell join guest host Carla Robbins to discuss Russia’s gas squeeze on Europe and the impact on climate policies. Then, they analyze the weekend's election outcomes in France and Colombia and their global significance. Plus, summits galore: the latest on the upcoming EU, G7, and NATO gatherings. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Ukraine's EU Bid, Shangri-La Dialogue, and Biden’s Visit to Saudi Arabia | 17 Jun 2022 | 00:44:40 | |
Kim Ghattas, Nirmal Ghosh, and Stefan Kornelius join guest host Carla Robbins to discuss the US-China relations dominating the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. Then, what to expect from President Biden's July visit to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Ukraine's EU candidacy, and global reactions to the January 6 hearings. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Biden's Summit of the Americas, China's Goals in the South Pacific, Updates on Ukraine | 10 Jun 2022 | 00:45:44 | |
Jamil Anderlini, Carla Robbins, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder to discuss the South Pacific and why it’s the next US-China contest. Then, President Biden’s Summit of the Americas is off to a rocky start as Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador declines to attend. What does this mean for US policy towards Latin America? Plus, the latest on the war in Ukraine. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Biden's Iran Deal, Fissures over Ukraine, Trouble Brews for Boris Johnson | 03 Jun 2022 | 00:41:18 | |
Bobby Ghosh and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss whether the latest revelation in the Iran nuclear talks mean the deal is dead. Then, pressure mounts as Boris Johnson faces new threats of confidence over the latest “partygate” report. Plus, emerging fissures over the endgame in Ukraine. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| US-Russia Reset, New Gaza Plans, and Xi’s Big Tech Bet | 21 Feb 2025 | 00:44:10 | |
US and Russian negotiators met in Saudi Arabia this week and, in a stunning reset, agreed to re-establish normal relations and work together to end the Ukraine war. Meanwhile, from Mar-a-Lago President Trump blamed Ukraine for the war and called President Volodymyr Zelensky “a dictator.” What does this shift mean for Ukraine, NATO, and US security commitments? Then, we examine Arab states’ alternate plans for Gaza—what do they propose, are any of them viable, and what will the impact be on the region’s dynamics? Finally, we turn to Beijing, where China’s President Xi Jinping met with top entrepreneurs at a big tech summit. Will Xi be able to boost investor confidence and promote high-tech industries while ensuring businesses align with government priorities? Bobby Ghosh, Prashant Rao, and Liz Sly join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on this week’s World Review to analyze shifting alliances and intensifying global power struggles. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Biden’s Taiwan Defense, Endgame in Ukraine, and the Global Food Catastrophe | 27 May 2022 | 00:46:19 | |
Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Susan Glasser, and Giles Whittell join Ivo to discuss Biden’s comments about defending Taiwan against Chinese attack as tensions mount between the US and China over Taiwan. Then, as war aims are shifting on both sides, what is the likely endgame in Russia's war on Ukraine? Plus, how the Russian-Ukraine war is adding to fears of a global food crisis. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Putin Shifts on NATO, Biden's Asia Trip, and the Summit of the Americas | 20 May 2022 | 00:44:04 | |
Now that Finland and Sweden have applied for NATO membership, breaking decades of non-alignment, Karen DeYoung, Gideon Rachman, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo to discuss what happens next and why Putin claims he’s ok with their membership. Then, previewing Biden’s first Asia trip and why countries are threatening to boycott the Summit of the Americas next month. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Russia vs. Europe, Northern Ireland, and Globalization's End? | 14 May 2022 | 00:44:45 | |
Caroline de Gruyter, James Harding, and Ryan Heath join Ivo to discuss two competing views on Europe—Putin's and Macron’s. Then, how a Sinn Fein victory in Northern Ireland could affect the Brexit deal’s Ireland asterisk and what trade disruptions and China’s zero-COVID fallout mean for globalization. Don't forget to leave us a review! Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe | |||