Israel has attacked Iranian military and nuclear sites, claiming Tehran was close to producing a nuclear weapon. Tehran says it's a declaration of war. So, how far will it go with its response? And what does it all this mean for its nuclear ambitions?

In this episode:

• Ellie Geranmayeh, Senior policy fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations.
• Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project, International Crisis Group.
• Samuel Ramani, Defense Analyst, Royal United Services Institute.

Host: Cyril Vanier

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Israel's far-right finance minister says he wants to cut off Palestinian banks from the global financial system. The plan's not yet been approved by the Israeli government. But if it does happen, what could be the consequences?

In this episode:

• Raja Khalidi, Director General at the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute.
• Shahd Hammouri, Lecturer in International Law at the University of Kent.
• Mustafa Barghouti, Secretary General at the Palestinian National Initiative.

Host: Cyril Vanier

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Renewed violence by armed groups Boko Haram and ISIL has forced thousands of people to leave their homes in Nigeria. Despite repeated government pledges, the military has been unable to end the violence. So why is it continuing and what threats does it pose?

In this episode:

• Kabir Adamu, Managing Director, Beacon Security and Intelligence.
• David Otto, Deputy Director, Counter Terrorism Training, International Academy for the Fight Against Terrorism.
• Ovigwe Eguegu, Peace and Security Policy Analyst, Development Reimagined.

Host: Elizabeth Puranam

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