The United Nations warns that the impact could last well beyond the conflict. The US-Israel war on Iran has created risks to food security from higher energy costs and shipping restrictions. The world’s fertiliser production has been badly hit due to attacks on Gulf chemical plants. Where is the food supply most at risk, and … Read more
Quotable ‘These are countries that face drought, food or economic difficulties that compound this crisis much farther.’ David Owiro, founder of the African Development Think Tanks, says that African countries are particularly vulnerable to the economic consequences of the US-Israeli war on Iran. Published On 22 Mar 202622 Mar 2026 Click here to share … Read more
Oil and gas facilities in the Gulf have been attacked since early in the war on Iran. The war in the Middle East took a serious turn when Israel bombed Iran’s energy facilities, pushing Iran to step up attacks on its Gulf neighbours. The damage has been significant and will take years to repair. It also … Read more
More attacks in both countries despite peace efforts. Pakistan has been accused of launching air strikes that killed civilians in Afghanistan, a day after three Pakistani security personnel were killed in a bombing. Recent peace efforts and a temporary ceasefire have failed. What’s driving the violence – and what are the risks? Presenter: Imran Khan … Read more
UN warns 118 states are way behind leaders in Artificial Intelligence. Artificial intelligence is the tech revolution of our times. But more than 100 countries are falling way behind those leading the surge in AI, and are losing out. That is what the UN General Assembly will hear this week. So what is the risk … Read more
US president has told Mexico and EU they face tariffs of 30 percent in August. United States President Donald Trump has informed Mexico and the European Union that they face tariffs of 30 percent starting next month. This has created shock and is raising fears of an all-out trade war, but both Mexico and the … Read more
Global fears rise over nuclear risk from confrontation in the Middle East. Israel says that ending Iran’s nuclear programme is a key aim of its attacks on the country. Israel is widely believed to have nuclear arms, but has never admitted that. So, what are the nuclear capabilities of both sides, and what are the … Read more
Both countries have substantial nuclear arsenals. International concern is mounting over the India-Pakistan conflict, as both are armed with substantial nuclear arsenals. Atomic bombs have only been used twice – 80 years ago on Japan. What nuclear risks do the current hostilities pose? Presenter: James Bays Guests: Dan Smith – Director of the Stockholm International … Read more
M23 rebels have taken control of Goma, capital of North Kivu province in eastern DRC. Since re-emerging just more than three years ago, Rwanda-backed rebels have advanced steadily through the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, seizing towns and villages, and forcing people from their homes. M23 is just one of hundreds of rebel groups in … Read more
The Israeli army says it is ready for the next stage of its war on the besieged Gaza Strip. Israel has gathered hundreds of thousands of troops ahead of its ground invasion of Gaza. But Hamas is likely to be ready for them. Tens of thousands of fighters have had time to prepare traps and … Read more