Hezbollah defeated, says Israeli minister

This BBC Global News Podcast explores a variety of international stories, including the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon and Russia's favorable response to Donald Trump's election. It also delves into the challenges facing the COP29 climate conference, particularly with the potential withdrawal of the US, and examines the effects of drone warfare in Ukraine. Additionally, the podcast highlights an innovative AI-driven laser eye surgery, the looting of Sudanese cultural artifacts amid civil unrest, and a Dutch police initiative that employs a hologram to crack a cold case murder. To wrap up, it features a report on the Panettone World Cup, which was recently won by a talented Spanish baker.