This podcast episode touches on a range of global issues and events, including the diplomatic rift between Brazil and Israel, the dire situation in Gaza following an Israeli raid, the economic impact of the Gaza conflict on Israel, the ongoing investigations into the death of Alexei Navalny, the emergence of his widow Yulia Navalny as a prominent opposition figure, the challenges faced by civilians in the war-torn Ukrainian town of Liman, Finland's efforts to strengthen its defense against potential Russian invasion, Nigeria's struggles with the rising cost of living, the troubles faced by Paytm payments bank, and the final court hearing for Julian Assange.