This episode explores a range of global news stories, beginning with escalating trade tensions between the US and China, focusing on President Trump's tariff threats and China's potential countermeasures. Against this backdrop, the podcast examines a war of words between US Vice President Pence and Chinese officials, analyzing the online reaction in China to Pence's comments. More significantly, the BBC's fact-checking unit investigates claims made by President Trump regarding unfair trade practices with the EU and China, revealing inaccuracies in his statements about trade deficits. The report then shifts to the situation in Russian-occupied Ukraine, featuring an interview with a Ukrainian activist detailing the risks of resistance and the ongoing Russification efforts. Further segments cover new insights into the Titanic's final hours revealed by a 3D replica, upcoming talks between the US and Iran regarding Iran's nuclear program, a report on the global rise in executions, and the ongoing conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, including the trial of Armenian prisoners in Baku. Finally, the podcast highlights a UK baby born from a womb transplant, showcasing a life-giving medical advancement. What this means for international relations, humanitarian aid, and medical technology is a complex picture of both conflict and progress.
