The BBC Global News Podcast presents several international news stories. Donald Trump's second state visit to the UK is underway amidst protests and trade talks with Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Tensions rise as Israel initiates a ground assault on Gaza City, prompting international condemnation and a humanitarian crisis, with firsthand accounts from a Gaza resident. In the US, Tyler Robinson appears in court, charged with the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. The Taliban restricts internet access in Afghanistan, further isolating women and girls. Colombia halts arms purchases from the US due to disagreements over drug trafficking policies. A South Korean worker details his traumatic experience of being detained in a US immigration raid. Jaguar Land Rover faces production shutdowns following a cyber attack, and Serbia charges officials over a deadly railway station collapse. Finally, the podcast explores the impact of AI on the Japanese music industry, highlighting both opportunities and concerns for human songwriters.
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