First batch of Epstein files released

This BBC Global News Podcast episode, hosted by Paul Moss, covers several developing global stories. The US has released a large set of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, which includes photos of prominent figures, sparking controversy and disappointment due to redactions and lack of context. American forces have conducted strikes against suspected ISIS targets in Syria following the killing of American soldiers. The podcast also reports on allegations of sexual abuse against Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody, which Israel denies. Additionally, the episode discusses the surprising support for a jailed politician in South Korea and Ukraine's attack on a Russian oil tanker in the Mediterranean, marking a significant shift in strategy. Finally, the podcast touches on Rome's plan to charge tourists for access to the Trevi Fountain and the discovery of a previously unknown radio play by Tennessee Williams.