06 Aug 2025
24m

Unsteady state: Somalia in disarray

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Economist Podcasts

This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers three distinct topics: the fragile state of Somalia and its struggle against jihadist violence, the mixed state of crime in Britain where overall crime is down but the rate of solved cases is also decreasing, and a reflection on the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima through The Economist's historical coverage, examining the immediate aftermath and long-term implications of the event. The podcast features expert analysis and historical context to provide a fresh perspective on these global events.

Outlines

Part 1: Somalia - Fragility and Challenges

Part 2: Crime in Britain - Trends and Policing

Part 3: Hiroshima - Bombing and Aftermath

Part 4: Episode Summary

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