Afghanistan war veterans demand apology from US

The Global News Podcast addresses international relations, focusing on Donald Trump's impact on NATO and global stability. Trump's comments regarding NATO allies in Afghanistan sparked outrage, with critics like Keir Starmer calling them insulting. The podcast highlights the sacrifices made by non-American soldiers in Afghanistan, with personal accounts of British casualties and their families' reactions. The discussion extends to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, where negotiations are stalled as Russia demands territorial concessions while simultaneously attacking Ukraine's power infrastructure, causing a humanitarian crisis. Additionally, the podcast covers the UN's condemnation of Iran's crackdown on anti-government protests and Alex Honnold's controversial free solo climb of Taipei 101.