India isn't scared by Trump's Russia threats

Nearly two decades since the US last stationed nuclear weapons here – the bombs are back on UK soil. And with the RAF acquiring new fighter jets to deploy them - it’s a signal NATO is toughening its nuclear posture against Russia. Dr Sidharth Kaushal of RUSI unpacks the strategic implications.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the humanitarian toll grows in Gaza, Britain’s Prime Minister warns the UK will recognise a Palestinian state - unless Israel takes 'substantive steps’ to end the suffering. It comes amid a renewed push at the UN to get other countries to support the issue. From Beirut, The Times correspondent Richard Spencer unpacks the implications of Palestinian statehood.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taiwan has held a series of military and civilian drills to simulate a Chinese invasion. 22,000 reservists have been mobilised, and the threat of China means the rehearsals are having more of an effect on day-to-day life in Taiwan. It's a message to China, to the US and to the public that Taiwan will defend itself.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, defence analyst Eliot Wilson, who used to be a House of Commons clerk assisting parliamentary delegations to NATO, examines how Vladimir Putin is driving the Russian economy into the ground with his spending on the invasion of Ukraine. He explains why it is proving so hard to bring Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, and why China has a stake in the war.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended Frontline conversation, retired Major General Chip Chapman says Vladimir Putin's belief he can bomb Ukraine into submission is a myth. He points to the number of Russian drones shot down by Ukraine, and argues the Kremlin is underestimating the resolve of the Ukrainian people to keep fighting Russia's invasion.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 100 aid organisations are warning Palestinians in Gaza are facing 'mass starvation'. Deaths at aid distribution points have been a step too far for Israeli allies, who have condemned the humanitarian crisis. Israel is now facing pressure to change its tactics - including from Donald Trump. The Times’ foreign correspondent Richard Spencer explains why Binyamin Netanyahu won’t change course.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weeks of deteriorating relations between Thailand and Cambodia have broken out into open conflict. A contested border region known as the Emerald Triangle has led to decades of tensions. Now, rocket fire has killed civilians. The Times’ Tim Hornyak explains the situation, and the likelihood of the violence escalating.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Surin Provisional Public Relations Office Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump's threat of tariffs on Russia's trading partners is not just aimed at China. It is also aimed at Moscow's other big Asian trade partner, India. After examining the influence of Xi Jinping, Russia specialist Mark Galeotti explains why Narendra Modi isn’t scared by the threat of US tariffs and why he can keep playing Trump and Putin off each other.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As time ticks down to Donald Trump's 50-day deadline on Ukraine, success or failure might rest in the hands of Xi Jinping. The threat of tariffs on China, as one of Russia’s key trading partners, is an acknowledgement of that. Kremlin specialist Mark Galeotti explains why China's leader might have more influence over Vladimir Putin than the US president - and why Xi has much to gain.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No country is too small in China's push for greater power in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. As part of its Belt and Road initiative, Beijing is now looking to win over small island states in the Pacific. Indo-Pacific specialist Dr Dalbir Alhawat explains what China is getting in return for its billions of dollars of investment - and why it poses a problem for the US.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.