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Many South Koreans are demanding President Yoon Suk Yeol either resign or be impeached after he sprung a surprise declaration of martial law late last night, shocking the country's allies across the world, particularly the US, which has nearly 30 thousand troops posted in the country. Joining the program to discuss what comes next to is former US Ambassador to South Korea Kathleen Stephens. Also on today's show: Colin Clarke, Director of Research, The Soufan Group; Steven Rattner, former counselor to the US treasury secretary; David Frum, staff writer, The Atlantic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The shocking decision by South Korea's president today to declare martial law spurred protests erupted at the National Assembly, and, within hours, lawmakers unanimously rejected the declaration. Senior American officials say they are "very concerned" by what's happening there. Kenneth Choi is the International Editor for one of South Korea's major newspapers, he joins the program from Seoul. Also on today's show: former South Korean Foreign Minister Kyung-wah Kang; former German Chancellor Angela Merkel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Asia prepares for a whole new America under Donald Trump, Christiane speaks with US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel. Plus, no women in combat and ditching diversity issues. Is this the future under Trump's unconventional defense pick? We dig into the real-world impact with former US Defense Secretary William Cohen. And as the great American play "Our Town" returns to Broadway, Michel Martin speaks with Director Kenny Leon and stars Katie Holmes and Jim Parsons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Thanksgiving, The Amanpour Hour focuses on the power of bridge-building. Following a contentious election, America feels more divided than ever. Renowned political scientist Robert Putnam joins Christiane to reflect on the reasons driving Americans apart and how to rebuild those communities. Former Israeli and Palestinian leaders Ehud Olmert and Nasser al-Kidwa join forces and discuss their shared vision for peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Journalist Yuval Abraham and Palestinian co-director and West Bank resident, Basel Adra talk about their collaboration in a new and controversial film, “No Other Land.” Diane Foley, mother of slain journalist James Foley and co-author Colum McCan delve into their book "American Mother," which covers her journey of resilience, meeting her son's killer and rejecting hatred despite her tragic loss. Historian Dominic Erdozain examines the origins of the Second Amendment and its evolving interpretation in his book "One Nation Under Guns," and the need to find political agreement to end gun violence in America. Finally, “Kim’s Convenience” creator Ins Choi sits down with Christiane on-set to celebrate the immigrant experience that unites us all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Syrian rebels say they've entered Aleppo for the first time since 2016. We bring you the latest from the region. Then, Pakistan's capital is turned upside down by anti-government protests. We speak to the former Pakistani ambassador to the US. Plus, "Sugar Cane" is a new documentary exploring the horrific abuse at indigenous boarding schools run by the Catholic church. The filmmakers join us to discuss. And five years after a fire destroyed parts of Notre Dame, the iconic cathedral reopens its doors fora presidential preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some governors, led by J-B Pritzker of Illinois and Jared Polis in Colorado, are trying to strengthen their own state-level institutions to protect against the promised retribution of President Trump. Colorado Governor Jared Polis joins Christiane from Boulder. Also on today's show: former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; James Beard Award-winning Chef Bryant Terry, author of "Black Food" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah appears within reach. A spokesman for Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party says they have approved it, and Lebanon's government has agreed to the US-backed proposal, after the speaker of Lebanese Parliament Nabih Berry received Hezbollah's approval to move forward. Elias Bou Saab is the deputy speaker of Parliament, and he joins Christiane from Beirut. Also on today's show: actor Sharon Horgan on "Bad Sisters"; Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been one year since the only hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas led to the release of over 100 captives taken on October 7th. Around 100 hostages are still believed to be held inside Gaza today. Aviva Siegel was released as part of that deal last November, but her husband Keith, an American-Israeli citizen, remains in captivity. Aviva Siegel joins the show from Israel. Also on today's show: Sir Geoffrey Nice, lead prosecutor at the trial of Slobodan Milošević; Joni Levin and Keith Clarke, producer and writer/director, respectively, of the new Ted Turner documentary "Call Me Ted"; author John Vaillant ("Fire Weather" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The show opens with Bianna Golodryga speaking to David Scheffer, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues, about the legal implications of the International Criminal Court’s unprecedented arrest warrants for Israeli leaders over alleged war crimes. Plus, Bianna interviews Dan Osborn, a union steamfitter and former Senate candidate from Nebraska on why working-class Americans abandoned democrats, and how to get more of them elected to government . Then, Christiane discusses the adaptation of Say Nothing to a hit series on Hulu and Disney Plus with author Patrick Radden Keefe, exploring the dark history of “The Troubles” of Northern Ireland. Afterwards, Bel Trew of The Independent joins the show to discuss the many restrictions on abortion rights showcased in her documentary The A Word. Later, Bianna talks to Seth and Scott Avett of The Avett Brothers and John Gallagher Jr. about their Broadway musical Swept Away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vladimir Putin's assault on Ukraine, which now includes new medium range ballistic missiles, now appears to be getting a boost from Kim John Un. North Korean fighters are showing up alongside Russian forces, and the Kremlin is using North Korean-made missiles, but as correspondent Nick Paton Walsh reports, they're reliant on American components. Also on today's show: Laila El-Haddad, Palestinian-American journalist and author; musicians Scott & Seth Avett and actor John Gallagher Jr. on the new Broadway musical "Swept Away"; Oren Cass, Chief Economist, American Compass Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a groundbreaking move, the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, the first time the ICC has targeted the leader of a democratic country and a close ally of the United States. Israeli author and journalist for Haaretz Amir Tibon joins the show to dissect the ramifications and the mood in Israel. Also on today's show: David Scheffer, former US Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues; Arwa Damon, President & Founder, INARA; author Peggy Noonan ("A Certain Kind of America") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"We have a very real opportunity to bring this conflict to an end" was the assessment of US envoy Amos Hochstein, who is bringing a ceasefire proposal to Lebanon and Israel. Both the Lebanese government and Hezbollah are said to have responded positively. In the meantime, Israel has been intensifying its air strikes, even inside Beirut. Nabih Bulos is Middle East Bureau Chief for the LA Times, based in Lebanon's capital, and he joins the show from there. Also in today's show: former US Ambassador to Israel and Egypt Daniel Kurtzer; Dan Osborn, former independent candidate for US Senate, Nebraska; Paul Rosenzweig, former Deputy Assistant Secretary, Homeland Security Department Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today marks 1,000 days of war in Ukraine and for the first time ever, Ukraine has fired long-range missiles into Russia. Meanwhile, the Kremlin is escalating its own campaign against Ukraine, blanketing the country with drone and missile attacks. Former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger is concerned about what Donald Trump's return to the White House could mean for Kyiv and for American democracy. He joins the show from Texas. Also on today's show: Patrick Radden Keefe, author, "Say Nothing"; David Brooks contributing writer, The Atlantic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The stakes in Ukraine have again been laid bare. A Russian ballistic missile hit Odesa today, killing at least eight people, with children among the seriously injured. So the news that President Biden will allow the use of powerful long-range American weapons inside Russia may feel timely, although Russia says the decision will throw "oil on the fire." Dara Massicot is a senior fellow in the Russia and Eurasia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for international peace, and joins us from Washington. Also on today's show: Johan Rockström, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research; filmmaker Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent, The Independent; father-daughter documentarians Ken & Sara Burns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Trump transitions into the White House for a second term, some of his cabinet appointments—stacked with MAGA loyalists—are shocking even Republicans and raising questions about their implications for U.S. policy at home and abroad. This week Christiane examines how these staffing decisions could reshape America’s role on the global stage, with Richard Haass weighing in on the risks Trump 2.0 poses to U.S. foreign policy. Washington Governor Jay Inslee discusses the stakes for climate policy and how Democrats can recover from a crushing defeat. Former French President François Hollande reflects on Trump’s impact on Europe and Ukraine, while UNRWA Commissioner Philippe Lazzarini sheds light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid Israel’s efforts to shut down his organization. Marking 20 years since Yasser Arafat’s death, from her archives, Christiane revisits his legacy in advancing the Palestinian quest for statehood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The changing direction in US foreign policy is becoming abundantly clear, even with Donald Trump months away from taking office. Kori Schake has served at the State Department, the Pentagon, and the National Security Council. She joins the show from DC to discuss. Also on today's show: Dr. Sanjay Gupta on the controversial selection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Services; political philosophy professor Michael Sandel on his new book, “Democracy’s Discontent” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump will be inaugurated in two months’ time, but will he get the cabinet he wants heading into his second term? Senator Marco Rubio looks set to be secretary of state, but some of Trump’s other picks are raising eyebrows, even within his own party. Critics are concerned that some of these selections are not just ardent loyalists, but lack crucial qualifications for the high-ranking positions. For more on this, Christiane speaks with correspondent Jeff Zeleny. Also on today's show: UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini; former French President François Hollande; columnist Rana Foroohar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keeping with tradition, Joe Biden welcomes Donald Trump to the White House amid some unorthodox Cabinet picks. Christiane speaks with former Pentagon official and Trump backer Eldridge Colby. Plus, we explore what the GOP's stranglehold on the US government means for the world with veteran diplomat Richard Haas. And analyst Oliver Darcy joins the show with a warning: our information society is dangerously polluted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the incoming Trump administration rapidly fills up with loyalists, can Democrats do any more than watch it all unfold? James Carville was the architect of Bill Clinton's decisive victories in the 1990s who popularized the line, "It's the economy, stupid." Now he's the subject of a new documentary on MAX, he joins the program from New Orleans. Also on today's show: Rafael Grossi, Director General, IAEA; Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, co-creators of "Warriors" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World leaders are game planning for a Trump 2.0 new world order. In Azerbaijan, global delegates trying to mitigate climate change at the annual COP summit remember with dread former President Trump pulling out of the landmark Paris climate accords. Democratic governor of Washington state Jay Inslee has dedicated much of his political career to combat the climate crisis. He joins Christiane from Bainbridge Island, Washington. Also on today's show: Director Alfonso Cuarón and actor Cate Blanchett discuss their new Apple TV+ series "Disclaimer"; Richard Reeves, President, American Institute for Boys and Men Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Donald Trump's stunning comeback, Christiane Amanpour explores the global implications of Trump's second term in the White House. She speaks with former U.S. Ambassador Gordon Sondland on Trump’s likely approach to governing without constraint, favoring mass deportations and tariffs. Finland’s President Alexander Stubb joins Christiane to discuss how Europe is viewing what Trump's election will mean for NATO support and U.S. alliances around the globe, and Europe's need to take more responsibility for defense and funding. Former Biden official Rush Doshi offers insight into how China views Trump’s return amid intensifying U.S.-China rivalry, while Ukraine’s ex-Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk discusses how Kyiv views Trump’s promise to end the war in Ukraine on day one. Then, marking 35 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall, Christiane revisits her conversation with Mikhail Gorbachev from 1999, reflecting on today’s global challenges to democracy. Finally, Jan Egeland of the Norwegian Refugee Council provides an on-the-ground account of the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The reality of a second, more emboldened term for President-elect Donald Trump is sinking in. Leaders from across the globe are flooding him with congratulations and trying to get his ear on issues from the Middle East to Ukraine, to wide-ranging tariffs, and of course, the climate. All these topics that will be on the docket up at the G20 Summit in Brazil later this month, where host Brazilian President Lula will no doubt be seeing parallels between Trump's return and his own country's history with Jair Bolsonaro: a far-right politician known as "the Trump of the tropics" whose supporters stormed government buildings after he lost out on a second term. Christiane spoke with Lula about all these issues. Also on today's show: Olivia Troye, former adviser to Vice President Mike Pence; David Sanger, National Security Correspondent, The New York Times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back in January, Joe Biden kicked off his aborted presidential campaign by accusing Donald Trump of sacrificing democracy to put himself back in charge. This week the American people, knowing exactly who Trump is, returned him to the White House. For more on how Washington prepares to shift back to a Trump presidency, US national affairs correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the program. Also on today's show: Finnish President Alexander Stubb; Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; Senior Politico Columnist Jonathan Martin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the end, it wasn’t even close. Pollsters told us for months that it was a coin toss, that it could take days to count – before Donald Trump took most of the swing states and the popular vote in a single night. It was a near clean sweep for Republicans, taking back control of the Senate, and with the possibility remaining that they could hold on to the House. With all that plus a conservative-leaning Supreme Court, analysts and party stalwarts say President-elect Trump can now govern unconstrained. His agenda, as stated, includes mass deportations, deregulation, massive new tariffs on all foreign-made goods, and peace through strength abroad – though allies fear a more isolationist America. To react to all this, Christiane speaks with Trump’s former ambassador to the European Union, Gordon Sondland, who was a supporter of his re-election bid. Also on today's show: Evelyn Farkas, Executive Director, The McCain Institute; Jan Egeland, Secretary-General, Norwegian Refugee Council; Astead Herndon, National politics reporter, The New York Times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the world waits with baited breath for the results of the US presidential election, we look at one big issue rarely mentioned in this campaign: today's big power struggle between the United States and China. Plus, we take a look at unelected power, revisiting Christiane's conversation with biographer Robert Caro 50 years since he examined Robert Moses, who built - and even trampled over - New York. And Walter Isaacson speaks to historian David Rubenstein about his interactions with most living presidents and what it means to lead America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While national polls continue to forecast a virtual tie in the US presidential race, a new one in Iowa showing Harris leading Trump by three points in that ruby-red state has raised the question of whether pollsters have been missing a critical voting bloc that could determine the outcome of this election. The widely esteemed Iowa pollster, Ann Selzer, says women are driving the late shift towards Democrats. Journalist Rebecca Traister, who writes about reproductive rights and women's voices for New York magazine, joins Christiane to discuss. Also on today's show: Yuval Abraham and Basel Adra, co-directors of the new documentary "No Other Land"; Russian opposition politician Vladimir Kara-Murza Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In just three days, America chooses it’s next president. Republican Texas Congressman Dan Crenshaw joins Christiane to explain why Donald Trump is an easy choice when compared with Kamala Harris, and makes the case for why Trump’s policies will be better for Americans. Next, with control of congress also at stake on November 5th, Democrat John Avlon tells Christiane about his own campaign to flip seats in the New York race that could decide the balance of power in Washington. Then, CNN’s Tamara Qiblawi investigates how the IDF’s targeting of Hezbollah in Lebanon has threatened the country’s healthcare system. Plus, Actress Keri Russell and show creator Deborah Cahn speak with Christiane about their love letter to the U.S. State Department, in Season 2 of “The Diplomat.” From her archive, Christiane revisits her conversation with the late King Hussein, marking 30 years since the Israel-Jordan peace accords, and the last time Middle East peace seemed within reach. Finally, Christiane and Bill T. Jones sit down at BAM in New York to reflect on the revival of his dance theater production “Still/Here,” originally created during the height of the AIDS epidemic, and explores the enduring themes of mortality and resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Europe, there is talk of "Trump-proofing": buttressing alliances, on-shoring support for Ukraine, and building up the continent’s military and defense capabilities. Debates about Trump's right-wing authoritarianism echo similar tensions in France, where Marine Le Pen's National Rally Party performed strongly in July parliamentary elections. Benjamin Haddad, France’s Minister Delegate for European affairs, joins the show to discuss. Also on today's show: actors Francesca Faridany and Norbert Leo Butz talk about their new Putin play, "Vladimir"; Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina; political science professor Robert Pape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The presidential cavalcades are hitting Nevada and Arizona as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump target key swing states just days before Tuesday’s election. So far across the US more than 60 million Americans have already cast their vote. So what votes are still winnable? And where are they? Correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the program from Wisconsin to discuss. Also on today's show: Lebanese Author and Human Rights Activist Joumana Haddad; actor Keri Russell and Executive Producer of "The Diplomat"; Cassandra Welchlin, Executive Director, Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Speaking from the Ellipse in Washington last night, where Donald Trump had rallied his supporters on January 6th, Kamala Harris reminded voters of the Capitol insurrection and Trump's outspoken threats to democracy. The former president continues to stoke fears of widespread voter fraud, making unfounded allegations to assert that if he doesn't win, the whole thing is rigged. Congressman Dan Crenshaw was among a handful of Texas Republicans who voted to certify the 2020 presidential election. But today he's sitting firmly in Trump's camp, and promoting his vision for America. He joins the show from Texas. Also on today's show: John Avlon, Democratic candidate for New York State House; author Timothy Shenk ("Left Adrift") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amid the chaos in Gaza, an unlikely pair of former senior officials - Israeli and Palestinian - are proposing what they argue is a way out of war. Ehud Olmert was Israel's Prime Minister while Nasser Al-Kidwa was Foreign Minister for the Palestinian Authority. Together, they have formulated an outline for peace, and they join the program to discuss. Also on today's show: American surgeon Dr. Samer Attar; reporter Kristen Holmes; Atlantic staff writer George Packer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Tbilisi, Georgia, voters have come out to protest the results of this weekend's elections, as opposition leaders claim the vote was tainted by Russian interference. Outside observers report "troubling" conditions, citing "pervasive intimidation" of voters inside and outside polling stations. Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili is leading the opposition response. She says recognizing the elections "would be tantamount to legitimizing Russia’s takeover of Georgia." Also on today's show: Ali Vaez, Director of Iran Project, International Crisis Group; Bill T. Jones, Choreographer, "Still/Here”; Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, Senior Fellow, American Immigration Council Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Christiane explores why some former Donald Trump officials are backing him again, despite warnings from senior figures like John Kelly and General Mark Milley that a second Trump term would see him govern as a fascist. Gordon Sondland was Trump’s former EU Ambassador, testified against him during his impeachment trial, was fired, and is now backing him again. He joins Christiane to explain his change of heart. Legendary investigative journalist, Bob Woodward, discusses his new book “War," what he learned about Biden while chronicling his presidency, and warns that a second Trump term should worry everyone. Then, Stacey Abrams and Melissa Etheridge speak with Christiane about the role of protest music in shaping politics in their new documentary Louder: The Soundtrack for Change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Presidential race reaches its final days, warnings from Donald Trump's closest advisors about his preoccupation with dictators are making their way into Kamala Harris' closing argument. The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg wrote the article called "Trump: I Need the Kind of Generals that Hitler had" that's getting so much attention in these waning days of the campaign. He joins the show from Washington. Also on today's show: author John Grisham; Arwa Damon, director, "Seize the Summit" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A UN report warns Gaza is at "breaking point" and that Israel's relentless bombing has reduced life expectancy, education and standard of living back to 1955 levels. The IDF justifies its attacks, claiming Hamas and Hezbollah are deeply embedded among civilians. Which makes a new report particularly horrifying. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond investigates claims that Israel is forcing Palestinians to act as "human shields" in Gaza, to avoid putting its troops in harm's way. Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland; voting rights activist Stacey Abrams and singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge; Jason Furman, former Chair, Council of Economic Advisers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest polls suggest the race for US president between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris remains incredibly tight. The final result will surely come down to a handful of swing states, like Pennsylvania, which both candidates are trying to clinch. Veteran journalist Christine Spolar has been interviewing voters in the state for months now, and joins Christiane from Pittsburgh. Also on today's show: legendary investigative reporter Bob Woodward discusses his new book "War"; Arielle Angel, Editor-in-Chief, Jewish Currents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in Israel trying to bring the war in Gaza to an end. Hundreds have been killed there in the last two weeks alone with no word from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on what he sees as Gaza's future. Far-right Israelis, including government ministers, are calling for settlements in the enclave. Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins the show and brings us a report on these settlers. Also on today's show: Moldova Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi; author Ben Macintyre; former Acting US Solicitor General Neal Katyal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar last week, Israel is stepping up its military campaign in Gaza. In Lebanon, Israel’s campaign is straying further from military targets, attacking branches of a Hezbollah financial center which is used by many civilians as a bank. Meanwhile, a Hezbollah drone has hit the private residence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was not there, and no injuries have been reported. Ryan Crocker, who served as US ambassador to Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and other posts across the region joins Christiane to discuss. Also on today's show: Leslie Vinjamuri from the think tank Chatham House & Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg on the upcoming US presidential election; Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman (Ret.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the stakes of a razor-thin U.S. election couldn’t be higher, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Christiane in London where she was whipping up votes from Democrats overseas. She warned of the unprecedented implications for American democracy and called the leverage given to the Netanyahu government by the White House "most destructive." Then, Leslie Vinjamuri of Chatham House in London and Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg break down how U.S. allies are preparing for the results of the U.S. presidential election, and why Democrats remain hopeful about Kamala Harris' chances despite the tightening polls. Director Ali Abbasi discusses his new film, The Apprentice, chronicling Trump’s rise and the battle to get it released in U.S. theaters. Plus, as Trump calls for the death penalty for drug dealers, Ivan Watson goes inside Singapore’s Changi Prison to examine the policy from up close. From the archives, Yuval Bitton shares rare insights into Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's extremist thinking. And finally, the goddess of pop Cher is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, many are wondering what its influence might be on the Israel-Hamas war, including the fate of the hostages. Former longtime hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin, author of "The Negotiator: Freeing Gilad Schalit from Hamas," joins the show to discuss. Also on today's show: Ali Abbasi, Director, "The Apprentice"; Renee Diresta, Associate Research Professor, Georgetown; actor Gillian Anderson on her new book about female sexuality, "Want" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hamas leader and mastermind of the October 7 attacks, Yahya Sinwar, is dead. Investigative journalist Ronen Bergman joins the show from Tel Aviv with the latest. Then, as the war rumbles on, where does this leave ceasefire negotiations? What about the hostages? We get the American perspective from former top diplomat Richard Haass. Plus, we get reaction from retired Israeli General Noam Tibon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Outmanned and outgunned, Ukraine must work creatively to make a dent in Russia's war machine. Long-range drones that strike deep inside Russia are one of those innovations. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen was given exclusive access to one top-secret drone unit, and brings us a report from the frontline. Also on today's show: former NATO Deputy Secretary-General Rose Gottemoeller; NPR music critic Ann Powers; PolitiFact founder Bill Adair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Biden Administration has sent a formal letter to the Israeli government demanding it improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within 30 days, or risk violating American laws over foreign military assistance. This diplomatic move comes as the United Nations says that Israel is "effectively sealing off" the north of the enclave, leaving Palestinians with no access to food. The UN also warns that Israel may be carrying out the "large-scale forced transfer of the civilian population." Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports on the terrible suffering of the Israeli hostages and their families, as well as the Palestinian children and civilians who were killed and gruesomely injured. Also on today's show: Amos Yadlin, former head of Israeli Defense Intelligence; actor Cate Blanchett & director Alfonso Cuaron, "Disclaimer"; Georgetown law professor Steve Vladeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

War in the Middle East is intensifying on multiple fronts. Earlier on Monday, an Israeli airstrike hit a village north of Beirut killing at least 19 people. It comes as a Hezbollah drone strike killed four IDF soldiers deep inside Israel and in Gaza, there were scenes of panic after an Israeli airstrike hit the crowded courtyard of a hospital, killing four people. James Elder is the global spokesperson for UNICEF and he joins the show from Geneva to discuss his recent visit to Gaza. Also on today's show: Nancy Pelosi on her new book, "The Art of Power"; Theodore R. Johnson, scholar of race and electoral politics, on his new book, "If We Are Brave" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than one month left before America's pivotal election, Christiane speaks with Bloomberg’s Stephanie Flanders and The New York Times’ Mark Landler about how disinformation is shaping a highly contested race, with Democrats anxious in key swing states. Cate Blanchett and Alfonso Cuarón sit down with Christiane in London to discuss "Disclaimer*", the psychological thriller series in which Christiane makes a cameo appearance, and dive into the show’s themes of truth and deception. Christiane also revisits her reporting on the status of Afghan women just one year after the U.S. toppled the Taliban, and shows how 23 years later things have gone even further backwards, with Afghan women still fighting against the Taliban's misogyny and gender apartheid, even while in exile. Finally, director Steve McQueen speaks with Christiane about his new WWII film, "The Blitz", focusing on the stories of ordinary people separated by war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An Israeli airstrike flattened a residential building overnight in a densely populated neighborhood of central Beirut, killing at least 22 people. Lebanon's UN envoy has accused Israel of using 'Gaza tactics' in his country. Hezbollah claims a senior official named Wafiq Safa was the target of Israel's attack and says Safa survived the strike. Correspondent Ben Wedeman joins the show from Beirut to discuss the latest. Also on today's show: The Atlantic staff writer Franklin Foer; Ohio Governor Mike Dewine; tennis legend Rafael Nadal (from the archives) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Milton represents a one-in-a-thousand rainfall event, hitting Florida less than two weeks after another catastrophic storm, Hurricane Helene. Storms of their size and impact were once rare, but they are increasing in frequency, leaving many wondering why. Jeff Goodell has covered climate change for over twenty years and is the author of the best-selling exploration of cataclysmic temperature rise that predicts the worsening of hurricanes, “The Heat Will Kill You First.” He joins Christiane from Asheville, North Carolina, still reeling from the aftermath of Helene. Also on today's show: CNN correspondent Isabel Rosales reports from the flooded streets of Tampa, Florida; director Steve MacQueen ("Blitz"); Tom Nichols, Staff Writer, The Atlantic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time in 49 days, President Joe Biden and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke today about the rapidly expanding war in the Middle East. It's a time of extreme tension, with the U.S. losing influence over its ally Israel's intent on taking on Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran. Gaza, though, where Israel started its offensive, remains under fierce Israeli bombardment. In the northern part of the besieged enclave, Palestinians are trying to flee whilst under fire. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports. Also on today's show: Rami Mortada, Lebanese Ambassador to the UK; Bill Carlson, Tampa City Council Member; Wall Street Journal reporter Anat Peled Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is crunch time for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. As with most elections, the economy is issue number one for voters. But also in focus like never before is reproductive rights, after the overturning of Roe in 2022. On the surface, these two issues may not seem related, but economist Laura Tyson says the two are actually linked. Tyson, who advised President Clinton as the first female head of the Council of Economic Advisers, is now a professor at the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley. She joins the program from California. Also on today's show: actor Kate Winslet; journalist Connie Chung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One year ago today, at 6:29am, Hamas invaded Israel, and committed the most heinous of crimes, murdering more than a thousand people, mostly civilians, and taking 250 hostages - scores are still captive today. 23-year-old Romi Gonen was taken hostage that horrific day from the Nova music festival. She spent her 24th birthday, this summer, in captivity. Every single day her mother Meirav has been fighting tirelessly to bring her home from Gaza. Meirav spoke with Christiane for the first time late October last year. She joins the show again today from Tel Aviv. Als on today's show: Rana Salman, Co-director, "Combatants for Peace" & May Pundak, Israeli Executive Director, "A Land for All"; Al Jazeera English correspondent Youmna ElSayed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices