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500 activists sailed toward Gaza. This is what happened.
Brief: Ceasefire extension in Lebanon doesn’t stop Israeli bombing. Palestinians mark 78 years since the Nakba
Another Take: The cruise is over, but coronavirus has crews stranded at sea
Hantavirus: how scared should we be?
Iran, Taiwan, and trade: Trump’s high‑stakes return to Beijing
How US donor bodies were sold for Israeli military training
Is the Pentagon’s UFO dump a political distraction?
Inside US Democrats' Gaza fight - and what it means for 2028 elections
Brief: Israel continues to strike Gaza. Israeli attacks across Lebanon despite ceasefire
Another Take: Why is land in the West Bank being sold off to US citizens?
Justice for Shireen: the American investigation
Inside the Israeli bloc that could topple Netanyahu
‘This is my last voice note’: how piracy returned to Somalia and Yemen
Could OPEC break lead to era of energy volatility?
Would you bet on the next disaster? The rise of prediction markets
Brief: Israel extending control of land in Gaza. Trump does not rule out new hostilities with Iran.
Another Take: Was hope of aid for Gaza seized with the Freedom Flotilla?
Michael Jackson’s biopic and what it leaves out
How rebels teamed up to shake Mali and the Kremlin’s grip
What does Chornobyl look like 40 years later?
Is a US-Iran deal still possible?
What does the White House dinner shooting mean for Trump?
Brief: No peace talks between US and Iran. Israel intensifies its attacks on Gaza.
Another Take: Lost childhood - Haiti’s kids in the grip of gangs
How Israel targeted and killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil
How Trump’s Iran war is driving military dissent
Did UK universities pay to ‘spy’ on pro‑Palestine students?
The US exit from Syria, explained
The Flotillas, Part 1: What does it take to sail to Gaza?
Brief: Tensions continue in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel draws yellow line in Lebanon
Another Take: War at the doorstep – everyday life in southern Lebanon
Inside Kharg Island, Iran’s oil lifeline under threat
A ceasefire in Lebanon — will it hold?
More than $5 trillion in US taxes: Who gets it?
Who is keeping the fight alive in Sudan’s war?
Brief: US plans Hormuz closure, Israel attacks south Lebanon ahead of talks
Brief: US and Iran fail to reach a deal, Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepening
Another Take: The life and death of one Palestinian child
Will the US war machine doom the Iran ceasefire?
Does a US-Iran ceasefire mean the end of the war?
How Trump’s promise to ‘wipe out’ Iran could backfire on US power
Why Pakistan is key in the US-Israel war on Iran
How Asia became ground zero for the oil crisis
Brief: Trump sets new deadline for Iran. Israel passes death penalty law for Palestinians.
Ep 1566Another Take: The meaning of Easter in Palestine
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on March 29, 2024. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Easter holds special meaning for Christian Palestinians. For Good Friday, we speak to a Palestinian pastor raised in Bethlehem who underlines the parallels between the Israeli oppression of his people and the crucifixion of Jesus at the center of his faith. In this episode: Reverend Dr. Munther Isaac (@MuntherIsaac), Evangelical Lutheran Pastor in Bethlehem Episode credits: This episode was updated by Chloe K. Li. The original production team was Khaled Soltan, Zaina Badr, Miranda Lynn, Amy Walters, Ashish Malhotra, Chloe K. Lee, David Enders, Faranisa Kampana, Nigeen Oliyai, Sarí el-Khalili, Sonia Bagat and our host Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Joe Plourde mixed this episode. Our engagement producers are Adam Abou-Gad and Vienna Maglio. Andrew Greiner is lead of audience engagement. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Ep 1565Palestine 36: A film about a revolt that nearly changed history
Before Israeli occupation, there was British colonialism. We speak to director Annemarie Jacir about Palestine 36, her epic film about the 1936 Palestinian revolt that almost succeeded, the often-forgotten roots of today’s crisis, and why this history still feels painfully present. In this episode: Annemarie Jacir (@AnnemarieJacir), Filmmaker and Writer Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Sonia Bhagat, and Sarí el-Khalili with Spencer Cline, Chloe K. Li, Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Tamara Khandaker. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Ep 1564Who’s in charge in Iran after leadership strikes?
Strikes on Iran have killed senior figures, raising questions about who still holds power. We take a closer look at the key players inside Iran’s system and explain how it works, who shapes decisions and what the loss of top figures could mean for the country’s response to the war. In this episode: Ali Hashem (@alihashem), Senior Al Jazeera correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Noor Wazwaz, Sarí el-Khalili, with Spencer Cline, Tuleen Barakat, Catherine Nouhan, David Enders and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Tamara Khandaker. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Ep 1563Why Iran says its universities are being targeted
The war on Iran is spreading into classrooms and campuses. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatened American universities in neighboring countries, after attacks on two Iranian universities over the weekend. Since the start of the war, at least 21 Iranian universities have reportedly been damaged. Why has education become a target of the US-Israeli war on Iran? In this episode: Setareh Sadeqi (@leelako), Assistant Professor at University of Tehran Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, Sonia Bhagat and Sarí el-Khalili with Spencer Cline, Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Tamara Khandaker. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhemm. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Ep 1562Why Iran believes it can outlast the US
Iran appears to believe it can survive this war. That calculation may be shaping its stance on a ceasefire, even as strikes continue and talk of US troops on the ground is growing. Why does Iran think it’s winning, and what would Tehran need to agree to stop fighting? In this episode: Alex Vatanka (@alexvatanka), Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Tamara Khandaker with Tuleen Barakat, Catherine Nouhan, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Ep 1560What is the 'Greater Israel' project?
A vision long embedded in Israeli politics is coming into clearer view. We look at the "Greater Israel" project – where it comes from, how it has shaped Israeli policy and territorial ambitions over time, and what it helps explain about Israel’s actions across the region. In this episode: Nour Odeh (@nour_odeh), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker and Chloe K. Li, with Tuleen Barakat, Catherine Nouhan, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Rick Rush mixed this episode. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. The Take production team is Marcos Bartolomé, Sonia Bhagat, Spencer Cline, Sarí el-Khalili, Tamara Khandaker, Chloe K. Li, Alexandra Locke, Catherine Nouhan, Alex Roldan, and Noor Wazwaz. Our host is Malika Bilal. Our editorial intern is Tuleen Barakat. Our engagement producers are Adam Abou-Gad and Vienna Maglio. Andrew Greiner is lead of audience engagement. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube