Global News Podcast

The breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Hear the most important global stories from the BBC, the most trusted name in international news. With reporters on the ground in every country, we’re always where the story is. We bring you unparalleled access and exclusive updates that you won’t get anywhere else.

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Episodes

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Gaza: US pledges $30 million to controversial aid system
Confirmed 1
The US pumps millions into Gaza Humanitarian Foundation - but MSF calls the scheme "slaughter masquerading as aid." Also: US set to get rare earth metals after deal with Beijing, and a breakthrough against a rare disease.
Expires in 43 hours
Published Friday
US insists attack on Iran was a success as Iran's leader dismisses it as 'showmanship'
Verifying 1
The US defence secretary insists their strikes undermined Iran's nuclear plans. Also: Journalist Anna Wintour is to step down as US Vogue editor, and a man whose crimes helped create the term Stockholm Syndrome has died.
Expires in 31 hours
Published Friday
Iran crisis: your questions answered
Confirmed 2
A special episode answering your questions about the Iran crisis. BBC experts discuss Iran's nuclear ambitions, possibilities of regime change and the impact on the wider Middle East.
Expires in 25 hours
Published Thursday
Iran's leader says the US gained 'nothing' from its attacks on nuclear sites
Confirmed 1
Iran's leader claims US strikes on nuclear facilities achieved "nothing significant". The US defence secretary says otherwise. Also: Iranians share what they want from their leaders, and North Korea’s new beach resort.
Expires in 19 hours
Published Thursday
At least eight dead in Kenya anti-government protests
Confirmed 2
Thousands of people protested on the anniversary of the storming of Kenya's parliament. Also: President Trump's emotional encounter with a BBC Ukrainian reporter and the Scottish conman whose tea wasn't homegrown.
Expires in 7 hours
Published Wednesday
Trump says US strikes set Iran's nuclear programme back 'decades'
Confirmed 2
President Trump dismisses leaked intelligence report that cast doubt on success of Iran strikes. Also: millions of children at risk as vaccine uptake stalls and could weight loss drugs be changing our shopping habits?
Expires in 28 minutes
Published Wednesday