Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on June 11, 2025. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. The seizure of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla in international waters has not deterred other aid convoys from heading towards Gaza. Palestinian-American writer Ahmad Ibsais explains how humanitarian aid has become a politically charged weapon of war. In this episode: Ahmad Ibsais, Writer of ‘State of Siege’ Episode credits: This...
May 02, 2026•21 min•Ep. 1594
A new estate-backed film, Michael, tells the story of Michael Jackson’s rise from Gary, Indiana to global fame, highlighting hits like Thriller and his record-breaking success. But it ends before major scandals, and it leaves out the US musician's race and politics, including his solidarity with Palestine. What story is being told, and what is being erased? In this episode: Sherry Zane, Historian Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Sarí el-Khalili, with Spencer Cline, ...
May 01, 2026•24 min•Ep. 1593
Explosions rocked Mali's capital on April 25 as rebels carried out coordinated attacks across the country. Mali’s defence minister was killed along with his wife and children when an attacker struck their home. With Bamako under siege and the military leadership briefly disappearing from view, who is really behind the violence in Mali? In this episode: Beverly Ochieng, Senior Analyst, Control Risks Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé and Sarí el-Khalili with Spencer Cl...
Apr 30, 2026•23 min•Ep. 1592
An inside look at Chornobyl, 40 years after the disaster. The exclusion zone remains radioactive - now shaped by war. From deserted cities to returning wildlife and rising military risk, what’s unfolding there today raises urgent questions about nuclear danger and what the future might hold. In this episode: Nils Adler ( @nilsadler1 ), Al Jazeera Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Sonia Bhagat, and Chloe K. Li, with Spencer Cline, Tuleen Barakat, Catherine...
Apr 29, 2026•21 min•Ep. 1591
The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, with a US naval blockade still in place. Around 3,000 Iran-bound containers are stranded in Pakistan as costs rise and Washington’s signals shift. Iran is pushing diplomacy from Moscow to Islamabad. Can talks to end the US-Israel war still move forward? In this episode: Osama Bin Javaid ( @osamabinjavaid ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Chloe K. Li with Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, Sar...
Apr 28, 2026•24 min•Ep. 1590
Gunshots shattered the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, throwing Washington’s biggest night into chaos. We unpack how it happened, who the suspect is, how security responded, and what US President Donald Trump said afterward. We also examine the fallout and what it reveals about a White House under pressure. So what happens next? In this episode: Chris Sheridan ( @ChrisSheridan34 ), Senior White House Producer, Al Jazeera English Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Sar...
Apr 26, 2026•23 min•Ep. 1589
This week, 207 days into a ceasefire, Israel has killed at least 809 Palestinians in Gaza. No peace talks between US and Iran. Israel intensifies its attacks on Gaza. Israeli settlers fire at a school in the occupied West Bank. Israel has killed at least 72,585 Palestinians in Gaza since October 7th, 2023. In this episode: Osama Bin Javid, (osamabinjavaid), Al Jazeera Correspondent Zeina Khdor, (@zeinakhodraljaz), Al Jazeera Correspondent Hind Khadoury, (@hind_gaza), Al Jazeera Correspondent Nou...
Apr 26, 2026•7 min•Ep. 1588
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on February 25, 2025. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. More than a million children in Haiti are caught in a nightmare, trapped in gang-controlled areas, recruited as soldiers and spies, and subjected to unthinkable abuse. With no president, no parliament, and no protection, their futures hang in the balance. So, who will step up and fight for Haiti’s children? In this epis...
Apr 25, 2026•24 min•Ep. 1587
Amal Khalil was killed while reporting on an Israeli air strike in southern Lebanon during a 10-day ceasefire. She is the ninth journalist killed in Lebanon this year. As Lebanon buries her and talks continue on extending the ceasefire, what does her death say about the prospects for accountability? In this episode: Heidi Pett ( @heidipett ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Chloe K. Li with Spencer Cline, Tuleen Barakat, Catherine Nouhan, a...
Apr 24, 2026•22 min•Ep. 1586
As the US expands its war with Iran, opposition is growing - not just among the public, but inside the military itself. Some service members are questioning orders, exploring conscientious objection, and speaking out. What’s driving this shift, and how far could it go? In this episode: Mike Prysner ( @MikePrysner ), Executive Director of the Center on Conscience & War Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Tamara Khandaker, and Sarí El-Khalili with Spencer Cline, Tul...
Apr 23, 2026•20 min•Ep. 1585
Twelve elite British universities are accused of hiring a private security firm with military intelligence ties to track pro-Palestine student protests. Students were reportedly flagged through social media monitoring without their awareness, sparking debate over surveillance and free speech in UK higher education. Learn more about the campus accountability mapping project. In this episode: Aaron Walawalkar ( @AaronWala ), Investigative Reporter, Liberty Investigations Episode credits: This epis...
Apr 22, 2026•14 min•Ep. 1584
The United States has pulled its troops out of Syria, ending a decade-long presence. But the fight isn’t over. As power shifts on the ground, Kurdish forces, regional tensions, and fragile negotiations are reshaping the country’s future. What’s behind the decision, and what comes next? In this episode: Natacha Danon ( @natacha_danon ), Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Marcos Bartolomé and Sarí el-Khalili with Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, and our guest h...
Apr 21, 2026•16 min•Ep. 1583
This is The Flotillas, a three-part documentary series from The Take. Part 1: It was just a few boats and a radical idea – break the maritime siege of Gaza imposed by Israel. Today, that spark has grown into a defiant global movement, but Huwaida Arraf has been confronting Israel on land and at sea for more than two decades. In 2025, she once again prepared to sail to Gaza on the ship Handala. This time, the stakes were different. As a mother of two, Huwaida navigated not only the risks of confr...
Apr 20, 2026•26 min•Ep. 1582
This week: 200 days into a ceasefire, Israel has killed at least 773 Palestinians in Gaza. Tensions continue in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel draws yellow line in Lebanon. Palestinian Prisoner Day with 10,000 imprisoned. Israel has killed more than 72,549 Palestinians in Gaza since October 7th, 2023. In this episode: Ali Hashem (@alihashem), Al Jazeera correspondent Heidi Pett, (@heidipett_) Al Jazeera Correspondent Obaida Hitto, (@obaida.hitto) Al Jazeera Correspondent Dalya Al Masri, (@dalya_ma...
Apr 19, 2026•8 min•Ep. 1581
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on August 16, 2024. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Farmers forced to leave their fields, children out of school, and white phosphorus devastating lives – all this hangs over life in southern Lebanon, where the ongoing threat of escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah has been a constant presence for decades. How do residents continue to cope with these challenges...
Apr 18, 2026•18 min•Ep. 1580
Kharg Island is the heart of Iran’s oil trade and now a front-line target in the war. The US has struck military sites on the island and is enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports. But 8,000 people live there. What is life like when bombs fall and the ships stop moving? In this episode: Seamus Malekafzali ( @Seamus_Malek ), Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Chloe K. Li with Spencer Cline, Tuleen Barakat, Catherine Nouhan, Noor Wazwaz, and our host, Malika...
Apr 17, 2026•18 min•Ep. 1579
Israel and Lebanon have held their first direct talks in more than 30 years, and on Thursday, US President Donald Trump announced that they had reached a 10-day ceasefire. But months of fighting have reshaped parts of southern Lebanon. As people begin to return, what will they find? And can diplomacy hold while the reality on the ground remains fragile? In this episode: Justin Salhani ( @JustinSalhani ), Al Jazeera Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Noor Wazwaz and Chloe K....
Apr 15, 2026•20 min•Ep. 1578
On Tax Day, trillions flow into the United States government. But new analysis shows a significant share is directed toward war, defense contractors, and border enforcement, while healthcare and food assistance face mounting pressures and cuts. As deficits grow and everyday costs rise, what do these budget choices reveal about who the system is built to serve, both in the US and beyond? In this episode: Lindsay Koshgarian ( @lindsaykosh ), Program Director, National Priorities Project Episode cr...
Apr 15, 2026•21 min•Ep. 1577
Why is Sudan still at war? The answer starts with the powers fuelling the conflict. Three years into the fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, millions are displaced and famine continues. With the US-Israeli war on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz driving up fuel and food costs, what will it take to put an end to the conflict? In this episode: Dallia Abdelmoniem ( @dalliasd ), Political Analyst Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, with N...
Apr 14, 2026•20 min•Ep. 1576
US President Donald Trump announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after talks between Iran and the US failed to produce an agreement. Israel continued to attack Lebanon ahead of planned talks between those two countries on Tuesday. It has been 45 days since the US and Israel attacked Iran. In this episode: Heidi Zhou Castro, ( @HeidiZhouCastro ) Al Jazeera Correspondent Tohid Asadi, Al Jazeera Correspondent Heidi Pett, ( @heidipett ) Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode wa...
Apr 13, 2026•5 min•Ep. 1575
This week, 193 days into a ceasefire, Israel has killed at least 749 Palestinians in Gaza. US and Iran fail to reach a deal. Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepening. Israel bombs Lebanon 100 times in 10 minutes. Israel has killed at least 72,328 Palestinians in Gaza since October 7th, 2023. In this episode: Kamel Hyder, Al Jazeera Correspondent Heidi Pett, (heidipett_) Al Jazeera Correspondent Nida Ibrahim, (@nida_journo) Al Jazeera Correspondent Tareq Abu Azzoum, (@abuoazzum) Al Jazeera Senior Cor...
Apr 12, 2026•7 min•Ep. 1574
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on May 26, 2021. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Obaida Akram Jawabra grew up outside of Hebron in the occupied West Bank and dreamed of growing up to be a chef. When he was 15, his dreams were put on pause for the first time when he was arrested and imprisoned by the Israeli military. He was later acquitted but spent two months in jail. On May 17, as many Palestinians wer...
Apr 11, 2026•22 min•Ep. 1573
How do we make sense of the last 40 days? After the threat to wipe out a civilization, the scars of the war so far are only just becoming visible. As the US moves on from language that’s been condemned for genocidal intent, what does it mean for both Iranians and Americans? In this episode: Negin Owliaei ( @neginowl ), Editor-in-Chief, Truthout Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Chloe K. Li, Sonia Bhagat, and Noor Wazwaz with Spencer Cline, Tuleen Barakat, and our ho...
Apr 09, 2026•23 min•Ep. 1572
After US President Donald Trump's incendiary rhetoric pushed tensions toward the brink, Washington and Tehran have agreed to a ceasefire in the US-Israel war on Iran. But the deal is fragile, and key fronts like Lebanon remain tense, as Israel intensifies its attacks. What does this pause really change on the ground? In this episode: Imran Khan ( @imranism ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Chloe K. Li with Spencer Cline, Catherine Nouhan, ...
Apr 08, 2026•22 min•Ep. 1571
‘A whole civilization will die tonight’ was the latest in US President Donald Trump’s escalating threats to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. As the stakes rise, what potential does this brinkmanship have to reshape global power? In this episode: Trita Parsi ( @tparsi ), Executive Vice President, Quincy Institute Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé and Chloe K. Li, with Spencer Cline, Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, David Enders, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was e...
Apr 07, 2026•19 min•Ep. 1570
As Pakistan tries to mediate between the United States and Iran, another conflict is growing closer to home. What gives Pakistan leverage in the Iran crisis, and with violence is rising on the Afghan border, how long can it balance playing mediator in one conflict while being pulled deeper into another? In this episode: Osama Bin Javaid ( @osamabinjavaid ) , Al Jazeera correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Sar í el-Khalili, Chloe K. Li with Catherine Nouhan, T...
Apr 07, 2026•20 min•Ep. 1569
As oil flows come under threat due to the Iran war, parts of Asia are already under strain. Fuel supplies are tightening, prices are rising, and some countries warn stocks may run out. Far from the battlefield, the impact is immediate. What does this reveal about just how fragile the global energy system is? In this episode: Vina Nadjibulla ( @VinaNadjibulla ), Vice-President of Research & Strategy, The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Ba...
Apr 06, 2026•22 min•Ep. 1568
This week: 186 days into a ceasefire, Israel has killed at least 713 Palestinians in Gaza. Trump sets new deadline for Iran. Israel passes death penalty for Palestinians. Gaza yellow line continues to extend. Israel has killed at least 72,289 Palestinians in Gaza since October 7th, 2023. In this episode: Tohid Asadi, Al Jazeera Correspondent Hani Mahmoud, Al Jazeera Correspondent John Hendren, (@johnhendren)Al Jazeera Correspondent Nida Ibrahim, (@nida_journo), Al Jazeera Correspondent Malik Tra...
Apr 05, 2026•7 min•Ep. 1567
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 ), Eva...
Apr 04, 2026•22 min•Ep. 1566
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 Nou...
Apr 03, 2026•23 min•Ep. 1565
