World Oct 12 Ukraine disputes Trump's claim of energy ceasefire as Russian diesel deal draws fire President Trump blames high energy prices on Ukraine, not his war in the Middle East, and made a surprise decision to suspend sanctions against Russia on Friday. William Brangham discusses the latest developments in the Ukraine-Russia war with Andrew Weiss.
Oct 09 Inside the U.S. negotiations to free the Oct. 7 hostages Before the Oct. 7 attacks, the U.S., Israel and Saudi Arabia were on the brink of a historic agreement. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses how close they were to normalization, the rush to release hostages and the U.S. response…
Nation Oct 09 Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize after long career of investigating war crimes International human rights lawyer Navi Pillay won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday. The Nobel Committee said it chose her as “institutions of international law are under political attack.” Hours later, the Trump administration sanctioned the International Criminal Court, where…
Oct 02 Inside the U.S.-China battle to lead the AI revolution President Trump wants artificial intelligence companies to police themselves, all in the name of winning the race with China. Are the U.S. and China on a path of unstoppable AI competition? Or should the world’s AI leaders collaborate? Compass Points…
Nation Oct 01 A look at Hegseth's attempts to reshape the Pentagon Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he is fundamentally reshaping the culture of the U.S. military. He's removing senior officers, dismantling diversity initiatives and putting a new emphasis on religious faith and what he calls a "warrior ethos." Beyond the cultural…
Arts Oct 01 'Valley of Death' reveals how tech companies are replacing traditional defense contractors Efforts to reshape the military include modernizing the technology soldiers will use on the battlefield and the further integration of artificial intelligence. Some of the biggest names in Silicon Valley are working with the Pentagon and cashing in. Amna Nawaz…
World Sep 30 Former diplomats assess U.S. withdrawal from Iraq and region's future U.S. forces formally withdrew from Iraq today, marking the end of a long and turbulent military presence. The withdrawal brought celebrations in the capital -- but also concern about what comes next. For insight and analysis, Geoff Bennett spoke with…
Sep 25 Russia tests NATO with increasingly aggressive tactics in Europe Key European leaders are sounding the alarm over Russian aggression, warning that Vladimir Putin is planning attacks aimed at testing NATO’s security alliance. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses those concerns with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and two former U.S.
World Sep 25 Mexico's foreign secretary on Trump, cartel violence and U.S. trade talks President Trump struck the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement in his first term, but threw out that trade agreement after retaking office last year. He imposed steep tariffs on both neighbors and even started a trade war with Canada. To discuss trade…
World Sep 25 Wrongfully detained Iranian American journalist remains jailed in Iran after 2 years This week marks two years that Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh has been detained in Iran. For a decade, he worked for Radio Farda — an independent, but U.S.-funded Farsi-language news service. During a trip to Iran to visit family,…