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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.

Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. From Trump’s White House to Putin’s Kremlin, from the Ukraine War to the Israel-Gaza conflict. From Damascus to Delhi, from Silicon Valley to Singapore, from Washington DC to Wuhan. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight.

Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Subscribe now and never miss a moment.

Also listen to The Happy Pod, every Saturday, for the best global good news.

Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

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EU agrees to boost defence spending

Mar 7, 2025
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Von der Leyen: 'Europe is at a watershed'

Mar 6, 2025
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Trump and Zelensky agree to future talks

Mar 5, 2025
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Trump tells Congress he's 'just getting started'

Mar 5, 2025
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Bonus: President Trump addresses Congress

Mar 5, 2025
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Trump halts military aid to Ukraine

Mar 4, 2025
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Trump again accuses Zelensky of not wanting peace

Mar 4, 2025
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UK announces European plan for peace in Ukraine

Mar 2, 2025
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Warm welcome for President Zelensky in London

Mar 2, 2025
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The Happy Pod: Learning to play the guitar one handed

Mar 1, 2025