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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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Israel checking Hamas claims that new body handed to Red Cross is Shiri Bibas

Feb 22, 2025
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Israel accuses Hamas of 'evil' violation of ceasefire

Feb 21, 2025
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Trump aide tells Ukraine to ''tone down'' US criticism

Feb 20, 2025
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Hamas releases the bodies of four Israelis

Feb 20, 2025
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Trump calls Zelensky a 'dictator'

Feb 19, 2025
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Dismay in Ukraine as Russia and US reset ties

Feb 19, 2025
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Starmer warns US backstop needed for Ukraine peace deal

Feb 17, 2025
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Diplomacy gathers pace over war in Ukraine

Feb 16, 2025
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Ukraine talks could see Europeans excluded

Feb 16, 2025
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The Happy Pod: From rescue to romance

Feb 15, 2025