Merz clashes with Trump as German economy stalls

Is Poland’s Nawrocki Trump’s new ‘man in Europe’?

The United States is sending an additional 5,000 troops to Poland after President Trump overruled the Pentagon and his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth who had announced plans to ditch the deployment. President Trump cited his strong relationship with the Polish President Karol Nawrocki who he endorsed when he ran for office last May. The move to send more troops to Poland comes as the US reduces its military presence in Germany, pulling out 5,000 troops after Chancellor Merz angered Trump over the Iran war. It highlights Poland’s growing role as a key US ally, driven by its strong defence spending, alignment with Trump policies, and increasingly strained relations between Washington and other European partners. But the country’s pro-EU and left-liberal PM, Donald Tusk, is playing the other side of the transatlantic alliance, by pushing for further defence cooperation with the EU. Can Poland have its cake and eat it? Joining Enda Brady for this discussion: Frank Rose Former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Liliana Smiech International Affairs Director at Ludovika University Jan Nowina-Witkowski Political Journalist Follow the podcast to keep up to date and access the back catalogue of Roundtable discussions at https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Is the global oil crisis hitting the 'point of NO return'?

Oil prices have been fluctuating since start of the US-Israeli war on Iran three months ago, hitting a four-year high of $126 in April. How long before prices return to normal or are they at the 'point of no return'? The partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the conflict in the middle east has severely disrupted global oil and gas supplies. Governments are burning through emergency reserves at a 'record pace', according to the International Energy Agency. High oil prices are expected soon as supplies dwindle. As peace talks between Iran and the US stall, what impact is the oil crisis having on global economies - and will prices ever go back to normal? Joining Enda Brady for this discussion: Gaurav Sharma Energy Market Analyst Patrizio Donati Co-founder and Director of Renewable Energy Company Terrawatt Chris Weafer CEO of Macro Advisory To access the back catalogue of Roundtable discussions https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld [https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why is India strengthening ties with Europe?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been wooing his European counterparts to expand trade and economic ties with the West. The six-day tour comes a few months after the EU and India penned a free trade agreement, lifting tariffs on a large amount of exports. This time the green transition, technology, and energy security were at the centre of discussions. Modi’s visit began in the Netherlands, where he signed 17 pacts ranging from semi-conductor chips and critical materials to migration and renewable energy. Other stops on the tour included Sweden, Norway and Italy, where Modi met Italian PM Meloni. A viral video circulated of the pair, dubbed ‘Melodi’ as they spent time together in Rome. So, why is Prime Minister Modi forging new partnerships in Europe and how successful was the trip? Joining Enda Brady for this discussion: Zubair Ahmed Journalist Swaran Singh Professor of International Relations Rajnish Singh Media Outreach Executive at the European Policy Centre To access the back catalogue of Roundtable discussions https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld [https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why the Kentucky Republican primary was the most expensive ever

The Kentucky Republican primary was the most expensive in US political history, with around $32 million spent, much of it backed by pro-Israel lobbying organisations. Congressman Thomas Massie was defeated by Trump ally Ed Gallrein as the race evolved beyond a local political contest into a broader struggle over the direction and identity of the Republican Party. Massie had openly opposed military action against Iran, repeatedly voted against US aid to Israel, and supported the release of the Epstein files positions that reportedly put him at odds with Donald Trump. The outcome has sparked controversy and renewed debate over the extent of Israeli influence in American politics. So, is the US president transforming the Republican Party into a political movement centred on personal loyalty? And to what extent do pro-Israel lobbying groups influence American politics? Joining Enda Brady for this discussion: Greg Swenson Co-Founder of The Hamilton Society Rina Shah Republican Strategist Henry Olsen Host of Beyond the Polls podcast Erol Morkoc Spokesperson for Republicans Overseas To access the back catalogue of Roundtable discussions https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld [https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Is the UK becoming ungovernable?

The UK has had six leaders in the past ten years and now Keir Starmer's position is looking untenable after disastrous local election results and many of his own MPs calling for him to step down with rival circling. Why has there been such a high turnover of Prime Minister's after several long-term leaders serving our more than their five-year terms. In a country once seen as a model of political stability, is it now becoming ungovernable? Joining Enda Brady for this discussion: James Lyons, Former Director of Strategic Communications in the Keir Starmer ministry Cindy Yu, Columnist at The Times and The Sunday Times Freddy Gray, Deputy Editor of The Spectator To access the back catalogue of Roundtable discussions https://www.youtube.com/@RoundtableTRTWorld ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.