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Marwan Barghouti has spent more than two decades in an Israeli prison. Yet, polls still place him as the most popular Palestinian leader, and a figure that many believe could unite Fatah and Hamas. Earlier this month, he was seen for the first time in years after far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir entered his cell and taunted him on camera. The footage sparked outrage, not least from his family.
On this episode, we speak to his son Arab Barghouti about that moment, his father’s enduring influence, and what the path to a Palestinian state looks like today.
Few people know the pressures of running Israel like Ehud Olmert. He was prime minister during the 2006 Lebanon war, in peace talks with the Palestinians in 2008 and (went) through a political crisis that ended with his resignation on corruption charges. Since leaving office, he has become one of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s fiercest critics, calling for him to face trial for war crimes.
On this episode, we ask the former prime minister what he really thinks of Israel’s current government, its extremist ministers and if Mr. Netanyahu’s leadership has pushed Israel into dangerous isolation, even among its closest allies.
As Gaza plunges deeper into catastrophe, Israel’s blockade has stopped aid for over a month, 60,000 children face malnutrition, hospitals lie in ruins, and the United Nations has called it a “killing field.”
On this episode, we’re joined by Palestinian Authority State Minister for Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Dr. Varsen Aghabekian. We ask why the peace talks collapsed. Will Israel be held accountable for strikes on hospitals and the deaths of aid workers? And is the Palestinian Authority truly prepared to govern both Gaza and the West Bank after such devastation?
Several months after the fall of Bashar Al-Assad, Syria remains battered by more than a decade of war and is now facing the uphill task of rebuilding from within and claiming legitimacy on the global stage. On this episode of Frankly Speaking we hear from London-based Syrian analyst Ghassan Ibrahim.
Is the worst truly behind Syria, or could renewed sectarian violence and growing tensions with Israel and Turkey cause further chaos? Will the new government win over Arab and Western leaders and finally see crippling sanctions lifted? And ultimately, can President Al-Sharaa deliver the peace and unity Syrians so desperately need?
On this episode, we speak with Lebanese economist and political analyst Nadim Shehadi. Can the new president deliver on his promises of reform and economic revival? Or will the persistent influence of Hezbollah, permanently hinder his chances of success?
Plus, we examine America's evolving role in the country and explore whether normalization with Israel could be on the cards.
As tensions simmer over, the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Riyadh has become a pivotal stage this week, with separate high-stakes meetings by Ukraine and Russia underscoring its growing importance in global diplomacy.
Today, we speak with one of Russia's top diplomats, the first deputy permanent representative to the UN, Dmitry Polanski. Can a Black Sea ceasefire tied to sanctions relief truly de-escalate the conflict, even as both sides ramp up attacks on the ground? Are either parties willing to make the hard concessions needed to end the three-year war? Plus, how is Riyadh shaping the long-awaited shift towards peace?
Two months after returning to the White House, President Trump has shocked the world with a series of major announcements, from aggressive DOGE initiatives to high tariffs, plans to relocate thousands of Palestinians from Gaza, and secret talks with Hamas.
Today we hear from Norman T. Roule, the former senior US intelligence official and Middle East expert, to ask what President Trump’s actions mean for US foreign policy, how they will impact the changes underway in the Middle East, can Washington be convinced to back the Arab world’s plan to rebuild Gaza, and is a Trump-Putin summit in Saudi Arabia on the horizon?
On this episode we speak with Faisal Sultan, the Vice President and Managing Director of Lucid Middle East. We talk to him about EV adoption in the Kingdom, Lucid’s new challenges following its CEO’s sudden exit, all as rival Tesla reportedly prepares to launch operations in Saudi Arabia.
And as Lucid ramps up production in the Kingdom, will Saudi be the decisive force that propels Lucid back to profitability?
The Arab League has unveiled an ambitious plan to rebuild Gaza following an extraordinary summit last week.
On this episode of Frankly Speaking we hear from renowned Saudi columnist and political analyst Abdulrahman Al Rashed to ask if the Cairo plan can ever materialize in reality.
Can the secret talks between Hamas and the White House be successful? Plus, his views on the reforms happen in Saudi Arabia and its transition to becoming a global power broker.
Just days before the extraordinary and highly anticipated Arab League Summit, we sit down with His Royal Highness Prince Turki bin Faisal, former Saudi Ambassador and Intelligence Chief, to explore how Saudi Arabia views Trump’s controversial Gaza plan, what saudi and regional leaders are discussing behind closed doors and whether the international community is truly committed to achieving peace in Palestine.
Saudi Arabia has taken centre stage in global diplomacy this week, brokering high-level talks between Russia and the US - an unprecedented move that has left the world watching closely.
Today we speak with Dr Abdulaziz Sager, the Chairman of the Gulf Research Centre, to examine the significance of these pivotal talks, Saudi Arabia’s growing influence on the global stage and whether the Arab League’s next move could change the future of Gaza forever.
On this episode of Frankly Speaking we hear from Riyad Mansour, Palestine’s Permanent Observer to the UN, to discuss whether Palestinian statehood is slipping further away, how the leadership is responding to mounting pressure from key Arab states and whether Palestinians themselves still see a future in Gaza.
It’s been just over two weeks since the American electorate made their voices heard, with Donald Trump securing a commanding victory in the presidential race.
On this episode of Frankly Speaking we hear from former Senior CIA Operations Officer and Middle East expert Norman Roule to break down what this means for the future of US foreign policy.
Can President-Elect Trump deliver on his promises to swiftly end the wars in Ukraine and Gaza? What will his victory mean for the crisis in Gaza and the future of US-Saudi relations? And how will his approach to the Middle East reshape America’s role on the global stage?
On this episode of Frankly Speaking, we hear from Dr Varsen Shahin, Palestine’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Expatriates.
With a new US administration and Saudi Arabia leading a global coalition in support of a two-state solution, could this mark a new turning point for peace and stability in the Middle East? How does the Palestinian leadership view these developments and what is their impact on the ground? Plus, if the conflict does come to an end, who will govern Gaza and what will it take to rebuild?
On this episode we hear from veteran US Ambassador and Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute in Washington DC, Robert Ford.
As a former Ambassador to Syria, Iraq, Algeria and more, he has detailed insights into some of the world's most complex conflicts and foreign policy challenges.
What is the impact of Donald Trump returning to the White House. Is the President-Elect’s plans to swiftly end the wars in Gaza and Ukraine truly achievable or simply campaign rhetoric? Plus, what does America’s shift in power mean for the Middle East?
On this episode of Frankly Speaking we hear from Richard Attias, the CEO of FII, often dubbed the ‘Davos in the Desert.’ It’s the annual event where the world’s most powerful leaders, businesspeople and entrepreneurs come together to shape the future.
We ask him what it takes to craft events that define the global agenda, who the headline figures are for this year’s gathering, and how FII is showcasing that Saudi Arabia not only deserves a seat at the global table but is actively reshaping the conversation on the future of investment.
On this episode of Frankly Speaking, we hear from Firas Maksad from the Middle East Institute.
With the US election just days away, we ask if the Arab-American vote can truly impact the race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump for the White House.
Plus, as the crisis deepens in the Middle East, what’s next for Lebanon? With most of Hezbollah’s leaders gone, is this the end or could they return more dangerous than ever?
And will the international community allow another Israeli occupation of Lebanon, or are they powerless to stop it?
On this episode of Frankly Speaking we hear from Ambassador Riyad Mansour, the Permanent Observer of Palestine to the United Nations. As the conflict intensifies, we ask – is the world turning its back on Gaza, much like it has forgotten Ukraine?
Can international courts ever hold Israel accountable? And what role does Saudi Arabia's bold new coalition play in the pursuit of a two-state solution?
On this episode we hear from renowned CNN journalist and political analyst Fareed Zakaria as we discuss the escalating conflict in Gaza and the growing tensions in Lebanon.
Can the situation spiral further into chaos, or is there hope for resolution? What insights did Iran's new president share with him in a revealing interview this week? And with US elections just one month away, can Kamala Harris or Donald Trump offer any real solutions to the crises gripping the Middle East?
On this episode of Frankly Speaking, we turn our attention to the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which has brought Lebanon to the brink of a humanitarian crisis, with hundreds of thousands displaced, and critical infrastructure in ruins. We hear from Lebanon’s Minister of Health, Dr Firass Abiad, who has activated a war emergency plan and accuses Israel of deliberately targeting healthcare workers. As the crisis deepens, we ask - has Beirut become the new Gaza? And can Lebanon withstand yet another chapter of devastation and despair?
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