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Some people have reacted angrily to part of the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics. “Demeaning, disgusting and disrespectful” – some of the words used to describe a controversial scene during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris. Organisers have apologised for the performance against the backdrop of the River Seine that some saw as a spoof of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” painting. Comprised of drag queens, a transgender model and a singer made up as the Greek god of wine, it provoked outrage among Catholics, Christians and Muslims around the world. So, was this scene simply an example of freedom of expression? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Simon Kuper – Columnist for the Financial Times David Goldblatt – Sport journalist Gerard O’Connell – Vatican correspondent for America Magazine Published on Tuesday 30 July 2024.

As China cracks down on North Korean defectors, this 101 East exclusive follows two families' desperate search for freedom. China is expelling record numbers of North Korean defectors, instilling fear and desperation in this vulnerable community. In October 2023, 600 North Koreans were forcibly deported in the largest repatriation in years. Human rights groups say the defectors, who North Korea calls “traitors” and “criminals”, have disappeared since their return, and warn they may face imprisonment, torture, sexual violence, and even execution. 101 East has exclusive access inside this secretive world, where defectors share harrowing stories of survival, human trafficking and their fragile dreams of finding a safe haven. Published on Thursday 01 August 2024.

Three high-profile assassinations and fear of a regional war in the Middle East. Venezuela is tense after an election that has many questioning the result. Plus, Israeli soldiers are torturing Palestinians and recording it for their pleasure. Published on Sunday 04 August 2024.

A transitional presidential council sworn in last month has chosen a leader for the country for the next two years. Haiti’s transition council has selected Garry Conille to be installed as the country’s prime minister. For years, Haiti has suffered from violence, political instability and poverty. In recent months, gang violence has led to the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry and forced tens of thousands of people from their homes. Thousands more have been killed or injured so far this year and gangs control most of the capital. But some now hope that calm can gradually be restored to the Caribbean nation. This is Conille’s second time in the top job – and he has promised to bring the country together. So how will he tackle the violence and instability in Haiti? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Erwan de Cherisey – Principal at defence intelligence company Janes. Yvens Rumbold – Executive director at Policite. Diego Da Rin – Haiti expert at International Crisis Group. Published on Thursday 30 May 2024.

Today on The Stream: We’ll explore how some people are ditching their smartphones for old-school dumb phones and embracing low-tech living. Did you know the average user could spend up to 5.5 years of their life on social media? We’re living in a time dominated by smartphones and constant connectivity. But more and more people are saying they want to reclaim their time by going back to the basics. This switch is fuelled by the desire for stronger mental wellbeing. In this episode, we’ll explore how people are trying to break the addictive grip of social media and whether this is signalling a broader change in society’s relationship with technology. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Shayonne DasGupta – Writer Jose Briones – Content Creator & Digital Minimalist Sophia Smith Galer – Journalist & Content Creator Pete Judo – Behavioural Scientist & Content Creator Marco Prince – Tech Content Creator Published on Friday 31 May 2024.

Donald Trump has been found guilty of falsifying records to cover up payments he made to adult film star Stormy Daniels, in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election. This makes him the first former US President to be convicted of a criminal offence. Trump could face up to 136 years behind bars. His sentencing next month falls just four days before the Republican Party's National Convention. That's when party members will nominate who they want as their next president. Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Christian Christensen -- Politics professor at Stockholm University. Ron Filipkowski -- A former State and Federal Prosecutor - and now the editor and chief of the political news site, Meidas-Touch-dot-com. Greg Swenson's -- Chairman of Republicans Overseas UK. Also a founding partner at the investment bank Brigg Macadam. Donald Trump could face more than 100 years in prison for falsifying business records. He'll find out shortly before Republicans decide whether he's their man for president. So how could all this shape the US election? And what does the rest of the world think? Published Sunday, June 2, 2024, 5:30 AM.

The African National Congress will now have to engage in talks with rivals to form a coalition government in South Africa. It’s a vote that’s ended 30 years of the ANC’s dominance in South African politics. Voters dealt a blow to the African National Congress, angry at what they consider to be its failure to deal with a dire economy and poverty. Now, the party will have to engage in talks with rivals to form a coalition government. So what concessions might it make? And what does a weakened ANC mean for politics in South Africa? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Malaika Mahlatsi – Researcher at the Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation Jan Hofmeyr – Head of policy and analysis at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation Mondli Makhanya – Editor-at-large of City Press Published on Saturday 2 June 2024.

The Listening Post cuts through the confusion around Zionism and anti-Zionism in western media and politics. Published on Saturday 1 June 2024.

The proposal has stirred heated debate in Israel, while Hamas says more work needs to be done. US President Joe Biden has announced a three-phase plan he says paves the way for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. But the challenge now is how to get both Israel and Hamas to accept it. The White House argues that if the Palestinian group accepts this deal, Israel will, too. But as soon as it was announced, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s allies threatened to quit his government if he treats it positively. And Netanyahu has reiterated what he’s been saying since October 7 – that Hamas must be destroyed and the Israeli hostages in Gaza returned. So, does Biden’s proposal stand any chance of success? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Alon Liel – Former Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman Mouin Rabbani – Non-resident fellow at the Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies Akbar Shahid Ahmed – Senior diplomatic correspondent for HuffPost Published on Monday 3 June 2024.

Today on The Stream: We’ll explore how organisers find new ways to ‘beat the algorithm’ and sustain momentum while advocating online. We’ll explore how organisers find new ways to ‘beat the algorithm’ and keep their audiences – and themselves – engaged. Social media fatigue and desensitisation to global crises often occur online, especially when the situation has persisted for decades. So how do you keep the world interested in your cause? Social media have proven to be a powerful tool for mobilising and raising awareness. In this episode, we speak to a Palestinian activist, a climate activist and a feminist organiser about their innovative techniques to keep the world talking. We discuss the importance of storytelling and building a community online to effectively educate, engage and inspire action. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Ky Polanco – co-founder, Feminist Jenan Matari – Palestinian storyteller and activist Mitzi Jonelle Tan – climate justice activist Dr Hala Alyan – clinical psychologist Published on Tuesday 4 June 2024.

Governing African National Congress faces its toughest test yet in national election. South Africa is preparing for a milestone election. The governing African National Congress (ANC) has been in power for 30 years, but its dominance over South African politics could be waning. Millions of voters say they are disillusioned, and the country’s unemployment rate is the highest in the world. Violent crime is rising, with the latest police statistics showing a person is killed every 20 minutes. And rolling electricity outages are hurting businesses. The ANC is still the most popular party but its support base is shrinking. So, has the one-party majority run its course? Could the election on Wednesday launch a new political landscape, with rival parties forming coalitions in order to govern? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Crystal Orderson – Journalist and host on Cape Talk radio station Lesego Makhubela – Spokesperson for the governing African National Congress in Gauteng province Nqabayomzi Kwankwa – Opposition MP with the centre-left party the United Democratic Movement Published on Sunday 26 May 2024.

As Narendra Modi fights for a third term in office, his media blitz is like nothing he has done before. Plus, rewriting the headlines on coverage of the Gaza war. Published on Saturday 25 May 2024.

Election campaign marred by assassinations of dozens of candidates. Dozens of candidates have been killed ahead of Mexico’s general election amid surging political violence. Dozens of public servants, party members and politicians across the country have also been attacked ahead of the June 2 election, which will see almost 100 million Mexicans eligible to cast a ballot in the country’s largest vote. Outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has expanded the military and the role it plays in society. He pledged to crack down on corruption and organised crime. Have his policies improved the lives of Mexicans? And what problems will his successor inherit? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Carlos Bravo Regidor – Political analyst Maureen Meyer – Vice president of programs at the Washington Office on Latin America, an NGO Falko Ernst – Senior analyst on Mexico at the International Crisis Group Published on Monday 27 May 2024.

Today on The Stream: With record numbers of Palestinians killed and displaced once again in Gaza, a growing movement online is asking: is this Nakba 2.0? “Exist, resist, return!” You may have heard this chant at events this month to mark Nakba Day on May 15, which commemorates the displacement of at least 750,000 Palestinians in 1948 during the founding of Israel. But with record numbers of Palestinians killed and displaced once again throughout the occupied Palestinian territory, a growing movement online is asking – is this Nakba 2.0? With 75 percent of the population of Gaza, or almost 2 million people, now displaced, are we witnessing its most violent chapter yet, and what might this mean for the future of Palestine? Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Darin J Sallam – film director and writer Aya Ghanameh – author and illustrator Khalil Sayegh – Palestinian political analyst Published on Wednesday 29 May 2024.

Exchange of fire at Rafah border crossing comes amid fragile political relations. Officially, Egypt and Israel are at peace. But beneath the surface, a diplomatic dispute has been brewing for weeks. Israel pushed ahead with its assault on Rafah – the area of southern Gaza bordering Egypt – despite Cairo’s many objections. A cross-border exchange of fire that killed at least one member of the Egyptian security forces this week has only worsened already tense relations. Both say the incident won’t impact the peace deal signed more than four decades ago. But for how long, as the war in Gaza rages? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: H A Hellyer – Non-resident scholar at the Middle East Programme of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Uri Dromi – Journalist and former spokesperson for the Israeli government (1992-1996) during the Oslo peace process Hussein Haridi – Veteran Egyptian diplomat who was involved in the process that led to the Egypt-Israel peace agreement in 1979 Published on Tuesday 28 May 2024.

US President Joe Biden is planning to skip the June gathering in Switzerland. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants global powers to refocus on his country’s war against invading Russian forces. But United States President Joe Biden is planning to skip a June peace summit in Switzerland. Russia has not been invited, and it is not clear if China, India and Brazil will turn up. European Union ministers are now scrambling to find a solution. With Israel’s war raging in Gaza, Kyiv is desperate to keep world attention on the conflict at home. But what can Ukraine hope to achieve if Russia isn’t there? And why hold a summit if some of the world’s most influential players are not on board? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Andrei Fedorov – chairman of the Fund for Political Research and Consulting in Russia Domitilla Sagramoso – senior lecturer at King’s College London Peter Zalmayev – executive director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative Published on Wednesday 29 May 2024.

As he turns 40, Mike Africa Jr. experiences life with his parents for the first time after they're released from prison. All his adult life, Mike Africa Jr fought for the release of his parents and other imprisoned members of MOVE, a Black revolutionary group in Philadelphia, the United States. Nine members of MOVE were convicted of murder and sentenced to between 30 and 100 years for the death of a police officer in 1978 when a standoff turned into a shootout. The so-called MOVE 9 always maintained their innocence. Mike Jr’s parents, Mike and Debbie Davis, are released on parole with a love for each other that survived four decades of enforced separation. Mike Jr, who was born in prison and raised by extended family, continues a fight for freedom while planning his parents’ wedding. Growing Together is a documentary film by Karen Marks. Published on Monday 6 May 2024.

Qatar-based network says action by Israel’s government is illegal. Al Jazeera has condemned the Israeli government’s decision to shut down the media network’s operations in the country as a criminal act against international and humanitarian law. What’s behind this ban? And how effective will it be? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Ronnie Kasrils – leading anti-apartheid activist and former South African intelligence minister Maria Ressa – co-founder of the Rappler news website and recipient of the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize Jonathan Dagher – journalist heading the Middle East desk at Reporters Without Borders Published on Monday 6 May 2024.

Vladimir Putin is firmly in power at home while facing a West hostile over Russia’s war on Ukraine. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has been installed for a fifth term with his hold on power in Russia firmer than ever. But the war in Ukraine has led to the country having its worst relations with the West since the Cold War. So what would six more years of Putin mean for Russia – and the world? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Andrey Baklanov – Deputy chairman of the Association of Russian Diplomats. Philip Short – Biographer of Vladimir Putin and a former foreign correspondent Christopher Weafer – CEO of Macro-Advisory, a strategic consulting company. Published on Tuesday 7 May 2024.

Israeli army kills more Palestians in Gaza after takeover of crossing on vital route for aid deliveries. Israel’s seizure of the Rafah crossing worsens an already dire situation for the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza. Why has Israel defied the US and taken over the crossing? And what could the consequences be for all sides? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Salman Sheikh – Founder of peacebuilding organisation The Sheikh Group Nour Odeh – Political analyst and public diplomacy specialist H A Hellyer – Senior associate fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and the Royal United Services Institute in London Published on Wednesday 8 May 2024.

It's the worst attack on the Russian capital in more than a decade. Gunmen opened fire in a crowded concert venue, killing at least 150 people. An ISIL-linked group has claimed responsibility. But why is it targeting Russia? And how did such a major breach of security happen? Presenter: James Bays Guests: Ahmed Rashid -- Veteran journalist who specialises on Afghanistan and Pakistan and the author of best-selling books on the Taliban and Central Asia Owen Matthews -- Author of 'Overreach: The Inside Story of Putin's War Against Ukraine' and a Russia specialist Jerome Drevon -- Senior Analyst in Jihad and Modern Conflict at the International Crisis Group. Jerome specialises in non-state armed groups An affiliate of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant has claimed responsibility. The group has targeted Russia before. What are the implications of this latest attack? Published on Monday, March 25, 2024, 6:30 AM.

What's the US' deal with TikTok? Is it data security, secret Chinese influence or pro-Palestinian content? Plus, Russia's theft of Ukrainian cultural artifacts. Published on Saturday 23 March 2024.

New US law in­cludes year­long ban on fund­ing to UN agency that sup­ports Pales­tin­ian refugees. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency, or UNRWA, provides humanitarian support to millions of Palestinian refugees. Israel’s war on Gaza has made its work even more vital. But the agency is under pressure. The United States has suspended its funding to the agency after Israel said some UNRWA employees were involved in the Hamas-led attacks on Israel on October 7. The agency has launched an investigation into the allegations. The loss of US support could prove devastating for the agency. Can UNRWA continue its work without its biggest donor? Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra Guests: Loay Elbasyouni – NASA scientist and Gaza native who was educated at an UNRWA school in Gaza Chris Gunness – director of the Myanmar Accountability Project and formerly an UNRWA spokesperson Tamer Qarmout – professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies who specialises in international aid and conflict resolution Published on Monday 25 March 2024.

Today on The Stream: Rights groups say Israel is denying Palestinians in Gaza access to food and water, a war crime under international law. What can be done? “Once famine is declared, it’s too late for too many people,” said the spokesperson for the United Nations humanitarian organisation. Gaza’s 2.3 million people are experiencing acute food shortages. The enclave has been under siege with food supplies largely cut off by Israel since war began in October. With essential aid being blocked from entering, the situation is dire. Starvation and child mortality rates due to malnutrition are rising by the day. But at this stage, what can be done to confront this man-made humanitarian disaster? Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Amira Nimerawi – Palestinian Medical Relief Society Alon-Lee Green – Standing Together Samer Tarazi – Pilgrims4Peace Published on Monday 1 April 2024.

Unit­ed States ab­stains from vote but does not use veto, al­low­ing res­o­lu­tion to pass. Israel has reacted with fury after the United Nations Security Council passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The United States abstained and didn’t use its veto. What does the resolution mean for the Palestinians, Israel and its allies? Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra Guests: Diana Buttu – Former legal adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization Gideon Levy – Columnist for the Israeli newspaper Haaretz Chris Hedges – Former Middle East bureau chief for the New York Times Published on Tuesday 26 March 2024.

Spe­cial Rap­por­teur’s re­port de­tails planned in­dis­crim­i­nate at­tacks on civil­ians. The UN special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories has accused Israel of carrying out genocidal acts in Gaza in a report. How does the report reflect the reality on the ground? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Mustafa Barghouti – Secretary-general of the Palestinian National Initiative. Yousef Hammash – Gaza advocacy officer at The Norwegian Refugee Council. Geoffrey Nice – Human rights lawyer who prosecuted former Serbian leader Slobodan Milosevic. Published on Wednesday 27 March 2024.

Troops take control of villages and attack energy facilities in Kharkiv region. The Ukrainian military says Russian troops are making gains along its northeastern border. Their advance deeper into the Kharkiv region has prompted fears among Western allies of a major assault on Ukraine’s second largest city, which lies close to the Russian border. Russia’s latest offensive comes as Ukraine is facing a shortage of weapons and soldiers. Is the Ukrainian army on the back foot? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Hanna Shelest – Security Studies Program director at Ukrainian Prism, a foreign policy and security think tank Roger Hilton – defence and security fellow at GLOBSEC Pavel Felgenhauer – independent Russian defence and military analyst Published on Monday 13 May 2024.

We look into how the war on Gaza has been reshaping global perceptions among youth in the West and what potential reforms that might bring. Through a conversation with young online activists, we delve into some of the new shifts in young people’s perspectives of their governments, mainstream media, international law, Western democracy and more. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: George Lee – educator and content creator Allie O’Brien – content creator Yeganeh Mafaher – social justice content creator Published on Tuesday 14 May 2024.

A Palestinian family of peaceful activists in the occupied West Bank defend their community from settler expansion as violence intensifies. A Palestinian family of activists in the occupied West Bank resist settler expansion as violence intensifies. Hafez Hureini, a decades-long activist in Masafer Yatta in the occupied West Bank, has thwarted Israeli annexation attempts since the 1980s through non-violent resistance. Now in his mid-50s, Hafez is passing the reigns over to his sons Sami and Hammoudi who are trying to continue his brand of peaceful activism but in a far more dangerous context. They are confronted by the devastating war in Gaza that has emboldened Israeli settler violence in the occupied West Bank. West Bank: Family Under Fire is a documentary film by Katie Arnold. Published on Monday 13 May 2024.

Right-wing parties are expected to perform well, according to pre-election polls. Europe is getting ready for next month’s crucial parliamentary election. Ministers in Brussels have signed off a major overhaul of migration and asylum rules as the campaigning heats up. Pre-election polls are predicting right-wing parties to perform well. The election will shape the future of the institutions and reflect the political landscape of individual member states. It is also the first European Parliament vote since the UK left the bloc. So, what are the consequences of this year’s vote for the continent – and the world? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Pieter Cleppe – Editor-in-chief at BrusselsReport.eu Anna Maria Corazza Bildt – MEP candidate for the Renew Europe Group Aurelian Mondon – Lecturer in French and comparative politics at the University of Bath Published on Tuesday 14 May 2024.

Protesters took to the streets in Tblisi after Georgia’s Parliament approved ‘foreign agents’ law. Georgia’s Parliament has signed off on a controversial bill, sparking outrage in the capital. In April, the government announced it was reviving legislation that would require media and nongovernmental organisations to register themselves as foreign agents if they receive more than 20 percent of their funding from abroad. That led to weeks of mass demonstrations. The government says the law is needed to promote transparency and preserve sovereignty. But critics say the bill drives Georgia closer to Russia. How will it affect the country’s hopes of joining the European Union? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Hans Gutbrod – professor of public policy, Illia State University, Georgia Ketevan Shoshiashvili – senior researcher, Transparency International Dachi Imedadze – campaign strategist, SHAME Movement Published on Wednesday 15 May 2024.

Donald Trump accepts a challenge to face off against President Joe Biden in new-format televised contest. US President Joe Biden has challenged Donald Trump, his likely main rival in the 2024 election, to two televised debates in the run-up to the polls in November. Trump was quick to accept the invitation – saying he would debate Biden anytime, any day. Biden has deviated from the conventional timings, style and organisers. The date for the first sparring match is so early that neither candidate will have formally accepted their party’s nomination. And for at least that debate, there will be no live audience. The two men are already exchanging insults on social media. So what are the key issues to look out for – if and when they face each other? And how important are these debates? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Brian Stelter – Journalist and specialist on US media Elaine Kamarck – Senior fellow at the Brookings Institution Steve Herman – Chief national correspondent at Voice Of America Published on Thursday 16 May 2024.

As technologies such as AI and deepfakes develop, will the integrity of elections be undermined? Today on The Stream: As technologies such as AI and deepfakes reach new levels of sophistication, will the integrity of elections be undermined? Deepfakes are increasingly making their way into political spaces, a phenomenon that more and more countries are struggling to keep up with. This episode will look into the influence of deepfakes in swaying current and upcoming elections of 2024 and how that can be regulated with the democratisation of AI. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Divyendra Singh Jadoun – Polymath Solutions founder Laurie Segall – Journalist and Mostly Human Media CEO Nighat Dad – Lawyer and Digital Rights Foundation founder Published on Friday 17 May 2024.

101 East reveals how high in the Himalayas, India is fighting to conserve its population of one of the world's rarest creatures, the red panda. 101 East reveals how India is fighting to conserve its population of one of the world’s rarest animals. In the eastern Himalayas of India, a fight is under way to save one of the world’s rarest creatures. Red pandas are known for their bright red fur and bushy, ringed tails and for spending most of their time sleeping in the trees of the mountainous forest range. But they’re a rare sight. Vulnerable to climate change, habitat loss and poaching, their numbers have plummeted. Now, an Indian breeding and conservation programme is working hard to not only protect the species but also their habitat. 101 East reveals the battle to save India’s endangered red pandas. Published on Thursday 16 May 2024.

Western powers are concerned by the growing economic and strategic alliance between Russia and China. Presidents Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have met more than 40 times in the last 10 years – signs of what the two leaders call a “no limits” partnership. Putin’s latest visit comes as Russia’s dependence on China has increased in the face of crippling Western sanctions imposed over its invasion of Ukraine. Beijing’s support has boosted the Russian economy. And although it’s not directly supplied Moscow with weapons, the flow of Chinese technology and goods have helped its war effort. Western powers are increasingly troubled by this deepening friendship between Russia and China. Will this collaboration extend beyond their borders? And could it lead to a shift in alliances and the global balance of power? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Andy Mok, Senior research fellow at the Center for China and Globalization Chris Weafer, Chief executive officer at Macro-Advisory, a global risk consultancy Theresa Fallon, Director of the Centre for Russia Europe Asia Studies Published on Friday 17 May 2024.

New report warns that 282 million people faced acute hunger last year. Hunger around the world has reached alarming levels, according to a new multi-agency report on global food insecurity. For the fifth year, acute food insecurity has increased, impacting hundreds of millions of people. The issue is posing a major challenge to the United Nations goal of ending hunger by 2030. Conflict – rather than climate change – is the biggest cause. Has enough been done to address the crisis? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Alex de Waal – Executive director of World Peace Foundation at Tufts University in the US Mamadou Goita – Member of the International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems, a Brussels-based think-tank Jemilah Mahmood – Executive Director of the Sunway Centre for Planetary Health at Sunway University in Malaysia Published on Wednesday 24 April 2024.

Outcry after the discovery of mass graves in two Gaza hospitals. Hundreds of bodies have been found in mass graves in Gaza after Israeli forces withdrew from the Nasser and al-Shifa medical compounds they had besieged for weeks, according to Palestinian authorities. The Palestinian Civil Defence says there is evidence the Israeli army committed crimes against humanity by carrying out summary executions. Israel said claims that Israeli forces buried the bodies were unfounded. The United Nations and European Union are calling for urgent, independent investigations. The United States says it wants answers, too. How will Israel respond? And how will it be held to account? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Mansour Shouman – Gaza citizen journalist who took refuge at Nasser Hospital Andreas Kleiser – Director for policy and cooperation at the International Commission on Missing Persons Kenneth Roth – Visiting professor at Princeton School for Public and International Affairs Published on Thursday 25 April 2024.

Today on The Stream: We look at the phenomenon of generational trauma and whether Gen Z are the ones who can finally break the cycle. What do the descendants of the victims of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, the Holocaust and the genocide against the Tutsis in Rwanda have in common? Studies show many will suffer higher rates of anxiety, depression and PTSD. We all inherit many things from our families – stories, cheekbones, heirlooms – but there is something else we can inherit, too; the effects of pain and suffering passed down through the ages, otherwise known as generational trauma. So what does this mean for those carrying the weight of history in their genes? And, if trauma is inherited, can Gen Z be the ones to finally break the cycle? Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Serene Thin Elk – Mental health and addictions therapist Zaina Arafat – Writer Elliot Sang – Content creator, writer and musician Published on Sunday 28 April 2024.

101 East reveals Indonesia's ambitious plan to move a megacity, moving its capital from Jakarta and rebuilding it in a remote jungle in Borneo.

Hundreds of students and academics have been arrested during rallies opposing Israel’s war on Gaza. Students in US universities are speaking out against Israel’s devastating war on Gaza. The protests began in New York’s Columbia University last week. But the police crackdown that followed caused the anger to spread to other universities in the United States and even in Europe and Australia. The students say their right to protest is being crushed. Presenter: Laura Kyle Guests: Jude Taha – Palestinian journalist and student at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism Jeremi Suri – Historian and professor of global leadership, history and public policy at The University of Texas at Austin Rina Shah – Political strategist and a former senior congressional aide Published on Saturday 27 April 2024.

South Africa is commemorating the 30th anniversary of its first democratic election. South Africa is marking Freedom Day – the historic day that changed the course of the country. Hopes were high in 1994, as years of segregation and white-minority rule came to an end, and millions of Black South Africans cast their vote for the first time. But 30 years on, many say there’s little to celebrate. Hope has been replaced by disappointment and scepticism. The African National Congress, which has been in power since the end of apartheid, is accused of not keeping its promises. It has been embroiled in corruption scandals. Unemployment is at an all-time high, crime is widespread and race-based inequality is still a problem. This year’s anniversary comes a month ahead of general elections – which could see the governing party lose its majority for the first time. So, has the ANC failed to live up to its promises? Presenter: Neave Barker Guests: Melanie Verwoerd – Political analyst William Gumede – Founder of Democracy Works Foundation Zackie Achmat – Activist and independent candidate for South Africa’s parliament Published on Saturday 27 April 2024.

Heavy fight­ing be­tween the Con­golese army and M23 rebels is fu­elling dis­place­ment and re­gion­al ten­sions. M23 rebels have closed in on the capital of North Kivu as fighting with government forces escalates in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Hundreds of thousands of people are arriving in Goma in the hope of finding food, water and shelter. This situation is expected to worsen when United Nations peacekeepers withdraw from the country at the end of this year. What is driving this conflict? Can a lasting peace be achieved? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Patrick Muyaya Katembwe – Minister of Communication and Media and spokesperson for the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo Lawrence Kanyuka – Political spokesperson, M23 rebel group Crystal Orderson – Journalist at The Africa Report Fred Bauma – Executive director, senior fellow at the NYU Center on International Cooperation Published on Monday 26 February 2024.

Today on The Stream: How is Israel's war sparking dialogue around the diversity of the Palestinian identity and co-existence? The Old City of occupied East Jerusalem has long been a symbol of co-existence among Muslims, Christians and Jews, but the Palestinians’ diverse identities are often overshadowed by Israel’s occupation. In this episode, Palestinians from different ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds share their experience of life under occupation and their quest for a shared future of freedom and justice. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Zachary Foster – Palestine historian John Munayer – Palestinian theologian and writer Amira Mohammed – Palestinian activist Shaden Qous – Afro-Palestinian activist Published on Tuesday 27 February 2024.

Benjamin Netanyahu says a ground offensive on Rafah is vital to eliminating Hamas. Palestinians displaced by Israel’s war on Gaza have crowded into Rafah in the south of the territory. The Israeli military had previously described the city as a safe zone. But daily air strikes are intensifying and a ground offensive is planned – putting 1.5 million people in the line of fire. There are also reports of a possible deal between Israel and Hamas that could involve a pause in hostilities and the exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners. However, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel’s assault on Rafah will go ahead at some stage, regardless of an agreement. Is there any hope for Palestinians trapped in the city? And will anything stop Israel’s ground operation? Presenter: Laura Kyle Guests: Akbar Shahid Ahmed – Senior diplomatic correspondent at HuffPost Najla Shawa – Country relations manager at the aid agency Oxfam Patrick Bury – Senior Lecturer in security studies at the University of Bath Published on Tuesday 27 February 2024.

Rus­sia is mak­ing gains in the war with Ukraine, and the West is con­sid­er­ing its re­sponse. The war in Ukraine has raged for more than two years. Western allies are in talks over boosting their support to Kyiv in the hope of turning the tide against Russia. But direct intervention has been off the table – until now. French President Emmanuel Macron has floated the idea of more direct involvement, perhaps even putting troops on the ground. Could Western powers ever unite behind a move like this? How would Russia react? Presenter: Nastasya Tay Guests: Peter Zalmayev – executive director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative Oana Lungescu – distinguished fellow at the Royal United Services Institute Alexander Clackson – founder of Global Political Insight Published on Wednesday 28 February 2024.

Israel refutes South Africa’s accusation that its Gaza military campaign is a genocidal act against Palestinians. In its latest appeal, South Africa has called on the United Nations’s top court for urgent measures to order a halt to Israel’s assault on Rafah. Since early this month, Israeli forces have been pounding the southern city where more than 1.5 million Palestinians had taken shelter after escaping from other parts of Gaza. Hundreds of thousands are being forced to flee again. Israel says its operation is limited and aimed at targeting the last stronghold of Hamas in Rafah. South Africa calls it a genocidal act. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered some provisional measures since South Africa first filed a case in January. But Israel has largely ignored them. So can the ICJ enforce its orders? And will its decisions make any difference apart from affecting world opinion? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Toby Cadman, international human rights lawyer. Nour Odeh, political analyst. Robbie Sabel, professor of international law at Hebrew University. Published on Saturday 18 May 2024.

Eight months into the war, disunity and disarray is making Israel's PR and messaging much tougher. Plus, deep fakes are all over India during the elections. Published on Saturday 18 May 2024.