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World of Trouble

World of Trouble

By: The Independent
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In an era of global conflict and turmoil, The Independent's World Affairs Editor, Sam Kiley, speaks to the people on the frontline of the discussions that are shaping our future.


World of Trouble is the podcast that makes sense of an ever-changing planet.

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Episodes
  • Zelensky warning: How Trump's Iran missile strikes risk draining Ukraine’s defences

    Zelensky warning: How Trump's Iran missile strikes risk draining Ukraine’s defences
    Mar 5 2026
    In an exclusive interview with The Independent, Volodymyr Zelensky said his country may be left more vulnerable but that the lesson of Iran is that he needs weapons to force Putin to genuine peace

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    45 mins
  • David Miliband explains why the world has become a more dangerous place

    David Miliband explains why the world has become a more dangerous place
    Dec 31 2025

    Former Foreign Secretary David Miliband sits down with The Independent's Sam Kiley to discuss challenges to global peace.


    Originally published on December 31, 2025.


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    51 mins
  • Former British POW: I was tortured by Russia; this is how Ukraine can win

    Former British POW: I was tortured by Russia; this is how Ukraine can win
    Dec 20 2025

    Aiden Aslin, a British volunteer who joined the Ukraine’s marines, was captured and tortured by Putin’s forces and is now back fighting the Kremlin. He tells his story to the World of Trouble Podcast with world affairs editor Sam Kiley.


    Originally published on December 20, 2025.


    Watch more on Independent TV: https://tinyurl.com/yc7ukx9n


    The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded.


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