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Battle Lines

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Battle Lines is The Telegraph’s defence, security and foreign affairs podcast. It offers expert analysis and on-the-ground reporting from around the world, everywhere from China and the United States to the Middle East and Europe.

Three times a week, veteran foreign correspondents Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you on-the-ground dispatches from the world’s most volatile regions and infor... more

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As global landmine casualties reach a four-year high, Venetia is joined by Major General James Cowan, former British Army commander in Iraq and Afghanistan and now CEO of The HALO Trust.He lays out why he believes foreign aid and defense are insepara... more

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Donald Trump has detonated a political earthquake with a National Security Strategy that doesn’t just tweak America’s global role, it torches seven decades of US foreign policy. In a move that’s left European allies stunned and scrambling, Trump’s ne... more

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Ajax was meant to be the British Army’s modern embodiment of the mighty Greek warrior, strong, unbreakable, unstoppable. Instead, it’s become a national embarrassment. This week the Army suspended the entire fleet after 31 soldiers fell ill inside ve... more

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Nigeria is facing a security crisis. Extremist violence, mass kidnappings and deepening food insecurity has created what the UN has called the country’s worst emergency in a decade.

Recent weeks have seen a spate of high profile abductions, includin... more

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Recent Guests

Olivia O'Sullivan
Director of the UK in the World Programme at Chatham House, focusing on international development and foreign policy.
Chatham House
Episode: Why cutting aid to buy bombs is making us less safe
Joseph Torigian
Associate professor at the School of International Service, American University, and author of The Party's Interests Comes First
American University
Episode: China bosses vanishing as Xi Jinping’s childhood traumas trigger Mao style purge
Joakim Sjöblom
CEO of Sweden Ballistics
Sweden Ballistics
Episode: Nato is running out of TNT. How did we fall behind Russia and China?
George Graham
Executive Director for Global Impact at Save the Children
Save the Children
Episode: Indiscriminate weapons: how wars became so deadly for civilians
Professor Shehan Hettiaratchy
Professor at Imperial College London
Imperial College London
Episode: Indiscriminate weapons: how wars became so deadly for civilians
Carlos Solar
Senior Research Fellow at RUSI, Specialist in Latin American Security.
RUSI
Episode: Biggest US military buildup since Cuban Missile Crisis puts Latin America on edge
Jerome Drevon
Co-author of a new book about the rise of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Episode: Trump and the ex-terrorist: why the West needs Syria to work
Nathaniel Raymond
Executive Director of Yale's Humanitarian Research Lab
Yale University
Episode: Inside the bloody work of tracking war crimes from space
Shashwat Seraf
Country Director for the Norwegian Refugee Council in Sudan
Norwegian Refugee Council
Episode: Inside the bloody work of tracking war crimes from space

Hosts

Venetia Rainey
Host of Battle Lines, providing expert analysis on defense and foreign affairs from a journalistic perspective.
Roland Oliphant
Host of Battle Lines, offering insights on contemporary security issues from a frontline correspondent's standpoint.
Arthur Scott-Geddes
Co-host of Battle Lines Global Health Security, specializing in the intersection of military action and health concerns during conflicts.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 769 ratings
  • Must listen

    Great analysis, thoughtful interviewers and guests. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Can’tthj nkofanickname
    Australiaa month ago
  • A must listen

    ‘Battle Lines’ and their sister Podcast ‘Ukraine the Latest’ are my two favourites. Excellently researched and presented, they are a ‘must listen’ down here at the bottom of the World.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S A McMillan
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Great insights

    Very informative, interesting, with excellent insights every episode. Really good variety of topics too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Focused, wide-ranging, and thoughtful

    Focused and compact coverage of conflicts around the world. Current news leavened with future and imminent threats is presented with knowledgeable guests and pertinent questions. Thoughtful and sober and worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    welblech
    United States2 months ago
  • Well researched

    Excellent episode.

    I come back occasionally to see what others have written.

    In my view, there are CCP operatives masquerading as DT listeners.

    This is am excellent podcast and long may it continue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pierre58
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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The expertise of the hosts and their ability to bring in knowledgeable guests is frequently praised.
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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its in-depth analysis and thought-provoking discussions around pressing international conflicts.
There is a notable appreciation for the balance of military analysis and humanitarian concerns, especially in episodes focusing on health security.

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Inside Ukraine-Russia talks: Britain's Kissinger, Putin's enforcer and Trump's envoy
Q: How effective is Jonathan Powell as the British National Security Advisor?
Although significant, Powell's role is considered relatively minor compared to Americans in the ongoing diplomacy surrounding Ukraine.
Why cutting aid to buy bombs is making us less safe
Q: What do you think is driving that shift in aid spending?
The UK is undergoing a shock due to the emerging security landscape in Europe, requiring increased defense spending while cutting aid risks further destabilization.
Why cutting aid to buy bombs is making us less safe
Q: Did we fail to sufficiently deploy aid and development funding to win over hearts and minds to make good on the sacrifices made by Western troops?
Yes, the premature withdrawal undermined the progress made over two decades, leading to a resurgence of the Taliban and deterioration of civil society.
Biggest US military buildup since Cuban Missile Crisis puts Latin America on edge
Q: Can the US oust Maduro through force? And what would be the spillover for the region?
The likelihood of escalation and its repercussions are uncertain, especially concerning regional reactions and migration patterns.
Biggest US military buildup since Cuban Missile Crisis puts Latin America on edge
Q: What do you think is the most likely course of action that we're going to see in the next few weeks?
There may be military actions involving targeting drug trafficking while dealing with regime change sentiments.

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What is Battle Lines about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on defense, security, and foreign affairs, tackling critical issues such as military strategies, geopolitical tensions, and humanitarian crises across various global hotspots. Episodes feature veteran correspondents providing on-the-ground reporting alongside expert analyses, creating a comprehensive resource for listeners interested in current and emerging conflicts. Notably, the inclusion of health security discussions highlights the intersection of military action and public health, providing a unique angle that distinguishes this podcast in the landscape of global affairs coverage. With a commitment to exploring events ranging from the Russia-Ukraine conflict to health implications in war zones, the podcast serves as... more

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2. Joseph Torigian
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5. Professor Shehan Hettiaratchy
6. Carlos Solar
7. Jerome Drevon
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