Strengthening defenses against Russia and backing Ukraine top on agenda as NATO holds summit.

This episode looks at how Ukraine is losing the war even if the US and allies have imposed more sanctions on Russia and given Ukraine immense military aid.

Iraq’ Prime Minister al-Kadhimi has visited Iran for high level talks. President Raeisi described the visit as a ‘turning point’ in bilateral ties. Iran and Iraq stressed need for regional leaders to negotiate to resolve region's problems and preserve regional calm.

This edition of the program is about the revival talks for Iran nuclear deal and EU Foreign Policy Chief’s visit to Tehran. Iran and the EU have announced the resumption of JCPOA revival talks days after IAEA Board issued anti-Iran resolution.

UN Rights Office has published its findings about “deliberate” killing of veteran Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli troops. The Palestinian journalist was killed on May 11 when covering Israeli raids in occupied West Bank city of Jenin.

This episode looks at the BRICS significance of this alliance amidst the Ukraine war, China-US tensions, and rising energy and food prices.

China’s capital Beijing hosts 14th BRICS Summit where President Xi encouraged business leaders to contribute to open, innovative, and shared development. Brazil, Russia, India, China initially formed BRIC in 2009, South Africa joined in 2010. BRICS countries represent approximately 40% of global population, accounting for about 25% of global economy.