Robbie Sutton
The Conflict in West Papua: Forgotten or Ignored?
West Papua has been in a violent separatist struggle for more than 50 years. Why has it flown under the international radar for so long?
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The Red Line
- 5 days ago
Episode 96. Democracy in Central Asia
Central Asia stands at a pivotal crossroads, with the next few months likely to set the course for the region going forward.
Nik McNally
- May 17
Can Mexico Reverse its Spiral into Violence?
Mexico’s criminal landscape has deteriorated, resulting in endemic violence across society. What are the prospects for change?
The Red Line
- May 15
Episode 95. The Death of the US Dollar?
Some predict the emergence of a gold-backed BRICS currency to rival the US dollar but the end of the year. Is that actually possible?
Nate Ostiller
- May 11
What is the future of WWII Commemoration in Ukraine?
May 9 marked Victory Day in Russia and Ukraine. That might change soon, with Ukraine to consider changing the date to align with Europe.
The Red Line
- May 1
Episode 94. Egypt's Economic Crisis: A Perfect Storm?
With inflation on the rise, foreign investment declining, and a mounting debt burden, Egypt's economy is facing significant challenges.
The Red Line
- Apr 17
Episode 93. Satellite Surveillance: The New Orbital Arms Race
We delve into the advancing capabilities of some nation's satellite systems and how they are changing the landscape of modern warfare.
Genevieve Donnellon-May
- Apr 4
How China is Responding to Food Insecurity Concerns
Food security is a top priority for Xi Jinping and the CCP, especially given the historical link in China between famine and regime collapse
The Red Line
- Apr 3
Episode 92. Narco-Economics: Inside the Mexican Drug Trade
In this episode, we delve into the complex and lucrative world of the Mexican cartel drug trade, exploring the economics that drive it.
The Red Line
- Mar 28
Beijing's Influence in ASEAN Media - Live Panel
Chinese influence in ASEAN's media has been increasing in recent years. What does this mean? Could we see this trend extend into the West?
Isaac Gibson
- Mar 27
Turkey's Looming Offensive: A Kurdish Quagmire and the Islamic State
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan faces several crises on the eve of an election. Will his solution be military excursion into Syria?
Genevieve Donnellon-May
- Mar 24
Bhutan's Downstream Dilemma
Bhutan's water resources and landlocked position between geostrategic rivals China and India is creating a difficult balancing act.
The Red Line
- Mar 20
Episode 91. Bulgaria: Russia's Backdoor into Europe?
Bulgaria currently stands at a crossroads, with one group pulling the country toward the West, and another tethering the nation to Russia.
Derek Henry Flood
- Mar 13
Powerless in the Dark: Lebanon Struggles in the Shadows
Lebanon is facing a cascading series of crises; inflation decimating the lira, non-existent electricity supply, ongoing political gridlock.
Nate Ostiller
- Mar 9
The Death of the Russian Language?
Many former Russian Empire and USSR nations are reevaluating the place of the Russian language in their futures.
The Red Line
- Mar 9
Examining Wagner's Finances - Live Panel
Wagner are more than just mercenaries: they could act as the back door between the Kremlin and larger criminal enterprises.
The Red Line
- Mar 6
Episode 90. East Asian Rearmament
China appears to be sleepwalking toward conflict over Taiwan. In response, East Asia has begun to prepare for a potential war this decade.
Ahmad Al Ahmad
- Feb 22
From Kings to Clerics: Can the current Iranian uprising succeed?
The Red Line's Ahmad Al Ahmad examines the prospects of the current Iranian protests succeeding where recent protests movements have failed.
The Red Line
- Feb 20
Episode 89. European Rearmament (Are We Preparing for the Wrong War?)
The war in Ukraine changed how Europe saw its defence. The continent is now scrambling to hastily rearm and modernise its defence industries
Robbie Sutton
- Feb 16
Haiti’s Descent Into Hell: Gangsters, Oligarchs and Imperialism
Haiti is plagued by endless violence and political instability. The Red Line's Robbie Sutton explores the factors perpetuating the crisis.
Derek Henry Flood
- Feb 15
Cyprus Votes: Solidifying the Schism
Cyprus has elected a new leader, former foreign minister Nikos Christodoulides. The Red Line's Derek Henry Flood reports from Nicosia.
Derek Henry Flood
- Feb 7
Cyprus Votes: Growing Rifts and Eastward Drift
As Cyprus goes to the polls, Derek Henry Flood reports on the ground in Nicosia about the issues facing the fractured Mediterranean nation.
The Red Line
- Feb 3
The Next Three Months in Ukraine - Live Panel
With the highly expected upcoming spring offensives in Ukraine, how are the dynamics of the war likely to change? We ask our expert panel.
The Red Line
- Jan 23
Episode 87. How Strong is the Chinese Economy?
There are major fault lines appearing within the Chinese economy. Can the CCP steer through this crisis or will the bubble burst first?
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