CrossTalk is a TV debate experience which presents hot-topic discussions on politics, business, newsmakers, global trends, present-day conflicts, and dangers and challenges facing our world. Host Peter Lavelle poses hard, straightforward questions to his guests, and demands concrete answers in response.
Ukraine’s coming endgame
By just about every metric, Ukraine is on the ropes. From the lack of adequate air defenses, growing budget holes, and crippling corruption, to the shortage of manpower on the front, the Kiev regime’s prospects are grim. At the very least, this is the end of the beginning. In the meantime, Europe wants Ukraine to fight to the last Ukrainian. CrossTalking with James Jatras, Mats Nilsson, and Marko Gasic.
Expanding war
The US-Israeli war on Iran was supposed to be quick and easy. Instead, seven months later, the war is far from over and expanding. Not long ago, the Axis of Resistance was written off as defeated. That was premature. This war of choice has inflamed the entire region. CrossTalking with Joshua Landis and Patrick Henningsen.
CrossTalk Bullhorns: Houthi warpath
Yemen’s Houthis are on the march in a big way. Meanwhile, the US-Israeli war with Iran is expanding. Is this other front changing the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East? Also, could the AfD’s electoral victory in Germany affect the politics of all Europe? CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda and George Szamuely.
No plan, no peace
No plan, no peace. This is where the US-Israeli war on Iran stands. This state of affairs has profound implications for the global order. US military force has reached an important limit. Today, military might does not ensure domination, particularly when there is no coherent strategy. CrossTalking with Stanley L. Cohen and Raed Jarrar.
RT’s Peter Lavelle interviews Roger Waters: Frontman to activist
For countless people, Roger Waters is the frontman of the iconic rock band Pink Floyd – music that has become part of the fabric of our contemporary cultural life. Waters is also a high-profile human rights campaigner who advocates for the fair treatment of Palestinians. He has taken a moral position and should be an inspiration for the rest of us.
CrossTalk Bullhorns: Diplomacy, maybe
The Witkoff-Kushner duo were back in Moscow. Is diplomacy on the table again? Why now? Is NATO on board? Is there anything that will save Ukraine from utter defeat? Also, Europe claims to be in the grip of Russian hybrid warfare. Are Europeans paranoid? CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda and George Szamuely.