It's an election that could bring major change to Venezuela. President Nicolas Maduro is seeking another six years in office. But after a decade of economic crisis, many are disillusioned with the country's socialist revolution. So could it be near its end? And how's this vote being viewed in the region?

In this episode:

• Paola de Aleman, Venezuelan Opposition Politician and Academic.

• David Smolansky, Former Mayor, Caracas district. Now living in exile.

• Christopher Sabatini, Senior Fellow, Latin America, Chatham House.

Host: Mohammed Jamjoom

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Contrasting welcomes for Israel's prime minister in the US, divisions over the war in Gaza on show with protests outside a cheering Congress. In a week of dramatic politics in Washington, how is Benjamin Netanyahu's visit being viewed there and back in Israel?

In this episode:

• Phyllis Bennis, Fellow, Institute for Policy Studies.

• Gideon Levy, Columnist, Haaretz.

• Niall Stanage, White House Columnist, The Hill.

Host: Sami Zeidan

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Ukraine's foreign minister is in Beijing for talks. It's the first trip by a Ukrainian government representative to China since Russia's invasion more than two years ago. Beijing is intensifying its diplomatic efforts. So, why now? And could they help end the war?

In this episode:

• Einar Tangen, Chinese political and economic affairs specialist.

• Chris Weafer, CEO of Macro-Advisory.

• Owen Matthews, Contributing writer for Spectator Magazine.

Host: Sami Zeidan

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