Saudi Arabia’s Unholy Alliance with Israel

David Davis's Brexit Speech in Austria - Watch Live

David Davis will tell business leaders in Austria that fears the Conservatives will plunge Britain into a “Mad Max-style world borrowed from dystopian fiction” after leaving the EU are unfounded.

Royal Family, Episode 6: Uncrowned Marriages | Documentary

Queen Margrethe of Denmark: A Portrait (1974)

Portrait of the Danish royal family from 1974, featuring glimpses from the Queen's private and official daily life. The program was made in collaboration with the BBC and follows the Queen visiting the Faroe Islands, at the Swedish king's funeral and at the Queen's first New Year's Eve in 1974.

Top US News & World Headlines — February 15, 2018

Top US News & World Headlines — February 14, 2018

“It’s Hard to Believe, But Syria’s War Is Getting Worse”: World Powers Clash as Civilian Deaths Soar

Tensions across northern Syria are escalating sharply amid a series of clashes between external and internal powers, including Israel, Iran, Turkey, Russia and the Syrian government. On Saturday, Israel shot down what it says was an Iranian drone that had entered Israel’s airspace after being launched in Syria. Israel then mounted an attack on an Iranian command center in Syria, from where the drone was launched. One of the Israeli F-16 military jets was then downed by a Syrian government anti-aircraft missile. Meanwhile, also in northern Syria on Saturday, a Turkish Army helicopter was shot down by U.S.-backed Syrian Kurdish YPG fighters near the Syrian Kurdish city of Afrin, where Turkey has launched a bombing and ground offensive. All this comes as the United Nations is warning of soaring levels of civilian casualties in Syria. For more, we speak with Anne Barnard, The New York Times bureau chief in Beirut, Lebanon. Her recent articles are titled “Israel Strikes Iran in Syria and Loses a Jet” and “It’s Hard to Believe, But Syria’s War Is Getting Even Worse.” And we speak with Syrian-Canadian researcher Yazan al-Saadi.

Winston Churchill: The Wilderness Years, 1929-39

This is a companion documentary to my earlier upload "The Forgotten Years". It tells the story of Churchill's political errors in the 1930s, chiefly over independence for India and tariff reform. It is excellent material for the student of both the man and the turbulent era of the 1930s. The video quality is not particularly good, so my apologies for that, but the archive footage is excellent. Uploaded for educational purposes only. Comments are welcome, but any coarse language or aggressive assertions will be deleted immediately

Bernie Madoff : The $50 Billion Ponzi Scheme

Top US News & World Headlines — February 12, 2018

Bashar al-Assad and the Syria Conflict | DW Documentary

Top US News & World Headlines — February 9, 2018

Confessions of An Islamophobe—Robert Spencer

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The Debate - Julian Assange: From Whistleblower to Middleman?

Former Muslims Speak Out

This week Jay Sekulow talks with three former Muslims who have converted to Christianity.

Former Muslims United »

The AfD Member Who Converted to Islam – BBC Newsnight

Gabriel Gatehouse meets Arthur Wagner, a member of the nationalist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, who has surprised many by converting to Islam.

Top US News & World Headlines — February 6, 2018

Capitalism Will Eat Democracy – Unless We Speak Up | Yanis Varoufakis

Have you wondered why politicians aren't what they used to be, why governments seem unable to solve real problems? Economist Yanis Varoufakis, the former Minister of Finance for Greece, says that it's because you can be in politics today but not be in power — because real power now belongs to those who control the economy. He believes that the mega-rich and corporations are cannibalizing the political sphere, causing financial crisis. In this talk, hear his dream for a world in which capital and labor no longer struggle against each other, "one that is simultaneously libertarian, Marxist and Keynesian.

Biography: Benito Mussolini

Guantánamo Bay: Shaker Aamer – BBC News | Full Interview

Shaker Aamer was the last British resident of Guantánamo Bay. Speaking to the BBC’s Victoria Derbyshire programme, he describes what it was like to be held without trial for nearly 14 years. Aamer was held over extremely serious claims - that he had led a Taliban unit and met Osama Bin Laden. The US military classified him as a threat, but he was never charged. His lawyers say the case against him came from unreliable allegations extracted during torture, and that his treatment at the US military base in Cuba raises serious questions about the legality and morality of the so-called war on terror. A spokesperson said the UK government "stands firmly against torture and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment or punishment" The US Department of Defense said in a statement it "does not tolerate the abuse of detainees. All credible allegations of abuse are thoroughly investigated, and appropriate disciplinary action is taken when those allegations are substantiated."

Crossing the Alps with Migrants on a Perilous Journey

Inside Austria's Far-right Fraternities

Top US News & World Headlines — February 2, 2018

Can the Olympics Bring the Koreas Together?

What Is a ‘Bloody Nose’ Strategy in North Korea?

Good Trump, Bad Trump: US President Touts Unity... and Divisive Immigration Plan

UK Lawyers: Remove Saudi from UN Human Rights Council

Two British lawyers are calling for Saudi Arabia to be suspended from the UN's Human Rights Council after investigating the arbitrary detention of activists in the Gulf Arab kingdom. The will submit their report to the Council in Geneva, which accuses the Saudi government of targeting human rights activists and political dissidents trying exercise their right to free speech.

Ahmed Benchemsi, a Communications and Advocacy Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Human Rights Watch, talks to Al Jazeera about why HRW called for Saudi Arabia's suspensioN from the UNHRC.

Trump Issues Appeal for Unity in First State of the Union

Top US News & World Headlines — January 30, 2018

'Teleprompter Trump' to Deliver First State of the Union Speech

Donald Trump will deliver his first State of the Union address to Congress on Tuesday evening, kicking off his second year in office.

The US President will lay out his agenda, as he seeks to rally a deeply divided nation, and sagging approval ratings.

Al Jazeera's Kimberly Halkett reports from Washington, DC.

Istanbul : Byzantium For Ever - Documentary

The only city to sit astride two continents, Istanbul once Byzantium once Constantinople is the economic and cultural capital of Turkey. Pierre Brouwers who made his first feature report in Istanbul in 1970 – has watched the city grow and modernize, at an impressive and quite fascinating rate. The director guides us through all the city’s many districts, plunging us into everyday life while at the same time visiting the most fabulous landmarks. Like with the other films in this collection, several festivals and some sumptuous aerial photography give us a very privileged deep look inside this city of 1,001 nights.

Coming to Terms with a Tarnished Swiss Wartime Record

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True Face Of Islam: Al Fadi (2011)

Tony Blair on Brexit – Full Interview

Britain's former prime minister told euronews EU leaders should act on lessons learned from Brexit, and believes 2018 will see a shift in public opinion against leaving the bloc.

Inside Saudi Arabia’s Anti-corruption Campaign - BBC News

The BBC has heard details about how Saudi Arabia's anti-corruption drive is being conducted. It began in November with the rounding-up and detention of dozens of citizens, including members of the royal family.

A Canada-based businessman who was flown to the kingdom to help the authorities construct a case against the billionaire investor Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has been talking to Newsnight's Mark Urban.

Trump to May: 'We Love Your Country'

Donald Trump and Theresa May hold a bilateral talk at Davos 2018. Trump used the opportunity to confirm his 'great relationship' with the prime minister and announce his love for the UK

Top US News & World Headlines — January 25, 2018

UK Prime Minister Theresa May Gives a Special Address in Davos

French President Emmanuel Macron's Speech at Davos 2018 (Replay)

Rev. Graham: Trump Is a Changed Person

Evangelist Rev. Franklin Graham defends his ongoing support of President Donald Trump amid recent reports and an alleged affair with porn star Stormy Daniels.

Ex-Vorstandsmitglied: Brandenburger AfD-Politiker konvertiert zum Islam

Das ehemalige Brandenburger AfD-Vorstandsmitglied Arthur Wagner ist zum Islam konvertiert. Einen Bericht des „Tagesspiegel“ bestätigte Landesparteisprecher Daniel Friese: „„Die Partei hat damit kein Problem.“

Top US News & World Headlines — January 24, 2018

Medicare For All Is The Way Forward

Bernie Sanders hosted a town hall on Medicare For All and how it works. Cenk Uygur, John Iadarola, & Jimmy More hosts of The Young Turks, discuss. Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 23, 2018

The Rift over Jerusalem

New Report Suggests Jared Kushner May Be Compromised By China | Rachel Maddow | MSNBC

Rachel Maddow looks at a new report in the New Yorker about U.S. intelligence concerns that Jared Kushner tried to mix personal business with U.S. China policy and made himself vulnerable to manipulation as a result.

Who Controls the Arms Trade? | Inside Story

When it comes to global arms deals the scenes play out formulaically - politicians shaking hands, press releases are issued and an astronomical amount of money is spent. What is not mentioned so much is the companies that profit from the mega-deals. And are they complicit if government buyers commit serious human rights abuses with the weapons they've sold.

Whether it is warplanes and ships, missiles, tanks and guns of all sizes - the international arms is big business in every sense. Amnesty International says military expenditure for countries world-wide in 2016 was $1.7t - $375b of that on buying arms specifically.

The United States, China, France, Russia and the UK sell more than 70 percent of all weapons. And they are all permanent members of the UN Security Council - the world body charged with maintaining international peace and security. So, with thousands killed everyday, is it possible for governments to control powerful companies that dominate the global weapons market?

Presenter: Adrian Finighan | Guests: Lloyd Russell-Moyle - British Member of Parliament; Tim Ripley - Defence & security Analyst; Ben Moores, Defence & aviation analyst

BBC Timewatch – Inside the Mind of Adolf Hitler

US Government Shutdown: Senate Fails to Reach Immigration Deal

The anniversary of President Trump's inauguration has been marked by a government shutdown, after the Senate failed to agree on a spending bill. It will try again early on Monday to vote for a deal, with immigration the main sticking point. Republicans and Democrats are blaming each other for the deadlock, but public appears to be focusing on the president - with #trumpshutdown trending on social media. Al Jazeera's Mike Hanna reports from Washington, DC.

US Government Shutdown: Who's to Blame? | Inside Story

Who's to blame for the US government shut down? Donald Trump's first year anniversary as US President will certainly go down in history.

It was the day the government shut down after Congress failed to back a bill to fund federal agencies. Hundreds of thousands of government workers are affected. Some will stay home because their offices will be closed. Others will work without pay.

Republicans and Democrats blame each other for not reaching a last minute deal. Talks broke down over issues related to immigrants and border security. So, what will happen next? And what does it mean for Trump's administration?

Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra | Guests: Oliver McGee, former Assistant Transportation Secretary under President Clinton; Inderjeet Parmar, chairman of the Obama Research Network at City, University of London; Richard Johnson, lecturer in US politics and international relations at Lancaster University

Question Time from Hereford - 18th of January 2018

David Dimbleby presents topical debate from Hereford. On the panel, the Conservative culture minister, Margot James MP, the mayor of Greater Manchester and former Labour MP, Andy Burnham, chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland, Howard Davies, arts advisor and former deputy mayor of London for culture, Munira Mirza, and the Oscar-winning screenwriter, Dustin Lance Black.

Franco-UK Summit: 'Entente cordiale', But at What Cost on the Road to Brexit?

As Shutdown Looms over Immigration, Trump’s Rejection of Refugees Could Have Global Domino Effect

Trump | A Year of Unclear Middle East Policy

Saturday will mark one year since Donald Trump took the oath of office, becoming the 45th president of the United States.

Under Trump, the US' Middle East policy has witnessed some highly controversial decisions. One year in, what this administration thinks its policies in the region will ultimately achieve remains unclear.

Al Jazeera's Zeina Khodr looks at how his presidency has impacted the Middle East.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 18, 2018

Josef Mengele - The Hunt for a Nazi Criminal | DW Documentary

Few Nazis were as notorious and gruesome as doctor Josef Mengele. But who was Mengele and how did he manage to disappear after WWII until his death in 1979?

After the end of WWII, Josef Mengele managed to escape Germany. Despite a global manhunt by Mossad and the allies, Mengele would die a free man, 34 years later, in Brazil. Josef Mengele, the doctor responsible for horrific experiments on living human beings in Auschwitz, the man who had selected the prisoners he wanted while sending thousands of others directly to the gas chambers, was considered one of the most wanted Nazi war criminals. Although the German government was aware of his whereabouts he lived undetected in Germany until 1948 and under his own name in Argentina until 1959. It was not until that year that German prosecutors issued an arrest warrant. Mengele first moved to Paraguay, then to São Paulo in Brazil. In particular, the Israeli intelligence service Mossad was after him and twice he only narrowly managed to escape its agents. But who was Josef Mengele? How was he able to go to ground after the end of the Second World War and lead a new life without being recognized? Our documentary reconstructs his life and talk to family members and acquaintances - as well as experts who draw a psychological profile of the so-called "Angel of Death of Auschwitz.”

What Does "Fake News" Really Mean? – The Stream

How North Korea’s Mountains Preserve the Kim Dynasty’s Power

North Korea’s founding myths trace back to the country’s rugged peaks, but those mountains also play a pivotal role in the Kim dynasty’s rule.

Projections of Life: Jewish Life before World War II

Rare, intimate home movies—depicting family life, birthday parties, vacations, and more—provide a glimpse into the lives of Jewish individuals who were soon swept into the destruction of the Holocaust.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 17, 2018

Top US News & World Headlines — January 16, 2018

Britain in 1940

Britain and Appeasement

This documentary called 'Did we have to Fight?' explores Britain's options in the run-up to the Second World War. It will be particularly useful for students of appeasement, Neville Chamberlain, and of the wider conflict. The primary sources used are exceptionally good.

Mr and Mrs Hitler

This interesting film (from 2001) explores the fascinating relationship which was one of the most closely-guarded of the era. Obviously speculative in parts, it contains some excellent archive footage of Braun.

Michael Wolff on Fire and Fury - BBC Newsnight

Emily Maitlis speaks to Michael Wolff, the author of 'Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House', in his first UK TV interview.

McAuliffe: Trump Is an Embarrassment to US

Former Democratic Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe called President Donald Trump "disgraceful," "disgusting" and an "embarrassment" in the wake of the president's comments about Haitian immigrants and "shithole" African countries. McAuliffe said remarks like that could put military service members and diplomats "in harm's way" and hurt the United States' standing around the world.

Learning from History: Goebbels Biography: The Goebbels Experiment

Fantastic documentary on the life of Goebbels based on his diaries.

Why Is Trump against the Iran Nuclear Deal? | Inside Story

This is a last chance. That is the message US President Donald Trump has sent out after extending sanctions relief to Iran.

He has aggressively warned European allies he would withdraw from the 2015 nuclear agreement altogether if his demands to change it are not met. Trump has publicly branded the deal before and during his presidency as the 'worst ever'.

Iran says his announcement is a 'desperate attempt to undermine a solid multilateral agreement' that is not 'renegotiable'. In the middle of all of this are European leaders who have essentially said to Trump: either back the deal or come up with a better one. But can this deal be re-negotiated?

Presenter: Laura Kyle | Guests: Seyed Mostafa Khoshcheshm - Political Commentator and Specialist on Iranian domestic affairs; Ellie Geranmayeh - Policy Fellow with the European Council on Foreign Relations; Ali Vaez - Senior Iran Analyst with the International Crisis Group

Lawrence on President Trump 'Shithole' Comment: 'Hating Is What He Does' | The Last Word | MSNBC

In a meeting on immigration reform at the White House, the president called Haiti & African nations 'sh*thole' countries. Lawrence O'Donnell has a message for lawmakers: If you make a deal with the devil, you can't be surprised to hear him sounding like the devil.

Trump's First Year: Beyond All Reason? | DW English

Donald Trump's first year in office has featured running battles between the president and his critics, his enemies and even his allies. How damaging has it been? Guests: Matthew Karnitschnig (Politico), Anna Sauerbrey (Tagesspiegel), Christiane Meier (ARD).

Time's Up Activists Warn Trump's "Shithole Countries" Remark Will Embolden White Supremacists

Trump Expands Offshore Drilling in “Assault” on Biodiversity and Coastal & Indigenous Communities

The New York Times' Bret Stephens Explains Why He's Still A 'NeverTrumper' | Morning Joe | MSNBC

The New York Times' Bret Stephens discusses his column on why he's still a 'NeverTrumper' and his concern over what President Donald Trump is doing to political culture.

The Secret Jews of Berlin | World War 2 Documentary | Timeline

It is commonly assumed that most Jews in Germany during the Second World War were exterminated, worked to death or saved ‘Schindler style’ by Gentiles.

A surprisingly high number from one city defied the odds and saved themselves. The Jews who survived in Berlin were vibrant, devious, clever and very, very lucky. Five of them tell their stories and reveal their survival techniques. Cantankerous, egotistical and irresistible, the outstanding spirit that helped them survive is still undimmed. This programme is more than just a wartime human interest story. It seeks to show that not all wartime Jews were passive, obedient victims. They were real people who knew how to fight back.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 11, 2018

"Harry's Story" - Memories of Hiding Jews and Nazi Brutality during WWII

Harry Andringa was only 9 years old and living in Holland when Adolf Hitler's Nazis invaded the Netherlands. Harry's family endured the horrors and atrocities of the Nazi regime for 5 years until Holland was liberated by the Allies.

Many families including Harry's hid Jewish children to prevent them from being sent to concentration camps. This documentary includes a interview with Harry and supported by vintage war footage from the Canadian Army Newsreels - courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada.

Harry used to visit local schools during Remembrance Day services and other times when he was invited to talk to students about WWII. His story is preserved in this documentary so it will not be forgotten.

Why Is Nationalism On the Rise? | DW English

From Britain’s decision to leave the EU to the victory of Donald Trump in the United States, nationalist movements are gaining ground around the world. DW’s Fanny Facsar traveled to several countries in a bid to discover the driving forces behind the trend.

PBS NewsHour | Full Episode January 10, 2018

Wednesday on the NewsHour, rescuers search for survivors as deadly mudslides slam Southern California. Also: Two leading conservatives react to fallout from “Fire and Fury,” a look at bipartisan efforts to protect the next election, Boston tries to protect itself from more extreme flooding, voter rights come into question in Ohio and using cameras to see how urbanization affects animals.

‘Current Libel Laws a Sham & Disgrace’ – Trump

Michael Wolff's 'Fire and Fury' book about President Trump’s first year in office is getting under its subject's skin. At the first Cabinet meeting of 2018, the president said he wants to go after the country's libel laws. For more, RT America’s Ed Schultz is joined by media and legal analyst Lionel.

One Survivor Remembers

In cooperation with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and HBO, Teaching Tolerance is pleased to present the Oscar-winning documentary "One Survivor Remembers" online.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 10, 2018

Trump Insiders ‘Afraid for the Country,’ Says Michael Wolff

In his explosive new book “Fire and Fury,” exploring the first year of Donald Trump’s presidency, Michael Wolff said the people closest to the president were “afraid for their own careers and for the country.” Wolff sits down with Judy Woodruff to discuss what he learned through his reporting and the pushback he has received, including from the president himself.

The Debate: Macron in China: Much More Than a State Visit?

Germany Ban on Online Hate Speech Triggers Debate

Internet rights activists and opposition politicians in Germany are outraged at a new law aimed at combating a rising tide of online hate speech.

Facebook, Twitter and other social media sites are being forced to remove offensive content or face fines of up to $60m.

The legislation is being widely condemned for allowing the policing of freedom of expression in Germany to be placed in the hands of large, multinational companies based in the United States.

Al Jazeera's David Chater reports from Berlin.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 9, 2018

Their Status Is Temporary, But to Salvadorans, the US Is Home

Inside Story - Does Egypt Support Donald Trump's Jerusalem Move?

After US President Donald Trump recognised Jerusalem as Israel's capital, the condemnation from the Arab world was swift and strong. But is everyone on board? Egypt is denying a New York Times report of pressure on Egyptian media to play down opposition to Trump's decision.

In leaked phone recordings, a senior intelligence officer reportedly told leading TV talk show hosts to influence their viewers to back the decision, contrary to widespread condemnation among Muslims.

The newspaper quoted Intelligence officer, Captain Ashraf Al Kholi, asking hosts "how is Jerusalem different from Ramallah"? It’s the base of the Palestinian Authority in the occupied West Bank. Captain Al Kholi was quoted telling the talk show hosts that an intifada could revive Hamas and wouldn't serve Egypt’s national security interests.

Saudi Arabia is also being criticised for what's seen by some as a weak reaction to Trump's policy change. As King Salman publicly denounced Trump, the heir to the throne, Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, was reportedly urging Palestinian leaders to accept the change.

What does the apparent shift mean for the future of Jerusalem?

Presenter: Laura Kyle | Guests: Sami Hamdi, editor of International Interest; Mustapha Barghouti - Secretary General of the Palestinian National Initiative; Nicolai due-Gundersen - Middle east specialist, Kingston University, London

Brexit: Scores of British Jews Apply for German Passports

How Neighboring States Struggle When Pot Becomes Legal

Since recreational marijuana became legally available in Colorado last year, officials say more pot is illegally coming through the border of states like Nebraska and Oklahoma, draining state resources as the number of arrests keeps growing. Now, the attorneys general of those states filed a federal lawsuit asking the Supreme Court to declare Colorado's marijuana law unconstitutional.

Legal Weed Comes to California

California will become the eighth state in the U.S. to legalize recreational marijuana in 2018. The new law however, is raising a lot of questions for the state's users -- and producers -- of the drug. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Los Angeles, where only a handful of dispensaries will be ready to hit the ground running in the new year.

Bishop Ron Allen: Pot Legalization a Sad Day for California

Former drug addict has a warning for the state on 'Fox & Friends.'

Tapper Cuts off Trump Adviser Interview: I've Wasted Enough of My Viewers' Time

CNN's Jake Tapper abruptly ends his interview with White House adviser Stephen Miller after trying to ask Miller about a book that is highly critical of President Donald Trump and the role Steve Bannon had in the administration.

Saudi Arabia's Purge: A Quest for Media Control? - The Listening Post

Anderson Cooper's Priceless Reaction/Breakdown Of The Donald Trump And Steve Bannon Drama

The World This Week, Parts 1 & 2: Iran Protests, Erdogan in Paris; Trump Firing on All Cylinders, Macron's Fake News Battle

Why Has a New Book Angered Trump So Much? | Inside Story

’Fire and Fury' has been published early after president Trump's lawyers threatened to sue. There is so much demand for the new book on Donald Trump that stores can't keep up with the demand. Its publishers had to release it early after the president's lawyers threatened to sue them and the former White House Adviser Steve Bannon.

The book is written by Michael Wolff and draws a picture of a chaotic first year in office. Trump has slammed it as 'phoney' - calling the author 'a loser'. But, how will this book impact Trump's presidency and America's foreign policy?

Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra | Guests: Mohammed Cherkaoui - Professor of Conflict Resolution at George Mason University; Rami Khouri - Senior Public Policy Fellow and Adjunct professor of Journalism at the American University of Beirut; Ian Black - Visiting Senior Fellow at the London School of Economics, Middle East Centre

Macron's World: The French President's Ambitious Agenda for 2018

James Comey Notes Claims About Donald Trump Confirmed By Priebus Notes: NYT | Rachel Maddow | MSNBC

Michael Schmidt, reporter for The New York Times, talks with Rachel Maddow about his reporting about Donald Trump's pressure on Jeff Sessions not to recuse himself from the Russia probe, and Reince Priebus notes confirming James Comey's notes about.

Top US News & World Headlines — January 5, 2018

Is Iran Unrest Anti-establishment? | Inside Story

The situation in Iran has only got worse since protests began almost a week ago. Mostly peaceful demonstrations turned violent. At least 22 people have been killed, and hundreds arrested. Protests about rising prices and financial struggles now appear to be anti-establishment. But it's unclear who is behind them. All we know is it isn't the reformists who traditionally lead demonstrations in Iran.

The international community has been quick to condemn the violence, and the US wants the United Nations to act. How will Iran deal with growing public anger?

Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra | Guests: Mahjoob Zweiri, Associate professor at Qatar University; Seyed Mostafa Khoshcheshm, specialist on Iranian domestic affairs; Trita Parsi, President of the National Iranian American Council