US House of Representatives elects Speaker

Kevin McCarthy finally becomes Speaker of the US House of Representatives on the 15th vote following tense scenes on Capitol Hill.

Also on the programme, will Harry’s new book destroy the British Royal Family forever? And in Ukraine a start-up that raises money to buy bulletproof vests for civilians and journalists has been stopped due to concerns on intended usage.

Joining Celia Hatton to discuss this and more are Arzu Geybulla, an Azerbaijani journalist based in Istanbul, with a special focus on human rights and press freedom, and John Kampfner, British author, broadcaster and commentator.
(Photo: House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy delivers remarks following his victory on Capitol Hill in Washington. Credit: Shutterstock).