Protests in Iran’s capital, Tehran

Also on the programme: in Sudan, there are reports of renewed conflict in the capital of North Darfur, El Fasher, with fresh fighting occurring. Also Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," has debuted with a track titled "Clara Bow," referencing the iconic 1920s silent film star known as the original "IT" girl.

Joining presenter Julian Worricker are Ali Allawi, economist, writer, and former finance minister and deputy prime minister of Iraq, and Nathalie Tocci, director of the Institute of International Affairs in Rome and special advisor to EU High Representative and Vice President of the Commission, Josep Borrell.

(Picture: Anti-Israel rally in Tehran following explosions around central city of Isfahan, Iran Islamic Republic Of - 19 Apr 2024. Credit: Abedin Taherkenareh / EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)