Former US President Donald Trump is being criticized by members of his own party after he supported a plan to remove more than 5,000 US troops from Germany. Experts say this could affect global security and weaken military support in Europe. In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has suggested banning some pro-Palestinian protests, which has started a debate about freedom of speech. In Africa, militants from JNIM have carried out a large attack in Mali, increasing concerns about safety in the region. The podcast also shares the story of a former Russian soldier who left the war in Ukraine, giving insight into the conflict. In sports news, FIFA has allowed Afghan female footballers to return to international matches, which is seen as a positive step. Meanwhile, Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi has passed away, and many people around the world are paying tribute to him. This global news podcast covers major events happening around the world, including politics, conflict, sports, and more, with simple and clear updates.