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US sanctions Colombians hiring out mercenaries to Sudan

Full Episode
49:33

In this file photo, smoke is seen rising in Khartoum, Sudan, April 15, 2023.

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This week, the Trump Administration announced sanctions against Colombians involved in hiring out mercenaries to the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group fueling Sudan’s civil war. Also, aging landfills in the UK risk leaking toxic waste into nearby communities. And, a year on, Israel continues to hold Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the head of the last functioning hospital in northern Gaza. Plus, a look at the deeply calming side of the music of Icelandic wünderkind Gabriel Olafs.

In This Episode

With few opportunities at home, former Colombian soldiers seek work abroad — including Sudan
8:19
Are professional women’s soccer teams getting enough resources to match game growth?
4:56
Aging landfills in the UK risk leaking toxic waste into communities
7:51
The hopes and challenges for a post-war Syria
10:13
A year on, Israel continues to hold prominent Gaza doctor
7:04
Global law enforcement completes record wildlife seizure
6:36
Classical music is not dead — it’s alive in Iceland
0:52