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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2026 · 41 MIN

LIVE At Castfest: Could Trump Use The Falklands To Punish The UK?

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Today, we look at a report that suggests the US could review its position on Britain's claim to the Falkland Islands.An internal Pentagon email reported by Reuters suggested the US was considering options to punish Nato allies it believed had failed to support its war on Iran.The options discussed also included seeking Spain's suspension from Nato over its opposition to the war. BBC News has not been able to review the email.In this special episode, five of the Newscast gang are together for a special programme from the BBC’s Maida Vale Studios in London as part of Cast Fest.Adam, Chris, Laura, Paddy, and Henry also discuss whether the King’s visit to the US next week could smooth things over.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing [email protected] or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXdNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenters were Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg, Paddy O’Connell and Henry Zeffman. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Robbie Hayward. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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