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In this episode of RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect,’ Rick discusses recent major conflicts with former U.S. Marine Corps officer and State Department official Matthew Hoh, who took part in American operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our guest told us that Iran is winning its current war, and that is why it is insisting on achieving a ceasefire in Lebanon, but Matthew also believes Israel will do whatever it takes to undermine the peace process, following widespread radicalization among its citizens. As for the Ukraine conflict, Mr. Hoh does not think Russia will escalate and strike the European Union, even in spite of its provocations. He thinks it is Brussels and not Moscow that wants another big war on the continent. That is because EU elites need an external threat to build up their support. Watch the full episode here on RT or on BitChute at ‘ricksancheztv’.

Ukrainian political refugee Pavel Onishchenko says life for military-aged men has become a “survival quest,” with many trying to avoid detention, forced conscription, or being sent to the front. Meanwhile, EU officials are discussing restrictions on protection for newly arriving Ukrainian men who are legally barred from leaving the country.

Washington is pressing a familiar demand across West Asia: armed groups should surrender their weapons to the state.In Lebanon, a new US-backed trilateral framework identifies Hezbollah’s disarmament as a central goal. But Hezbollah says it will remain a resistance movement, while its supporters argue the group is also a major political force representing Lebanon’s Shia community.

Kenya's parliament has demanded that British soldiers deployed in the country be subject to local criminal jurisdiction. The demand is a key priority for Kenyan lawmakers ahead of the 2026 review of the military partnership with the UK.For years, the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) has been at the center of intense public debate over allegations of criminal misconduct and a lack of accountability.RT's Omondi Otieno has the details.

American human rights lawyer, journalist and political activist Dan Kovalik has been briefly detained by anti-terrorism police upon his arrival in the UK.We get all the details from the man himself.

Khorasan Diary founder Iftikhar Firdous says the latest Pakistani strikes in Afghanistan reflect a dangerous breakdown in relations between Islamabad and the Taliban.

Russia’s permanent representative to the OSCE, Ambassador Dmitry Polyanskiy, speaks to RT about the killing of a six-month-old baby in a Ukrainian strike on a civilian home.

Former aide to Afghanistan’s national security advisor Miriam Wardak says Pakistan has legitimate security concerns, but warns that any military action must comply with international law, protect civilians and respect Afghanistan’s sovereignty.

In this episode of RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect’, Rick invites columnist and author Brandon Weichert to talk about the conflict in the Middle East. Mr. Weichert says there's nothing good for America, as Iran completely won the war and he does not see any possible ways to change that. Brandon also thinks that Arab states are done with the American presence in the region because those bases actually endanger them. There is also a big discussion with RT's European correspondent Chay Bowes on Finland’s desire to deploy NATO nuclear arms on its territory. Rick and Chay mock Helsinki’s idea, saying the Finnish could get a nuclear finish. Watch the full episode here on RT or on BitChute ‘ricksancheztv’.

A six-month-old child has been killed in a Ukrainian strike on a civilian home, prompting Moscow to call on the international community to address what it describes as Kiev’s criminal actions.RT speaks with DD Geopolitics journalist and commentator Christopher Helali, who says the latest attack reflects a broader pattern of strikes on Russian civilians — from Donbass and Starobelsk to Kursk, Belgorod and beyond.

The rally comes as Philippine Senator Rodante Marcoleta faces looming graft charges over alleged illegal campaign donations. Speaking to RT, Marcoleta rejected the accusations as “fabricated,” arguing that the case is timed to prevent him from taking part in Vice President Sara Duterte’s upcoming Senate impeachment trial.

Israel says it will not withdraw its forces from Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed, despite a US-led framework agreement that includes so-called pilot withdrawal zones.RT’s Steve Sweeney reports from Froun in southern Lebanon

Hundreds of villagers in Afghanistan gathered to lay to rest those killed in overnight Pakistani airstrikes.Former Afghan security aide Miriam Wardak says Pakistan has legitimate security concerns, but stresses that any military action must comply with international law and protect civilians. Khorasan Diary founder Iftikhar Firdous says the attack shows there may be “no light at the end of the tunnel” in relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Finland’s decision to lift restrictions on the import, transport and possession of nuclear weapons has triggered a sharp response from Moscow.Guests Armando Mema, Alexander Markovics and Dimitri Lascaris discuss whether the move makes Finland safer — or turns it into a frontline state in a growing confrontation between NATO and Russia.

In this episode of RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect’, Rick speaks with Kyle Anzalone, editor of the Libertarian Institute and Antiwar.com. Kyle and Rick agree that the rights of Americans are being taken away from them by local bureaucrats. Kyle says that, no matter who you vote for, you get the same politicians and there are no alternatives de facto, despite democratic guarantees in the U.S. Constitution de jure. They also talk about the renewed hostilities between Iran and the United States over uncertainties in the Strait of Hormuz. Mr. Anzalone believes that the upcoming peace talks in Doha are just a pause for Washington. He says ‘the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran in the middle of those negotiations. I don't see any reason to believe that won't happen again here.’

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has condemned Vladimir Zelensky’s plan to build a monument to Ukrainian military leader Ivan Mazepa on Shevchenko Avenue.Former adviser to Ukraine’s prosecutor general and ex-diplomat Andrey Telizhenko says the statue plan reflects Kiev’s attempt to erase Ukraine’s historic ties with Russia and replace them with a Western-backed nationalist narrative.

Political analyst and University of Tehran professor Seyed Mohammad Marandi joins RT to discuss whether the memorandum of understanding can still be salvaged, why Tehran believes Washington is violating the deal, and how the Strait of Hormuz has become a key point of leverage.

RT sat down for an exclusive interview with Belarusian Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Sekreta.

US human rights activist Ajamu Baraka says last week's interim deal between Washington and Tehran might not even last its designated 60 days

RT had a chance to speak with Moneeza Hashmi, the daughter of renowned Pakistani author Faiz Ahmad Faiz.Also a trustee of the Faiz Foundation, she shared how her father's legacy lives on today.

Naim Joseph Salem, Professor of International Affairs and Diplomacy at the Lebanese Army Military Academy, speaks to RT about the proposed Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, Hezbollah, Israel's military presence in southern Lebanon, and the prospects for regional stability.

On this episode of the Deep State, John Kiriakou continues his conversation with Jackson Hinkle, host of Legitimate Targets. The two discuss Kashmir, a potential war between Turkey and Israel, and the new dominance of drone warfare. Don’t miss it!

In this new episode of Inland Visions, we explore VDNKh – a mini garden city within the Russian capital where fountains shimmer with gold and gemstones. Buckle up for an inside look at the cars state leaders and czars used to ride in – and their built-in secrets!Join us to discover the glory of Moscow’s past, present and future

In this sobering episode of Lumumba’s Africa, Professor P.L.O. Lumumba examines one of the most dehumanizing chapters in the history of transatlantic slavery: the use of enslaved Africans as subjects for medical experimentation. The professor dissects the unethical practices of physicians like J. Marion Sims, often glorified as the “father of modern gynecology,” who performed brutal, anesthetic-free surgeries on black women. Tune in for a critical analysis of how this medical exploitation laid the ethical groundwork for centuries of healthcare disparities.

This week on Lumumba’s Africa, the professor takes us back to the shores of West Africa to unravel the story of the Gold Coast. Before it became the modern nation of Ghana, this land was the epicenter of European colonial rivalry, driven by a relentless hunger for gold, ivory, and human cargo.

Marina Tauber, former Moldovan MP and first vice chair of the SOR Party, speaks to RT about Moldova's political future, the country's EU aspirations, and proposals regarding closer integration with Romania.

FIFA's being forced to choose whose values take priority at the World Cup. The National teams of Egypt in Iran are facing off in Seattle, where major LGBT celebrations are expected to spill over into the stadium. RT sat down with Mosaab Salah, Editor-in-Chief at GOAL Arabia and Kooora sports outlet and Hamidreza Gholamzadeh, Deputy for International Affairs in the Tehran municipality to discuss the issue.

As the Americans slow-walk talks and Israel obstructs them, the region and the world is moving on. US Vice President J.D. Vance says Washington hopes to “transform” the Middle East. Well, it has already happened. It’s called the end of the Sykes-Picot era.CrossTalking with Joshua Landis, Ashish Prashar, and Mohammad Khatibi.

RT correspondent Roman Kosarev reports on the case of a teenager detained by Russian authorities and accused of administering an alleged online extremist network that investigators say operated across Russia, Europe and the United States.

Human rights lawyer and political commentator Tasnime Akunjee joins RT to discuss whether European states could face accountability, why Italy and Romania are under scrutiny, and how the conflict could reshape US and Israeli influence in the region

Russian Ambassador to ASEAN Evgeny Zagaynov says the decision by ASEAN member states to attend the Kazan summit demonstrates the region’s “maturity,” “wisdom” and “independence,” despite what he described as attempts to disrupt preparations.

Russian Ambassador to Indonesia Sergey Tolchenov says Jakarta’s foreign policy reflects the country’s commitment to national interests, sovereignty, and the global majority.

The Pentagon is reportedly spending nearly $100 million on AI-powered software for classified legal and cyber-related operations, as Five Eyes cybersecurity agencies warn that frontier AI models could transform both offensive and defensive cyber capabilities within months.RT discusses the issue with Google whistleblower and Palantir insider Zach Vorhies, former DOD Cyber Command contractor Kevin Michelizzi, and Facebook whistleblower Ryan Hartwig.

In this episode of RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect,’ Rick welcomes Chris Hedges, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, author and host of the ‘Chris Hedges Report’ to talk about the Iran conflict. According to our guest, ‘The whole Iran war was just a debacle from the beginning, completely unnecessary, so this is what happens in the final days of empire. They just kind of lash out with this wounded fury, but it's completely self-destructive.’ Also this hour, Rick raises the question of how a democracy such as the U.S could so easily fall under the influence of the Israel lobby. Our guest explains how the American system of ‘legalised bribery’ allows billionaires to leverage their wealth to destroy candidates they don’t like and influence policy. Chris also shares some predictions about the economic fallout of the Iran war. Catch the full discussion here on RT.com or on BitChute at ‘ricksancheztv’.

Ukrainian strikes on Crimea have left two people dead and several others wounded, according to local authorities. Moscow says Kiev is increasingly targeting civilian areas as Russian forces continue advancing on the battlefield.RT spoke with Gennady Gatilov, Russia’s permanent representative to the UN office in Geneva, about what Moscow sees as the silence of international institutions over attacks on Russian civilians, including the deadly strike on a pedagogical college dormitory in Starobelsk.

RT’s Anastasia Volodina visits the kitchen of a nuclear icebreaker to see how meals are prepared for around 100 crew members. From chicken in cream sauce to freshly baked bread and food sent by elevator to the mess hall, the ship’s kitchen works around the clock to support those working in extreme conditions.

Weeks after Armenia’s controversial parliamentary election, opposition figure and HayaQve coordinator Avetik Chalabyan has been detained in Yerevan.RT speaks with Menua Soghomonyan, a member of the HayaQve National Civil Union and an international studies specialist, who claims the detention is politically motivated and part of a broader crackdown on opposition voices.

Peace talks between Washington and Tehran offer hope for a region exhausted by conflict, says Mohamed Ali Chihi, Executive Director of the Qatar-based Global Institute for Strategic Research. He warns that the process remains difficult and carries risks of renewed escalation, but argues that both sides — and the wider region — are tired of war. Chihi says the sight of Americans and Iranians sitting together at the same negotiating table after decades of confrontation is a positive step toward rebuilding trust.

In the latest episode of ‘India, Russia and the World’, Runjhun Sharma, head of news at RT India, sits down with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of The Art of Living, on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). The spiritual leader discusses the growing role of wellness and spirituality in today's economy, and reflects on the breakdown of trust and dialogue driving global tensions. He also describes Russia as a steadfast friend that has stood by India during challenging times and praises the rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin, calling it a genuine friendship marked by genuine care for each other and their countries.

On the latest episode of ‘Sanchez Effect’, Sharmine Narwani shares how Iran's massive geographic advantages, from the Strait of Hormuz to its mountain terrain, make it untouchable. She says Bibi needs the war to survive politically, but Trump will lose if the conflict continues. Narwani details the inevitable collision between the two leaders.She is confident alternative networks and organic social media tore down the old propaganda machine. You will see why the "anti-semite" label no longer stops debate and why elites cannot buy back public trust. She says that by turning itself into a global pariah, Israel has compromised the safety of Jewish people worldwide. Narwani confronts the hard truth about Lebanon, Gaza, and why no amount of U.S. backing can fix Israel's broken military reality. Watch the raw geopolitical truth, only on RT.

Kenya’s government has halted plans for a controversial US-sponsored Ebola treatment center following weeks of protests.Speaking to RT, Felix Wambua, national coordinator of the Free Kenya Movement, said many Kenyans viewed the project as a threat to national sovereignty and questioned why the facility would reportedly serve only Americans.

Israel says it is expanding counterterrorism operations in the West Bank, with 21 people reportedly detained in Tuqum and Bethlehem. But in Jenin, Palestinians say a new Israeli military base being built in Area A marks a major shift.RT correspondent Charlotte Dubinskij reports from Jenin, where locals fear the move could signal a broader push toward full Israeli control of the West Bank.

As Washington announces a new round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, displaced Lebanese families are returning to towns and villages in the country’s south after months of Israeli bombardment.RT’s Steve Sweeney reports from southern Lebanon, where locals are clearing rubble, rebuilding homes and warning that the fragile calm could collapse at any moment.

Russian Senator Konstantin Kosachev has accused the European Union of following NATO’s lead in pursuing what he called an aggressive expansionist policy

Research fellow Sergey Melkonyan says Armenia’s political path remains complicated, arguing that EU membership is not a realistic near-term prospect, while the government also appears to be seeking to normalize relations with Russia.

Grant Mikaelyan, Director of the Armenian Research Institute, says the ruling party achieved a clear electoral win with almost 50% of the vote, but argues the election was “dirty,” citing large-scale oppression, arrests of political activists, and a political atmosphere he described as “not free and fair.”

Nigeria’s newly appointed ambassador to Russia, Olusola Joseph Iji, speaks to RT about his priorities in Moscow after the post remained vacant for two years.

Vladimir Putin says the unstoppable advance of Russia's forces in Ukraine prompted Kiev to resort to terror tactics against civilian targets.To discuss this, we speak with Commodore Steve Jermy, former British Royal Navy commander and author.

In this episode of RT's 'Sanchez Effect,' Rick looks at how Zelensky keeps burning down Ukraine’s relations with its neighbours. That’s as Kiev has recently been provoking Belarus. On top of that, Zelensky was stripped of a prestigious state award by Poland after renaming an elite Ukrainian unit after an infamous pro-Nazi brigade from World War Two. Rick also got to discuss the Iran war and U.S. internal affairs with Donald Trump’s former lawyer Robert Barnes. The legal expert said the American president has strayed from his battle against the deep state, but there is hope. According to Mr. Barnes, JD Vance is still fighting to undermine hawkish policies, with the current talks being an indication that the pro-peace Vance has won at least a temporary victory over figures such as pro-war Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Watch the whole episode on RT.com or on BitChute at 'ricksancheztv'.

Chairman of the Geopolitical Foresight Institute in Ankara, Güray Alpar, says the world has seen enough conflict and is ready for a peaceful resolution to the US and Israeli war on Iran.