561. How Trump’s Chaos Keeps Splintering the World Order

As a new military alliance between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan the first sign that America's allies no longer trust its guarantees? Why are politicians refusing to admit how fast America is burning through its Patriot missiles in Iran? With suspected Russian drones probing Europe, is the Kremlin about to test NATO like never before?

Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.

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