Jon Sopel

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Sad to hear. But what a life. And arguably his best years came after he stopped being president

Totally….

If only he’d pull his finger out…..

Instead of ‘nerdiest’ isn’t ‘best’ the word you’re looking for….? 😉

Sure one of the best views there is after take off

Peter Mandelson is a gamble as US ambassador – but exactly what Trump needs Tony Blair may think being in charge of the British embassy in Washington is like running an up market B&B, writes Jon Sopel. But with Trump back in charge, the job has never been more important or mo...

My piece for @the-independent.com on Peter Mandelson becoming our next ambassador to Washington. Risky? Maybe, but overwhelmingly a smart move

FBI Director Chris Wray announces plans to resign as Trump’s plans to replace him | CNN Politics FBI Director Chris Wray will resign at the end of the Biden administration, according to a statement from the FBI Wednesday.

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Suspect that facial expression captures his mood

“Assad’s men surrendered and walked away with barely a shot fired - 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 how brittle this regime was.”

In an emergency episode, The News Agents discuss the geopolitical impact of Damascus falling into the hands of rebels.

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Syria liberation: What comes next, and can Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rule? The scenes from Syria are ones of jubilation as people celebrate the downfall of Bashar al-Assad, but what comes next for the country?

"Jubilation and euphoria now. but what next? What about the hard yards of actually governing this country?"

Despite the liberation of Syria from the brutal Assad regime, its future remains uncertain

"The seeds of its own impending implosion."

Journalist @carolecadwalla.bsky.social of The Observer describes the "crisis" caused by the sale of the publication to Tortoise Media, calling it a blow to her defence of mainstream media.

Should Hayat Tahrir al-Sham still be considered a terror group? The UK says it is “considering” removing Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from its list of terrorist organisations following its victory over Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria.

"Nobody in Syria wants a regime like in Afghanistan. We want to see a genuine representative democracy."

Why the cousin of Bashar al-Assad believes removing HTS from the UK's terror list would be a mistake

Momentous events in Syria this morning. The 54 year rule of the Assad family appears to be over, with rebel forces taking to state TV claiming President Assad has fled Damascus.

The prime minister has said he will hand over power to the opposition and has called for elections.

Astounding news from Syria overnight. But what a price the world - and not just the region - has paid for Assad’s determination to cling on: a refugee crisis that jolted European politics and still does, Obama faltering over red lines etc etc

no Assad speech today, according to al-Watan @chadbourn.bsky.social

The News Agents Live On Stage | B:Music The chart-topping daily news podcast The News Agents, is going on tour for the first time with The News Agents Live On Stage with HSBC UK. Hosted by three

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Huge thanks to the wonderful @jonsopel1.bsky.social for a brilliant event last night!

Jon joined us to chat about his new book, STRANGELAND: How Britain Stopped Making Sense, and the current political landscape.

If you missed it, we have *signed copies* in our shops, perfect for gifts! #BookSky 💙📚

DM me. Have followed you back….

The News Agents - Podcast | Global Player <p>Gregg Wallace has just issued an apology for 'any offence caused' after he blamed middle class women for coming forward to complain about his over sexualised banter in the work place. Just to be cl...

🎧 Listen to today's full episode: *Gregg Wallace, the BBC and the MeToo movement*

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“He’s talking to the men who he thinks will rally around him, he can say: Guys, if you don’t back me up - you’re going to be next.”

Emily and Jon discuss Gregg Wallace’s “dog whistle” social media statements.

What do you mean you haven’t ordered your tickets yet….?! 😉

I hear you….

Thanks for coming!

Aaah. Glad you enjoyed it

Thanks Derek. Hope you enjoyed

Thank you so much for coming…

Sorry. In the highlights - the upgrade and the canoli beat The News Agents? 😳

Mishal Husain to leave BBC

What a grievous loss for the BBC and us the audience.
Brilliant journalist, and such a fine person and role model
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Fair question. And possible we’ll have more to say about that on Sunday……😉