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Belgium's Prime Minister stepped down amid an outcry over his policy on immigration. Belgium is one of several European countries that have seen protests in recent weeks. There is unrest in Hungary. Demonstrations there were triggered by the so-called "slave law" -- which allows employers to demand up to 400 hours of overtime annually. And in France -- where opposition to a proposed increase in fuel tax grew into a wider protest against the reforms of President Emmanuel Macron. On our panel are: Ayesha Hazarika - Political Commentator and Comedian, Iain Dale - Radio Host at LBC and Nina Schick - Political Commentator. via Knit

He's one of the most famous names in football - a household name for fans around the world. And now, he's out of a job. We're talking of course about Jose Mourinho. Today, news from Manchester United that Mourinho is out the door, after a disappointing start to the season. We want to know what you think about this major move for one of football's biggest global brands. Max Foster anchors a conversation with Mina Rzouki, James Horncastle, Andrew MacDougall and CNN's own Alex Thomas - and of course your comments from all around the world. via Knit

It's one of the most divisive issues in modern British history - Brexit, and how to handle it. Some say Theresa May's deal with the European Union is just the trick. Others don't like that deal, and advocate leaving with no agreement with Europe. Now, more and more voices are emerging to support another option - a second referendum. But how would that work? And would it erode trust in the democratic process? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Ayesha Hazarika, Iain Dale and Liam Halligan. via Knit

It's been a rough week for U.S. President Donald Trump. His longtime personal attorney Michael Cohen was sentenced to three years in prison, after he reached a plea agreement in which he implicated Trump. A tabloid publisher has agreed to cooperate with investigators, and admits it played a role in making hush payments to women who say they had affairs with Trump. Trump himself says he's willing to shut down the government in order to fund his border wall - and he clashed with prominent Democrats in the Oval Office over the issue. So, after a wild few days, should the President be worried? Hannah Vaughan Jones anchors a conversation with Afua Hirsch, Greg Swenson and Nina Schick. via Knit

It's been a wild 24 hours in British politics. Theresa May, fresh off surviving a leadership challenge from within her own party, headed to Brussels today to try to wring concessions out of the European Union. But it won't be an easy fight. Europe has vowed to stick to its guns on the Brexit deal - a deal that May is unlikely to get through the British parliament. So, where do we go from here? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Iain Dale, Bonnie Greer and Iain Martin - live from outside London's Houses of Parliament. via Knit

It's the major vote that wasn't. Theresa May made the strategic - and deeply controversial - decision to postpone a Brexit vote she was all but sure to lose. Instead, she's heading out across Europe, looking to get reassurances from EU leaders about her Brexit deal, which is proving incredibly unpopular at home. European nations have signalled they won't renegotiate the deal, but is it time for them to reconsider? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Iain Dale, Liam Halligan and Ayesha Hazarika from outside London's Houses of Parliament. via Knit

It's going to be a momentous and decisive few days for Brexit. Theresa May is facing a potentially mutiny ahead of what may well be a resounding defeat of her Brexit plan in Parliament on Tuesday. Sources are saying she may now postpone the vote. And today - we've heard from the ECJ ruling that the UK can unilaterally halt the formal process of leaving the European Union. We ask the question: BREXIT CHOAS: WHAT SHOULD PARLIAMENT DO? CNN's Max Foster discusses that with Liam Halligan, Ayesha Hazarika and Iain Dale. via Knit

France is bracing for a weekend of anger and violence. Tens of thousands of extra security officers will be on streets across the country, and multiple major Paris landmarks will close, as the "yellow vests" are expected to demonstrate once again. Paris has already seen weeks of anger over a fuel tax, but also over rising inequality in the country and the perception that President Emmanuel Macron is out of touch. So what can we expect? Max Foster looks ahead to this weekend's events with Ayesha Hazarika, Iain Martin and Rachel Shabi. via Knit

The headlines over the past week have been dominated by multiple geopolitical events - from the U.S. - China trade war, to Saudi Arabia's role in Yemen, to Brexit, to Russia's standoff with Ukraine. All have the potential to shake up the world order, but which poses the greatest threat to geopolitical stability? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Andrew MacDougall, Rachel Shabi and Bonnie Greer. via Knit

It's an angsty time in British politics. Theresa May has less than a week to sell lawmakers on her controversial Brexit deal. She suffered three defeats in the House of Commons last night, and faces a major uphill battle to get the deal through Parliament. So what happens if the deal doesn't pass? All bets are off - we could see another vote on the deal, more talks with Brussels, a general election or even a second referendum. Max Foster talks through all the potential fallout with Iain Dale, Liam Halligan and Ayesha Hazarika. via Knit

French President Emmanuel Macron is working hard to defuse tensions that erupted into violent protests over the weekend. On Tuesday, France suspended fuel price hikes in a major concession by President Macron's government. None-the-less, the rising cost of gasoline and diesel fuel sparked protests that have since evolved into broader demonstrations against Macron's government, exposing tensions between the metropolitan elite and rural poor. President Macron's critics says he is as a "president for the rich". Others argue he's trying to deliver on the platform he was elected on. We ask the question: "France Crisis: Is Macron Out Of Touch?" CNN Talk's Max Foster discusses that with our panel: Afua Hirsch, George Pascoe-Watson and Bonnie Greer. via Knit

Tributes are being paid and memorial services planned for former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, who died on Friday at the age of 94. And he's not just being remembered within the United States, but also around the world. Bush had an almost unparalleled experience in foreign policy among modern presidents - holding ambassadorships, running the CIA, overseeing the fall of the Berlin Wall, and launching the first Gulf War. So, how will the world remember him? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Ayesha Hazarika, Liam Halligan and Iain Dale. via Knit

Scientists are still stunned by the jarring news of the birth of genetically altered twins. The chinese researcher responsible for the unorthodox experiments on human embryos is sparking an international outcry about medical ethics -- and the need for a global code of conduct in such procedures. On our panel: Iain Dale - Radio Host at LBC, Bonnie Greer - Playwright and Columnist at The New European and Nina Schick, Political Commentator. via Knit

CNN's exclusive polling into anti-Semitism across Europe confirms that prejudices against Jews are still alive and well - and perhaps even growing - on the continent today. The poll asked thousands of people in 7 different European countries for their views on Jews, and the results are striking. Many feel that Jews are at risk of racist violence, hold negative stereotypes about Jews and, in many cases, know little or nothing about the Holocaust. CNN's Max Foster hosts a discussion on this critically important issue with Stephen Pollard of the Jewish Chronicle, Liam Halligan of the Sunday Telegraph, political commentator and comedian Ayesha Hazarika, and CNN's own Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward. via Knit

Ukraine isn't backing down after Russia seized three of its navy ships on Sunday. Its parliament voted to impose martial law in areas bordering Russia. It's also condemning Moscow, as are NATO and many European countries. US President Donald Trump appears hesitant to do the same. On our panel: Iain Martin - Times Columnist and Reaction Editor, Rachel Shabi - Journalist & Author and Brian Klaas from University College London. via Knit

There were mixed emotions on Sunday as the leaders of the 27 remaining EU countries signed off on the Brexit agreement. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker's described it as "a very sad day." But Prime Minister Theresa May promised friendship after the divorce. The PM has a hard road ahead, trying to sell the deal to the parliament. On our panel are: Liam Halligan - Columnist at The Sunday Telegraph, Ayesha Hazarika, Political Commentator and Comedian and Iain Dale - Radio Host at LBC. via Knit

It's Black Friday, which means shoppers in the United States and around the world will be out looking for the latest bargains. But it's a tough time for bricks-and-mortar retailers. They're facing major competition from online outlets, which offer customers good prices and unparalleled convenience. So, can the shopping mall and the high street survive in a world of Amazons? And should all our holidays be so focused on shopping anyway, or are they becoming far too materialistic? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Andrew MacDougall, Ayesha Hazarika and Liam Halligan. via Knit

Political pressure is mounting on the UAE, after a British academic was given a life sentence for spying. 31-year-old Matthew Hedges was jailed for life after a hearing that lasted just 5 minutes, during which he didn't have legal representation. He claims he was in the UAE to conduct research into civil-military relations and the Arab Spring. But the UAE government claims he was spying. So how should the west respond in these kinds of cases? And are regimes like this more emboldened to act with impunity in the current political climate? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Iain Dale, Bonnie Greer and Brian Klaas. via Knit

After weeks of waiting to see how U.S. President Donald Trump would react to the killing by Saudi Arabia of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, we now have the answer. Trump released an extraordinary statement in which he acknowledged that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman may have known about the journalist's gruesome murder, but argued that the huge deals with Saudi Arabia would take precedence. It's the clearest, starkest statement yet of Trump's "America First" principles. But what does it mean for the world? Hannah Vaughan Jones anchors a conversation with Liam Halligan, Ayesha Hazarika and Iain Dale. via Knit

It's a shocking story: A teenage girl in South Sudan auctioned off as a child bride to the highest bidder, by her own family. The platform used for the auction? None other than social media giant Facebook. The company has come under fire for failing to remove the post before the auction was complete and the girl married off. And while Facebook says they don't tolerate content of this nature, this case does raise questions about whether they are doing enough to fight it. Can they be trusted to regulate themselves? Max Foster anchors a conversation with Brian Klaas, Bonnie Greer, Iain Martin and CNN's very own Samuel Burke. via Knit