In France they could be on their way to banning girls under 18 from wearing the hijab - the Muslim headscarf for women - in public. The proposed law has passed in the Upper House, the Senate and will now be debated by the National Assembly. GUESTS: Anne-Elisabeth Moutet French Journalist Amina Sellik Entrepreneur Na'ima B Robert Founder of SISTERS Magazine Roundtable is a discussion program with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

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France separatism bill: Fight over the hijab

They come often by boat, dangerous crossings arranged by people smugglers; and yet more and more are entering the UK illegally. The government says that has to stop. So it’s come up with changes to the way claims for asylum work. How fair is the new system? Guests: Catherine Woollard Secretary General at the European Council on Refugees and Exiles Ala Sirriyeh Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Lancaster University Andre Walker Political Commentator Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

UK ASYLUM PLAN: Fair treatment of refugees?

Russia has moved thousands of its armed forces to the area. The West is telling it to back off. How close are we to seeing a conflict that has been simmering for seven years escalate?

UKRAINE CRISIS: Will Russia go to war?

What will Germany look like when Angela Merkel quits as her country’s Chancellor in September after 16 years in power? For years she seemed a steadying influence, but Covid-19 vaccinations are taking so long that her popularity is plummeting. Perhaps she has stayed too long? Guests: Joyce Mushaben Author of ‘Becoming Madam Chancellor’ Sergey Lagodinsky German MEP for Alliance 90/The Greens Melanie Whittaker German Marshall Fund Leadership Programme Roundtable is a discussion program with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30​​ GMT on TRT World.

German Politics: Merkel under pressure

Two big beasts on the international scene are squaring up. The European Union accuses China of human rights abuses, - China says it's none of your business. And each has imposed sanctions on the other.At risk is a massive trade deal between the two; jobs and billions of dollars at stake. Is either side prepared to back down? Guests: Dovile Sakaliene Member of the Lithuanian Parliament Stephen Chan Professor of World Politics at SOAS Isabel Hilton Founder of China Dialogue Roundtable is a discussion program with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30​ GMT on TRT World.

EU-China: Sanctions stand-off

President Emmanuel Macron has been condemned for handling the pandemic and has imposed tough new restrictions with COVID cases on the rise again. Meanwhile Le Pen narrowed the gap in a big way with Macron - and there are just 12 months to go until the French people decide. Could France end up with a president who claims that multicultural societies are multi conflict societies? GUESTS Nabila Ramdani French Journalist Raphael Liogier Professor at Sciences Po Aix Roundtable is a discussion program with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World. #2022FranceElections #FrancePresidentialElection #FranceElectionPolls #2022Elections

FRANCE 2022 ELECTIONS: 1 year to go

The European Union has faced down crises before: the financial crash of 2008; the arrival of millions of migrants and refugees. But these events leave their mark - so how will the pandemic change the EU? Guests: Wojciech Przybylski Editor-in-Chief of Visegrad Insight Denis Macshane Former UK Minister of State for Europe Dmitris Tsarouhas Associate Professor of International Relations Roundtable is a discussion program with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

COVID-19 CRISIS: Will it weaken the EU?

How will Europe cope with the mutant strains of Covid 19 now appearing in different corners of the world? The British or Kent variant, ones from Brazil and South Africa; there will be others - what kind of threats do they pose? Guests: Dr Julian Tang Virologist at University of Leicester Professor Jonathan Stoye Virologist at Francis Crick Institute Oksana Pyzik Global Health Adviser Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

COVID VARIANTS: What’s the worst case scenario?

How will Europe cope with the mutant strains of Covid 19 now appearing in different corners of the world? The British or Kent variant, ones from Brazil and South Africa; there will be others - what kind of threats do they pose? Dr Julian Tang Virologist at University of Leicester Professor Jonathan Stoye Virologist at Francis Crick Institute Oksana Pyzik Global Health Adviser Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

A new Brexit battle, the UK and EU are heading for a legal showdown over Northern Ireland. And there are warnings that violence could return to the country, if a solution is not found. Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30​​ GMT on TRT World. Subscribe: http://trt.world/Roundtable​ Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive​ Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook​ Twitter: http://trt.world/twitter​ Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram​ Visit our website: http://trt.world

NORTHERN IRELAND BREXIT BATTLE

After ten years of war - the latest appeals for financial help for Syria’s suffering people. The European Union is sponsoring a new international fundraising effort - and says it won’t look the other way when it comes to the Syrian crisis. But what influence can the EU really have in Syria? Guests: Samah Hadid Head of Middle East Advocacy at Norwegian Refugee Council James Watt Former UK Ambassador LOCATOR: LONDON Rim Turkmani Director of Syria Research Program at LSE Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30​ GMT on TRT World.

SYRIA: Can the EU make a difference?

More nuclear weapons, fewer soldiers - and a shift towards Asia. The UK resets its global strategy after Brexit. But can the UK still be a big global player after leaving the European Union - and will its new blueprint help? Guests: Raffaello Pantucci Senior Associate Fellow at RUSI Sir Simon Fraser Managing Partner of Flint Global Robert Fox Defence Editor at London Evening Standard Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

New world order: Is the UK still a global player?

What’s the best strategy for dealing with Russia? That question is on the minds of EU leaders as they meet for talks. Policy towards Putin has divided opinion in the European Union. Is Brussels playing Russian roulette with international relations?

Tension in Europe: The EU’s Russia problem

On the rise again. A third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic is now advancing swiftly across much of Europe. Health services are being stretched and yet more lockdown restrictions are being brought in. Could it have been avoided?

EUROPE: COVID 3rd wave inevitable?

French businesses have been a major target during recent protests in Senegal. The demonstrations have been in support of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko - but why has anger against France been a big part of the chaos? Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it’s about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World.

SENEGAL PROTESTS: Anti-French anger

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