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Will a failed drone attack on Israel by Iran, and possible retaliation, spark a wider conflict in the Middle East? How can America’s call for restraint be effective? As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, what role should Western and Arab leaders play? Our editors discuss the latest developments and the prospects for reducing tensions. Sign up to our new subscriber-only newsletter Middle East Dispatch to access our coverage of this complex and consequential part of the world in one place.

Following a special series on the Babbage podcast on the history and technical underpinnings of artificial intelligence, join Alok Jha, the science and technology editor, as he hosts a panel of The Economist's journalists to answer subscribers' questions about AI and its impact.

After years of soaring growth, China’s economy is slowing, hit by a property crunch, falling markets and trade friction. At the same time America’s economy has been resilient in the face of high interest rates and trade tensions. Join our editors as they discuss the reasons behind this divergence of fortunes and the implications it has for the relationship between the two countries.

Subscribers can enjoy a rare opportunity to listen to Ann Wroe, our obituaries editor. Ann has written the weekly obituary for two decades, transforming the format from a tribute to the deceased to a celebration of life. Discover how she chooses her subjects, her methods for exploring their history and what she has learned about life by describing the departed.

Join our editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, along with the deputy editor, defence editor and Russia editor for a live discussion, as they reflect on two years of conflict after Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. The war has cost thousands of lives and upended diplomacy and military planning around the world. What does Ukraine’s retreat from Avdiivka say about its forces? How might the death of the opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, affect Russian politics? How could the American presidential election in November change support for Ukraine in America and Europe?

Meta is 20 years old this month. Founded as TheFacebook, the social-media company has had a profound effect on the media, the internet, politics and the lives of its users, which now number roughly 3bn. Join our editors to explore two decades of social media and understand what comes next.

International pressure on Israel is growing as Palestinian deaths rise and efforts to achieve a ceasefire and free hostages intensify. What are the risks of a wider war in the region, drawing in Hezbollah in Lebanon, as well as Syria, Yemen and Iran? Can deescalation happen? When will Binyamin Netanyahu go?

Live from Davos, join Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief, for an exclusive interview with two leading executives pursuing artificial intelligence. They will discuss the technology’s impact on jobs, prospects for regulation and what the next iteration of ChatGPT means for their businesses and the world.

More than 70 countries, home to 4.2bn people, will hold elections in 2024, including India, Taiwan, Britain and America. What is the state of democracy in 2024? How will populism shape the elections’ outcome? And what impact will the elections have on the economy and global alliances? Join our editors and ask questions during the live event. You can also submit them in advance with this form.

Join our editor-in-chief and our deputy editor for a look back at the most important events in 2023. They will discuss how the conflicts in Ukraine and Israel challenge the global order, China’s fragility, Trumpism in America, the rise and regulation of AI, and more. Our editors will answer your questions during the live event. You can also submit them in advance with this form.