Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2014, Romania has become an increasingly strategic country for both NATO and the European Union. Located on the front lines due to its proximity to Moldova, Romania has served as an important outpost for delivering Western aid to vulnerable populations while also providing a safe haven for Ukrainian … Read more
The fear of nuclear Armageddon is once again a reality that many of us don’t want to contemplate, but Tracks East dives deep into this highly explosive topic in its newest episode. Ukrainian writer Mitya Churikov speaks about the Chernobyl disaster, and how Zaporizhzhya could become the trauma of the next generation. We also meet … Read more
The M56 Highway is a stretch of road that lorry drivers know well and dread, as it can be treacherous no matter the season. Winter brings icy roads, while summer brings hazardous dust storms, but neither compare to the fearsome creatures that lurk in the shadows. Bears, men, and – legend has it – even … Read more
Death comes knocking when the men in black arrive – the Bangladesh Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), a highly trained and well-equipped police unit. Though initially founded in 2004 to combat terror and crime, the RAB has been shrouded in controversy for years, with accusations of widespread human rights violations. Despite these serious allegations, Western countries … Read more
The documentary on Serbia’s feelings towards Russia tackles a topic that is subject to fierce debate. Throughout the years, Serbia has refused to impose any sanctions on Russia and has maintained a close relationship with the country, largely due to a shared culture and religious beliefs. The majority of Serbs even supported Putin’s war in … Read more
Deadliest Journeys takes viewers on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Suriname, a small South American country where gold mining is still a way of life. In this episode, viewers will follow a team of miners as they descend deep into the jungle in search of much-needed riches. Along the way, we’ll hear tales … Read more
This documentary, called “Droit de Savoir”, follows the journey of France’s elite Foreign Legion soldiers who have come from all corners of the world to serve their country. The film gives us a glimpse into the intense training they undergo in Djibouti, Guyana and during a mission in Ivory Coast. The soldiers are put through … Read more
The British Army base in Afghanistan, Camp Bastion, housed the UK and US military operations for eight years. After being the powerhouse for one of the longest wars in British history, it is time to close it down. The documentary Billion Dollar Base: Dismantling Camp Bastion provides an exclusive look at the men and women … Read more
It has been almost three decades since the Cambodian people have known the peace and security of their homeland. After surviving 30 years of civil war and living in refugee camps on the Thai border for 15 years, 380,000 Cambodians were finally repatriated in 1992. This historic event was documented in a powerful 2002 documentary … Read more
A country torn apart by war, a people trapped in a crisis and a humanitarian disaster of epic proportions. The ongoing conflict in Yemen has taken hundreds of thousands of lives and left millions displaced. This is the story of a nation held hostage by political tensions, greed, and sectarian strife, all vying for power … Read more