The World This Week - November 30th, 2012

Power grab or pre-emptive strike against Mubarak-era judges? François Picard’s panel argues over the motives behind the Muslim Brotherhood-led rush to approve Egypt’s new constitution. Also, Israel answers the UN’s nod to the Palestinians with more settlements, and the hot air from politicians over global warming.

THE WORLD THIS WEEK

Craig Copetas, Correspondent-at-large, Quartz/The Atlantic Group;
Anne Bagamery, Senior Editor, International Herald Tribune;
Anne Penketh, Contributor, The Independent;
Régis Le Sommier, Deputy Editorial Director, Paris Match.
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Programme prepared and produced by Paul Maakad, Anelise Borges and Mary Colombel

François PICARD

Presenter

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