Europe

Back to Bulgaria (2024)

When Bulgaria joined the European Union in 2004 many young Bulgarians went abroad to find work leaving the country depopulated. But some are coming back.

Can Europe defend itself alone? (2024)

When it comes to defence, Europe is dependent on the US. But now Donald Trump will be returning to the White House in 2025.

Germany: Berlin and the Middle-East conflict (2024)

Berlin's Jews, Israelis and Palestinians have lived in fear and anger. Anti-Semitic incidents have increased, while police have dealt harshly with pro-Palestinians.

Russia’s war in Ukraine: on Putin’s front lines (2023)

Journalist Sean Langan reports from the Donbass region, an area annexed by Moscow. He meets those living on the front lines, as well as soldiers fighting for Russia.

Is prosperity without economic growth possible? (2024)

Critics of growth want to bring the economy into harmony with the environment and social well-being. But is that realistic?

United Kingdom: Migrants in the Channel  (2024)

Some migrants who crossed the Channel illegally, making dangerous crossings in small boats are now trying to cross the sea in the other direction

Denmark: provoking the limits of tolerance

Denmark has prided itself on its high standard of living, its social welfare system and its open-mindedness. However, cracks have begun to appear.

Poland: why it is quietly becoming Europe’s next superpower

In just three decades, Poland went through an incredible transformation. But there is still one thing that could thwart the entire Polish miracle...

Ukraine: ‘This is a war of propaganda’.

Journalist John Pilger has dedicated his life to the pursuit of truth and shining a light on inconvenient facts that contradict the mainstream media.

Russia: at war – What do Russians say?

Since the start of the war a journalist has been accompanying four Russians, some of whom support Putin and others who are critical.

Denmark: is Copenhagen the world’s greenest capital city?

Copenhagen is renowned for being bike friendly. But the Danish capital has also become a hub of environmental protection and sustainability.

Albania: should healthcare workers stay or move to Germany?

Germany has too few healthcare workers and is trying to plug the gaps with recruitment drives in poorer countries like Albania.

Russia: the energy empire and economic rise of Gazprom

The films take a look behind the scenes of the Russian gas monopoly Gazprom. They show the genesis of an empire.

Germany: the energy transition and the potential of power failure

The country wants to commit fully to renewables. But does this bring with it the threat of a major power blackout?

The Netherlands: shutting down farms?

The Dutch government's plan to shut down 3,000 farms in a bid to comply with EU emissions standards might be considered a “war against humanity”.

Germany: is it’s nuclear exit a mistake?

IWTW 'Explore' is about highlighting different trends around the world and presenting audiences with both sides of the story...

Syria and Turkey: the aftermath of the earthquakes

Tens of thousands of people died. This tragedy was not just a result of a natural disaster. Political failures are also to blame.

France: why the French are fed up

The French are miserable. Normally this means defeat for sitting presidents, but Macron is still just about leading in the polls. So what's going on?

Scotland: is the desire for political independence growing?

Britain is in the throes of a serious economic crisis and many Scots are wondering if things wouldn’t be better if their country was independent.

Ireland: the future of peace

The Good Friday Agreement brought peace. But while the treaty has saved thousands of lives, it has also resulted in an unstable government.

Iceland: the potential of geothermal energy

Iceland has harnessed the potential of geothermal energy, heating 90% of its houses and producing 30% of its electricity with geothermal.

Ukraine: on fire (2016)

The documentary provides a historical perspective for the deep divisions in the region which lead to the 2004 Orange Revolution and 2014 uprisings.

Italy: warnings of new migrant surge

Italy is warning it needs more help to deal with a big increase in the number of migrants arriving there via boat from Libya.