Escalating violence in Haiti's capital

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The medical charity MSF says there has been an explosion of gang-related violence and civilian casualties in Port-au-Prince. MSF said there had been heavy gunfire since the kidnapping of four international peacekeepers in Haiti eleven days ago. We hear from Haitians. In India, 17 prisoners have been recaptured after a daring jailbreak sparked a 36-hour search operation in Tamil Nadu state. Our reporter explains. This week we are hearing from Americans about what issue matters most to them in this year's midterm elections. Today, we hear a conversation about immigration. Families who lost loved ones in a crush caused by overcrowding in Seoul's narrow streets four years ago say they're appalled to see footage of it on the latest Call of Duty game. Our reporter explains. And we hear listeners' views on friendship etiquette and when they think it's acceptable for friends to stay at their place. Presenter: James Reynolds. (Photo: Haitian police conduct security checks in Port-au-Prince, Port Au Prince, Haiti - 24 Oct 2026. Credit: Jonet St Elois/EPA) Jonet St Elois