# New world of warcraft: how conflict has forever changed

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Published: 2026-05-29T08:45:55+00:00
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Our outgoing defence editor reflects on how war has changed during the eight years of his tenure. Wars have become easier to start and harder to finish , and the little guy has a better chance than ever before. And our obituaries editor pays tribute to Barney Frank , a trailblazing Democratic congressman. Watch extended clips from Insider here Guests and host: Shashank Joshi, defence editor Ann Wroe, obituaries editor Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered:  war, technology, Ukraine, Iran Barney Frank Get a world of insights by subscribing to Economist Podcasts+ . For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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