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Al Jazeera Explains goes beyond the headlines to bring clarity, context and the bigger picture to the stories shaping the world today.

Compelling and honest programme in which host Mehdi Hasan, British political journalist, broadcaster and author interviews and challenges various influental people from around the world.

Two mothers warned family courts their children were in danger. Fault Lines investigates why documented abuse and deadly warning signs were ignored.

Hind Hassan tracks the spread of the global weapons trade beyond the battlefield - to the militarised police on our streets.