Guests and Topics of the New Tuesday Edition - Maischberger Examines Iran Tensions and Avignon Rape Trial Fallout
Germany's Maischberger talk show will tackle pressing global issues in its upcoming episode. The programme, hosted by Sandra Maischberger, will focus on Iran's current situation and rising tensions in the Middle East. Guests from politics, law, and media will join the discussion.
The show will also feature an exclusive interview with Gisèle Pelicot, the chief prosecutor in the high-profile Avignon rape trial. She will speak about the case and her renewed confidence following its conclusion.
Maischberger airs two to three times weekly on Das Erste, Germany's public broadcaster. Episodes typically run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with occasional Monday slots. Each broadcast becomes available in the public broadcasters' media library immediately after airing.
Among the confirmed guests are Sahra Wagenknecht, founder of the BSW party, which has opposed arms deliveries to Ukraine and pushed for de-escalation in foreign policy since its launch in January 2024. Bijan Djir-Sarai, former secretary general of the FDP, will also take part in the debate. Their discussion will likely centre on Germany's role in Middle East conflicts and diplomatic strategies.
Gisèle Pelicot's appearance follows her involvement in the widely covered Avignon rape trial. She will share insights into the legal proceedings and her personal reflections on the case.
Commentary will come from Anja Kohl, ARD's economics expert, alongside Paul Ronzheimer, deputy editor-in-chief of Bild, and Gregor Peter Schmitz, editor-in-chief of Stern. Their perspectives will add depth to the political and social topics under discussion.
The episode will bring together high-profile voices on foreign policy, law, and media. Viewers can watch the debate live on Das Erste or stream it later in the broadcaster's media library. The discussion is set to explore both immediate crises and broader implications for Germany's stance on international conflicts.
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