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Kate Adie presents stories from Germany, the US, Afghanistan, Spain and Morocco.

Germany goes to the polls next weekend, with the conservative CDU party showing a strong lead. But the far-right AfD party is consistently polling in second place - with the biggest rise in support being among young voters. Jessica Parker travelled to Saxony to find out why.

Mahjooba Nowrouzi recently returned to Afghanistan for the first time in nearly 30 years, having fled the Taliban regime as a young student. She describes how, despite initial first impressions, not much has changed with the Taliban back in control of the country once more.

Jordan's King Abdullah visited Washington this week, where he made clear to President Trump that he and other regional leaders were unanimous in rejecting his proposal to take over Gaza and transfer Palestinian residents to Jordan and Egypt. Tom Bateman followed the encounter between King Abdullah and the President.

In Southern Spain, the olive yield has risen substantially after several years of punishing drought. But aside from the challenges of climate change, farmers have another challenge – rising crime. Last year in Andalusia alone, some 500 tonnes of olives were stolen. Linda Pressly reports on this latest headache for local law enforcement.

Morocco has long been the film location of choice for many a Hollywood director, with its array of studios and versatile backdrops. But as John Kampfner discovered, a combination of tight budgets and new technology means the good times might be coming to an end for the ‘Hollywood of Africa.’

Series Producer: Serena Tarling
Editor: Bridget Harney
Production coordinators: Katie Morrison & Sophie Hill