Ukraine: The Latest

Day 329.  Today, we discuss the most recent events in Ukraine and around the world with Senior Foreign Correspondent Roland Oliphant, live from Ukraine, and special correspondent Mick Brown who has written about Russian oligarchs and the effect of sanctions on their lavish London lifestyles. Contributors: Dom Nicholls (Host).  @DomNicholls on Twitter. Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Corr...

Day 328.  Today, further to our usual updates, we feature an exclusive, in-depth interview with Former Air Marshal Edward Stringer – former head of Britain’s Air Warfare Centre and of the MoD's department to design the future armed forces – to discuss the logical and strategic context of the war, at this vital moment. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Host).  @FrancisDearnley on Twitter. D...

Day 327. Today, we cover the deadly Russian strike on an apartment block in Dnipro in central Ukraine that killed dozens of men, women, and children. Plus, we look at the extraordinary news on Saturday that Britain will send Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine, and ask whether this is a turning point in Western support for the Ukrainian war effort. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Host). @FrancisDearnley...

Day 324 . Today, we reflect on the breaking news regarding the Russian defence ministry claims that it has captured the town of Soledar in what would be their first breakthrough in months. Plus, we interview British volunteer Jack Ross, founder of the charity Vans without Borders, who has been delivering aid to isolated areas in Ukraine. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host). @ByClaireHubble on...

Day 323 . Today, Dominic Nicholls and Francis Dearnley discuss yet another significant 24 hours in the military and diplomatic space, including the removal of General Sergei Surovikin as commander of Russian forces, and further developments on the vital question of tank deliveries to Ukraine. Plus, Francis interviews Dr Jade McGlynn about the tangled ways in which the war is tied up with Russian n...

Day 322 . Today, Dominic Nicholls and Francis Dearnley discuss the latest significant news in the military and diplomatic spheres – including possible Russian advances. Plus we ask three experts for their insights on three different outcomes of the war for Russia, and what different outcomes would mean for the future of the country. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Host, Assistant Comment Editor).&...

Day 321 . Today, we reflect on the news Britain has not yet made a final decision on whether to send tanks to Ukraine and hear how Kyiv’s comedy circuit has evolved over the last 11 months. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host) . @ByClaireHubble on Twitter. Dom Nicholls (Associate Editor).  @DomNicholls on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor).  @FrancisDearnley on Twitter. W...

Day 320. Today, we examine claims by Moscow that a Russian missile killed 600 Ukrainian soldiers in Kramatorsk. And, as Britain considers sending Challenger 2 battle tanks to Ukraine, we analyse the latest weapons, tanks and military aid pledged by the country's allies. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host) . @ByClaireHubble on Twitter. Dom Nicholls (Associate Editor).  @DomNicholls on Twitter....

Day 317. Today, following the news that Putin has offered Ukraine a temporary “ceasefire”, we discuss the possible motivations for such an offer, and whether everything is as it seems. And we hear of the challenges faced, and ensuing resilience and adaptability, shown by doctors and healthcare workers in Ukraine’s hospitals, in an interview with public health expert Oksana Pyzik. Contributors: Cla...

Day 316. Today, we discuss the latest donations of weapons and armoured cars from the West to Ukraine. Plus, the latest from the Wagner group prison conscripts, who were recruited to fight for the Russian Army. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host) . @ByClaireHubble on Twitter. Natalia Vasileyva (Russia Correspondent). Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). Listen to the full interview with Brooks Newm...

Day 315.   Today, as details of Ukraine’s attack in Makiivka continue to unfurl, we consider what the response on Russian social media may tell us about Moscow’s next move. Plus, we’re joined by guest Dr Rory Finnin, a specialist on Crimea, to discuss the critical role the peninsula seems destined to play in the months, and years, ahead. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host) . @ByClaireHubble on...

Day 314.   Today, we discuss Moscow’s reaction following Ukraine’s deadly New Year’s Eve HIMARS attack which battered a temporary deployment base in the town of Makiivka, killing at least 63. Plus, we consider the state of geopolitics as 2023 begins. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host) . @ByClaireHubble on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor).  @FrancisDearnley on Twitter....

Today, in a special episode, we hear a constellation of voices from a special concert hosted at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in Mayfair, London, in support of the Ukrainian Welcome Centre, who have been at the forefront helping Ukrainians in Britain displaced by the War. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Host).  @FrancisDearnley on Twitter. Yuliya Trishkeu (Soprano, Ealing Symphony Orchestr...

Day 310.  Today, as Putin announces that China's leader Xi Jinping will be visiting Russia in the New Year, we discuss what this meeting means for the war in Ukraine. Plus, we reflect on the 100 year anniversary of the birth of the Soviet Union and what it can tell us about the current conflict. Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host) . @ByClaireHubble on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comme...

Day 309.   Today, we discuss a continued barrage of missiles on civilian infrastructure from Russia, talk about the Kremlin using the offer of free IVF to persuade more people to join the military and consider the dismantling of the Catherine the Great monument in Odessa.  Contributors: Claire Hubble (Host).  @ByClaireHubble on Twitter. Venetia Rainey (Assistant Foreign Ed...

Day 308. Today, we discuss the concept of a Russian Union State, and we’re joined by former MP Aliona Hlivco to consider the 2014 Revolution of Dignity and talk about the origin of the Zelensky cocktail.  Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Host).  @DomNicholls on Twitter. With thanks to Aliona Hlivco.  @aliona_hlivco on Twitter. Read: Introducing the Zelensky Cocktail, a drink as stron...

Over the Christmas week we’re doing things a little differently. Today is the second part of a special two part podcast on the life and works of Ukrainian poet, writer and artist, Taras Shevchenko. In the last episode, we heard about the historical period in which the young Shevchenko grew up. We heard about the boy who was born a serf but went to St Petersburg for his education. Lyubov spoke abou...

Over the Christmas week we’re doing things a little differently. Today is the first part of a special two part podcast on the life and works of Ukrainian poet, writer and artist, Taras Shevchenko. Shevchenko’s life is a fascinating story. Born in serfdom in 1814, he died in 1861 in St Petersburg. His life is one of incredible creativity, artistic talent and gives us a fascinating glimpse back...

Day 303.  Today, we discuss the Russian destruction of the ruined theatre in Mariupol, look at the recent car bomb in Melitopol and compare Zelensky’s trip to Washington to Winston Churchill’s visit to the White House at the height of the second world war in December 1941. Plus we hear from the charity Lumos about the work they are doing to help children in Ukraine. Contributors: David Knowle...

Day 302.  Today, we discuss all the news and reaction to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Washington, analyse the new military aid package announced by the United States and we look in detail at Russia’s reaction to the Biden and Zelensky meeting.  Contributors: David Knowles (Host).  @DJKnowles22 on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor).  @Franc...

Day 301.  Today, we discuss President Zelenky’s upcoming visit to Washington and we speak to Ukrainian blogger and Tiktok creator Kseniia Solodukhina about Crimea, misinformation and hope for the future. Contributors: David Knowles (Host).  @DJKnowles22 on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor).  @FrancisDearnley on Twitter. With thanks to Kseniia Solodukhina, you can...

Day 300.  Today, we discuss Zelensky's visit to war torn Bakhmut, Putin's meeting with Alexander Lukashenko and unpack Ukraine's literary scene with our guest today is Bohdana Neborak, a journalist & culture manager. Contributors: David Knowles (Host).  @DJKnowles22 on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor).  @FrancisDearnley on Twitter. James Kilner (Foreign Corre...

Day 299.  Today, we have an in depth interview conducted by our Associate Editor Dominic Nicholls with Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the head of the UK Armed Forces. Contributors: David Knowles( Host).  @DJKnowles22 on Twitter. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence).  @DomNicholls on Twitter. With thanks to Sir Tony Radakin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Day 296. Today, as Moscow launches yet more strikes in Kyiv and Kharkiv, we discuss suggestions by Ukraine's top commander that Russia is plotting another offensive on Kyiv. Plus, Senior Foreign Correspondent Roland Oliphant recalls his interview with Aiden Aslin, the dual British and Ukrainian volunteer marine who was captured by Russian forces while fighting in Mariupol.  Rea...

Day 295. Today, after two people were killed and five injured at a fire at an oil refinery, we discuss the unusually frequent blazes ripping through shopping malls, factories and other facilities in Russia. Plus, in the second half of today’s episode, Francis Dearnley interviews Dr Thomas Clausen, a historian who works for a liberal think tank in Berlin, on recent developments with chanc...