Global News Podcast Russia hits Ukraine in deadly strikes
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Nov 14, 2025 
Stephen McDonnell, a knowledgeable BBC correspondent in Beijing, dives into the escalating tensions between Japan and China over Taiwan, analyzing the strong reactions from both sides. Meanwhile, Imogen Folks, reporting from the UN in Geneva, discusses the Human Rights Council's decision to investigate the alleged massacre in El Fasher, Sudan, pushing for accountability amidst dire humanitarian crises. The conversation kicks off with an unsettling recap of Russia's deadly strikes in Kyiv, highlighting the devastating toll on civilians.
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Russian Attacks Aim To Undermine Morale
- Russia's overnight bombardment of Kyiv targeted the whole city, not just infrastructure.
- James Landale says the strikes aim to damage morale as much as energy networks.
Taiwan Remark Strains China–Japan Rapprochement
- Japan's PM suggested military response to an attack on Taiwan, provoking strong Chinese rhetoric.
- Stephen McDonnell notes the row risks reversing recent Sino-Japanese rapprochement.
UN Launches Probe Into El Fasher Massacre
- The UN Human Rights Council approved a formal probe into alleged mass killings in El Fasher.
- Imogen Folks says the investigation could identify perpetrators and feed evidence to the ICC.