The NPR Politics Podcast After Ten Days Of War, The View From The Ground In Ukraine
Mar 7, 2022
The podcast delves into the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, spotlighting the mass displacement of citizens amid fierce resistance from Ukrainian forces. It highlights international support, with civilians and volunteers rallying against the invasion. The complexities of U.S. military assistance are unpacked, alongside debates over a no-fly zone and the impact of rising fuel prices due to sanctions on Russian oil. Public sentiment and the urgency for humanitarian efforts shape the conversation as the world watches Ukraine's struggle.
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Fighting Concentrated in Central and Northern Ukraine
- Intense fighting and shelling are concentrated in central and northern Ukraine, particularly in Kharkiv and Kyiv.
- Southern cities like Mariupol are under siege, facing dire humanitarian conditions.
Report from Western Ukraine
- Ryan Lucas reports from western Ukraine, where the atmosphere is tense but without fighting.
- Checkpoints are manned, statues are being protected, and people are on edge.
Failed Ceasefires and Attacks on Civilians
- Ceasefires meant to allow civilian evacuations failed as Russians allegedly fired on evacuation points.
- A witness in Mariupol reported shelling during planned civilian gatherings, with similar incidents near Kyiv.