Economist Podcasts War graft: scandal engulfs Ukraine
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Nov 20, 2025 
Oliver Carroll, Ukraine correspondent for The Economist, discusses the controversial US-Russia peace proposal and the corruption scandal shaking Ukraine's leadership. Michael Reid reflects on Spain’s evolution since Franco's death and the pressing economic challenges it faces today. Daniela Raz, a data journalist, shares insights from a study revealing how workplace romances impact wages, particularly highlighting gender disparities in outcomes. Each guest brings a unique perspective to global issues from politics to economics.
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Peace Plan Sidelines Ukraine
- The US-Russia peace proposal sidelines Ukraine and echoes long-standing Russian demands.
- Oliver Carroll warns it effectively demands Ukrainian capitulation and was drafted without Kyiv's input.
Proposal's Punishing Terms
- The draft's key points include major troop cuts, territorial concessions, and language and church concessions.
- Oliver Carroll says it bans long-range weapons and foreign troops while elevating Russian language and church status.
Golden Toilet And Cash Recordings
- Investigators recorded conspiratorial meetings and captured vivid details like cash-lugging complaints.
- Oliver Carroll cites recordings revealing millions in cash and a golden toilet linked to Timur Mindich.