The podcast delves into the personal stories of individuals impacted by the war in Ukraine, including a surgeon, a grandmother, and a man caring for cats in a bombed-out flat. It explores the challenges of reporting on the ground, verifying information in the midst of disinformation warfare, and investigating war crimes. The discussion highlights the resilience of residents and the push to reaffirm Ukrainian identity post-invasion.
Individual stories highlight human impact of conflict in Ukraine.
Importance of diligent fact-checking amid disinformation in conflict reporting.
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Personal Stories of Individuals Affected by the War in Ukraine
Journalists Andrew Harding and Olga Robinson share personal stories of individuals affected by the war in Ukraine. Andrew recounts encounters with a medic and a woman named Svetlana, highlighting the lasting impact and challenges they face in the prolonged conflict. Olga discusses the importance of portraying the ordinary lives disrupted by extraordinary circumstances, emphasizing the human element of war beyond the headlines.
Information Verification Amid Disinformation in the Conflict
Olga Robinson explains the challenges of verifying information in the conflict zone, particularly amid disinformation and conflicting claims. She details the process of fact-checking and corroborating reports through various techniques, including satellite imagery analysis, to establish the truth behind events like the Butcha massacre. The need for diligence and creativity in verifying information is crucial in navigating the complexities of the ongoing conflict.
Uncertainty and Determination in the Third Year of the Conflict
Looking ahead to the third year of the conflict in Ukraine, Andrew and Olga discuss the uncertainty and geopolitical dynamics shaping the ongoing battle. They anticipate a phase of attrition marked by Ukrainian resilience against Russian advances. The challenges posed by political shifts, Western support, and the toll of the conflict on individuals underscore the enduring determination of Ukrainians amidst a complex and uncertain outlook for the future.
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine enters its third year.
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A surgeon in a wheelchair, an indomitable grandmother, and a man taking care of eight cats in a bombed-out flat: just some of people the BBC’s Andrew Harding has met on repeat trips to Ukraine’s front lines. He and the BBC’s Olga Robinson, who has family in Russia and Ukraine, talk to Katya Adler about the power of individual stories, two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion.
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