Newshour 01/12/2025 21:06 GMT
Dec 1, 2025
Mark Galeotti, an expert on Russian politics, analyses the complexities of Ukraine’s peace negotiations, dissecting Putin’s stance and Zelensky's challenging domestic situation. Hanya al-Jamal, a teacher turned aid worker from Gaza, shares her powerful firsthand experiences of displacement and her journey to the UK. Their discussions delve into the intersections of diplomacy, war, and personal trauma, offering insights into global crises and human resilience.
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Negotiations Focus On NATO And Donetsk
- Diplomacy around the Ukraine war has been unusually frenetic despite slow battlefield gains.
- Mark Galeotti suggests negotiations hinge on NATO guarantees and control of Donetsk, not broad compromise.
Personal Stakes Drive Shuttle Diplomacy
- Steve Witkoff is driven to secure a deal that boosts his credibility with Donald Trump.
- Galeotti warns Trump may abandon Ukrainian support if Kyiv resists ceding territory.
Toxic Water Cannons In Georgia
- BBC found evidence Georgia used potentially WWI-era chemical agents in water cannon mix.
- Toxicologists flagged trichloroethylene and a chemical resembling camite as causes of long-term harm.