Ukraine: The Latest

Putin talks peace as he’s hit by more missiles

May 24, 2024

Dominic Nicholls and Francis Dearnley discuss Putin's interest in negotiations after Ukrainian strikes in Crimea, a Russian military purge, and the altered migratory paths of greater spotted eagles due to the conflict. The podcast also explores music therapy for traumatized children and the resilience of residents in Harkif, Ukraine amidst ongoing bombings.

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Francis Dearnley

Dominic Nicholls

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Quick takeaways

Putin's talks of peace in Ukraine may be influenced by recent strikes in Crimea and Russia.

Senior Russian military officials are being sacked in what appears to be a purge of the defense establishment.

Migrating wildlife, like eagles, are avoiding war-torn Ukraine, indicating the impact of conflict on nature.

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Overview of the Podcast Episode

The podcast episode delves into the latest events and news surrounding the conflict in Ukraine, discussing topics such as the potential peace negotiations, recent missile attacks, Russian military actions, impacts on wildlife, challenges faced by journalists, and personal experiences in Ukraine. It highlights the resilience and struggles of Ukrainians amid the ongoing conflict.

Introduction

2min

Recent Ukrainian Strikes on Russian Infrastructure and Air Defense Systems

2min

Tensions and Tactics in the Ukraine Conflict

20min

Migratory Behavior of Eagles Amidst Conflict - A Study on Rare Birds' Adaptations

5min

Exploring Music Therapy and Artistic Expression to Help Traumatized Children

4min

Survival Amidst Chaos: Life in Harkif, Ukraine

16min

Promoting Solidarity and Support for Ukraine

2min

Day 814.

Today, we discuss whether more Ukrainian strikes in Crimea and Russia have pushed Putin to start talking about negotiations, and hear of another senior Russian military official sacked, in what is starting to look like a purge of the top echelons of Russia’s defence establishment.

Contributors:

Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X.

Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X.

With thanks to Jen Stout (Freelance Journalist and author) @jm_stout on X. Her new book 'Night train to Odesa' is out now: https://birlinn.co.uk/product/night-train-to-odesa/

Articles Referenced:

'Exclusive: Putin wants Ukraine ceasefire on current frontlines' (Reuters)

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/putin-wants-ukraine-ceasefire-current-frontlines-sources-say-2024-05-24/

'Ukraine starts sending convicts to fight Russia' (The Telegraph)

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/05/23/ukraine-starts-sending-convicts-to-fight-russia/

'Migrating eagles are avoiding war-torn Ukraine' (The Telegraph)

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/05/20/greater-spotted-eagle-avoid-ukraine-russia-war/

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