Newscast Zelensky (Almost) Says Sorry
Mar 4, 2025
Join Jeremy Bowen, BBC international editor, Caitriona Perry, chief presenter in Washington, and Faisal Islam, economics editor, as they unpack Zelensky's remarks about working with Trump for a peace deal amid U.S. military aid uncertainty. They discuss Europe’s anxiety over aid pauses and how Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico are shaking global markets. The conversation navigates the complexities of trade dynamics and the implications for U.S.-Ukraine relations, providing deep insights into this turbulent geopolitical landscape.
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Episode Focus: Trump's Decisions
- US President Donald Trump's decisions dominate this episode, focusing on US-Ukraine relations and new tariffs.
- The episode analyzes Trump's impact on trade and potential peace negotiations.
US Military Aid to Ukraine
- The US significantly supports Ukraine's military, providing essential resources like air defense and intelligence.
- Ukrainians are also developing their own military tech, like weaponized drones, impacting modern warfare.
Ukrainian Drone Warfare
- Jeremy Bowen visited a Ukrainian workshop where they weaponize commercial drones.
- A skilled drone pilot can destroy a tank using a drone and a small amount of explosives.