Global News Podcast Optimism but no deal after Ukraine peace talks
Dec 29, 2025
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Jeanette Vincent Deau
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Sarah Rainsford
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Jonathan Head
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Samira Hussain
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Bernda Bussman
Bernda Bussman, a BBC correspondent, discusses the contentious Ukraine peace talks, highlighting territorial disputes and European security roles. Samira Hussain reports from Kyiv, capturing the war-weariness among Ukrainians and the challenges of future referendums. Jonathan Head sheds light on Myanmar's tense election process under military rule. Sarah Rainsford reflects on Pope Leo XIV's impact in his first year, while Jeanette Vincent Deau explores Brigitte Bardot's cultural legacy and cinematic influence.
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Peace Plan Largely Agreed, Key Issues Remain
- Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky claim 90–95% agreement on a 20-point Ukraine peace plan.
- Territorial concessions and Russia's stance remain the main unresolved, thorny issues.
Territory Is The Toughest Negotiation Point
- Bernda Bussman highlights territorial control as the core sticking point in negotiations.
- Trump sees Europe doing the heavy lifting on security guarantees while avoiding ground troops.
Trump's Rapport With Putin Raises Questions
- Trump repeatedly signals personal trust in Vladimir Putin despite scepticism elsewhere.
- That perception unsettles Kyiv and European capitals about Russia's likely cooperation.