Colin Freeman

Colin Freeman, a foreign reporter and author, sheds light on an alarming trend: Mexican and Colombian drug cartels are infiltrating the Ukrainian military to refine their drone warfare skills. He discusses how operatives train in kamikaze tactics, complicating volunteer vetting due to identity fraud. The conversation also delves into the implications of these techniques being used back in Latin America, highlighting the concerning potential of combat-trained individuals returning to criminal life. Freeman's insights reveal a unique intersection of global conflicts and criminal enterprises.

Colin Freeman, a writer for The Spectator, discusses the struggles of foreign fighters in Ukraine, raising questions about the West's commitment to their cause. Rachel Clarke delves into the urgent issue of antimicrobial resistance while reviewing Liam Shaw's book on antibiotics, drawing attention to the severe impacts of bacterial infections. The conversation also touches on Brexit-related themes and the playful exploration of invented languages, showcasing a broad spectrum of intriguing ideas and insights.

Jade McGlynn, an expert in war studies at King's College London, and Colin Freeman, a foreign correspondent for The Telegraph, delve into Ukraine's complex situation. They discuss the implications of Ukraine potentially becoming nuclear-armed, drawing parallels to Israel. The conversation also highlights the recent surge of resistance in occupied territories, including targeted assassinations that are intensifying conflicts. Plus, they explore the devastating human impact of ongoing military operations on local civilians.

Colin Freeman, a freelance foreign affairs journalist and former chief foreign correspondent for The Telegraph, dives into Kyiv’s recent 'revenge operation' against Russian forces linked to war crimes. He shares firsthand reports from Kharkiv, where civilians suffer amidst military strikes. Freelancing on military nuances, Freeman also discusses his new book revealing the untold stories of Ukraine’s Foreign Legion, exploring the complex motivations of international volunteers fighting for Ukraine. It’s a raw glimpse into resilience and the realities of war.

Colin Freeman, The Telegraph's correspondent in Kyiv, provides first-hand insights on the mood in Ukraine as the third anniversary of the invasion unfolds. David Blair, the Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator, delves into the historical context of the conflict. Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson shares his experiences from Number 10 on the day of the invasion. The discussion highlights Ukraine's missile production ambitions, escalating drone warfare, and the implications of recent German elections on NATO and European defense strategies.

Colin Freeman, British journalist who reported from conflict zones and wrote about Ukraine’s foreign volunteers. Dr. David Malet, scholar of foreign fighter recruitment and transnational conflict. They trace a long history of foreign fighters, explore varied motivations from mercenary pay to ideological calling, compare recruitment tactics across theaters, and debate the mixed battlefield effects and policy implications.

Foreign Correspondent Colin Freeman discusses Russia's failed diversion in Ukraine, Ukrainian offensives in Crimea, Putin's dilemma over Crimea's importance, Iranian President Raisi's death implications, and emotional stories from Ukrainian conscripts in Donbas.

The podcast covers drone strikes in Ukraine, draft dodging issues, and reports from Kupyansk. It discusses recent events in the conflict, soldier-local interactions, and tactics against drone threats. The chapter also compares countries' support to Ukraine based on GDP contributions.

Day 592. Today, we hear how China has rebuked Russia for the killing of 52 civilians last week and we go live to the Labour Party conference in Liverpool.Contributors:Dominic Nicholls (Host, Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Colin Freeman (Foreign Correspondent). @ColinFreeman on Twitter. Oleksiy Goncharenko (Ukrainian MP and Vice President of the PACE Committee on Migration, Refugees and Displaced Persons). @GoncharenkoUa onTwitter.Paul Mason (The New European). @paulmasonnews on Twitter.Find out more: Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's podcast features Dominic Nicholls, Colin Freeman, David Knowles, Joe Barnes, and Malcolm Chambers MP. They discuss a possible breach of airspace in Romania, updates on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Slovakia's election victory, Boris Johnson's potential involvement in Ukraine strategy, the Orcus submarine collaboration, understanding support for Ukraine, and ways to stay updated on Ukraine news.