Frank Gardener

Viktoria Kovalenko, a brave Ukrainian woman who lost her husband and elder daughter during the war, shares her poignant journey of rebuilding her life in the UK with her younger daughter. She reflects on adapting to life in Milton Keynes, the feelings of loneliness, and her family's memories. Frank Gardner, BBC's security correspondent, discusses the international response to the recent missile strikes in Ukraine and the complex dynamics of Ukraine-U.S. relations, particularly regarding military support and political negotiations.

Lyse Doucet and Frank Gardener discuss the recent Israel-Hamas hostage deal, criticizing Israel's response and highlighting Qatar's role. They explore the challenges of negotiating the deal, the division of Gaza, and the complexity of the situation. This deal is just a small step towards addressing the larger Palestinian-Israeli crisis.