
Leigh Turner
Former UK Ambassador to Ukraine, whose expertise is in diplomacy, politics, and international relations. Author of the book "Lessons in Diplomacy, Politics, Power and Parties."
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Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 2min
The Trump-Zelenskyy meeting - can they end the war?
Noga Tarnopolsky, a freelance journalist from Jerusalem, shares insights on the ongoing protests in Israel for hostages' release. Leigh Turner, a former British Ambassador to Ukraine, discusses the political intricacies influencing peace efforts amid the Ukraine conflict. Idit Ohel, mother of an Israeli hostage taken by Hamas, passionately advocates for a referendum on the war's future. The conversation dives deep into the historical complexities of conflict resolution and the urgent calls for humanitarian action amid escalating tensions.

Nov 23, 2024 • 27min
Frontline special - former UK Ambassador to Ukraine Leigh Turner
Leigh Turner, former UK Ambassador to Ukraine and author of 'Lessons in Diplomacy', dives deep into the current geopolitical landscape. He discusses the implications of western-supplied long-range missiles for Ukraine and the potential repercussions from Russia. The conversation shifts to how the recent US elections might impact support for Ukraine. Turner also addresses the risks of a demilitarized zone legitimizing Russian occupation and critiques Germany's political instability affecting alliances. An insightful look at the complexities of international relations!

Oct 21, 2019 • 1h 7min
Brexit statt Brüssel – Gehört die Zukunft der Nation?
Karoline Edtstadler, ÖVP-Delegationsleiterin, und Leigh Turner, britischer Botschafter, diskutieren die Herausforderungen des Brexits und die Notwendigkeit internationaler Zusammenarbeit. Der Ökonom Hans-Hermann Hoppe kritisiert die EU und vertritt die Idee dezentraler Staaten, während die Publizistin Aleksandra Rybinska die Einmischung Brüssels in nationale Angelegenheiten hinterfragt. Gemeinsam erörtern sie Themen wie Bürgerbeteiligung, die Rolle von Migration in der EU und die Sicherheitsbedenken eines möglichen 'Hard Brexits'.