Sasha Vakulina

Join Sasha Vakulina, Euronews Ukraine correspondent, Oleksandra Matviichuk, Nobel Peace laureate and human rights defender, and Maria Tadeo, Euronews EU editor, as they delve into the profound challenges facing Ukraine and Europe. They discuss Russia's alarming trend of militarizing children, Ukraine's ambitious peace proposals, and the critical human rights implications surrounding them. Maria breaks down the EU's new, stringent migration policies and the political dynamics behind them. A thought-provoking exploration of war, peace, and human dignity!

Valdis Dombrovskis, the EU Commissioner for the economy and former Prime Minister of Latvia, discusses the urgency of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's funding needs. Ukrainian correspondent Sasha Vakulina reports on President Zelensky’s high-stakes talks in Brussels, emphasizing security guarantees. Migration reporter Vincenzo Genovese explains new EU laws aimed at expediting asylum processes and changing return procedures, highlighting the evolving approach to migration management in Europe.

Join EU Commissioner for Energy, Dan Jørgensen, a former Danish politician, as he discusses the bold new proposal to phase out Russian gas by 2028 and the strategic shift from sanctions to outright bans. Ukraine correspondent Sasha Vakulina shares insights from ongoing diplomatic talks and urgent discussions around frozen Russian assets for Ukrainian support. The episode also touches on protests in Bulgaria and the rising tensions over the nation's budget, revealing how these issues intertwine with broader EU dynamics.

Retired US Army Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, an expert on European defense, and Sasha Vakulina, Euronews Ukraine correspondent, delve into the complexities of US-Ukraine relations. Hodges critiques the US's business-centric approach, warning it could jeopardize Ukraine’s future. Vakulina discusses key sticking points in peace talks and the implications of Zelensky’s diplomatic efforts. Both emphasize Ukraine's firm stance against territorial concessions and the ongoing fight against corruption, highlighting the pressing need for cohesive support from Europe.

Sasha Vakulina, a Euronews correspondent, shares insights on the potential meeting between Russian and Ukrainian leaders in Turkey. She discusses the slim chances of face-to-face talks since the war began and explores the implications for Putin if he fails to attend. The complexities of diplomatic relations are highlighted, especially with Donald Trump's potential influence. Additionally, the conversation touches on the EU's considerations for banning phones in schools and the ongoing 'Pfizergate' case regarding vaccine transparency.