Vladimir Kara-Murza

Vladimir Karamurza, a Russian opposition politician and Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, discusses the evolving resistance against Trump and the significance of civic engagement in today’s politics. He highlights the distinct differences between past and present protests, stressing how grassroots activism is reshaping political discourse. Karamurza also tackles economic inequality and the impact of oligarchy on the working class, while exploring the urgency of uniting various political factions to advocate for reform. His insights shed light on the battle against authoritarianism and the importance of public participation.

Day 1,362.Today, as Poland reports sabotage on vital rail links connecting it to Ukraine and Romania evacuates civilians after Russian strikes across the Danube, we unpack President Zelensky’s latest diplomatic push – including a new energy deal with Greece and a landmark agreement with France for 100 fighter jets. Later, we speak with Vladimir Kara-Murza, the prominent opposition figure arrested in 2022 for denouncing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and given a 25-year sentence in a Siberian penal colony. He discusses life inside prison and how Putin’s regime suppresses dissent.ContributorsDominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.James Crisp (Europe Editor). @JamesCrisp6 on X.With thanks to Vladimir Kara-Murza.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST’ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter  Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It’s free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Vladimir Kara-Murza: what stopped me going mad in Putin’s gulag (The Telegraph):https://tinyurl.com/2sxzyhmnNorth Korean troops deployed to clear land mines for Russia (The Telegraph):https://tinyurl.com/25fw4kdsRussia seizes land after Kyiv diverts troops (The Telegraph):https://tinyurl.com/ydtnrd7uExclusive: Russia plans to make up to 120,000 glide bombs this year, Ukrainian intelligence says (Reuters):https://tinyurl.com/mtymsp8cHow Britain replaced the US as Russia’s villain of choice (The Guardian):https://www.theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2025/nov/16/how-britain-became-russia-villain-us-ukraine Viewings of ‘Facing War’ at Bertha DocHouse in London:https://dochouse.org/event/facing-war/LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Econoom Arnoud Boot verkent de CPB-doorrekeningen van verkiezingsprogramma's en belicht de uitdagingen van woningmarktbeleid. Vicepremier Mona Keijzer bespreekt ambitieuze plannen voor wonen en asiel, terwijl Russische oppositieleider Vladimir Kara-Murza zijn schrijnende ervaringen met repressie onder het Poetin-regime deelt. Schrijver Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer waarschuwt voor de erosie van democratische instituties en benadrukt het gevaar van populisme. Intrigerende inzichten en actuele thema's komen samen in een boeiend gesprek.

Vladimir Kara-Murza, a pro-democracy activist and survivor of Kremlin oppression, discusses his relentless fight for political prisoners and the prospects of a democratic Russia after Putin. Garry Kasparov draws parallels between authoritarianism in Russia and America, warning against the normalization of threats. Jonathan Wilkinson addresses concerns over pipeline negotiations and climate commitments, stressing the importance of Indigenous support. Finally, Benjamin Roebuck shares insights on the systemic failings faced by sexual assault survivors in Canada.

In this engaging conversation, Vladimir Kara-Murza shares his chilling journey as an anti-Putin activist who survived two poisonings and imprisonment. He reflects on the psychological scars of his captivity and the plight of political prisoners in Russia. Kara-Murza argues for increasing Western pressure on the Kremlin and discusses the complexities of sanctions following Ukraine's invasion. He also contemplates the unpredictable political landscape in Russia, expressing cautious optimism for a future democratic transition.