

Ukraine: The Latest
The Telegraph
The world’s most listened to, and award-winning, podcast covering the war in Ukraine.Every weekday, the Telegraph's top journalists analyse the conflict from all angles – just as they have since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, when tanks, jets and troops crossed Ukraine's borders.Downloaded over 120 million times and trusted by listeners worldwide, the team considers military strategy, history, weaponry, economics, refugee crises, culture, and daily life in Vladimir Putin's autocratic Russia and Volodymyr Zelensky's democratic Ukraine. Our correspondents on the ground talk to experts and civilians to cover every aspect of Russia's brutal invasion.We are also available in both Ukrainian and Russian, so that people on both sides of the battle lines and across the region – including Central Asia and the Caucasus – have access to accurate reporting. We use cutting-edge AI technology to make this possible. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Or find them here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestA new weekly newsletter is also available, where we 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. Join here: https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/Telegraph subscribers get early access to bonus episodes of Ukraine: The Latest and our sister podcast Battle Lines. You can subscribe within The Telegraph app, or tap on ‘Already a subscriber’ at the top of this page to log in to link your existing subscription. For more information, head to: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/telegraph-subscription-bonus-content-apple-podcasts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 55min
Putin destroys power plant near Kyiv & how Ukraine set Putin's biggest economic asset on fire
Hamish de Bretton-Gordon, Director of Doctors Under Fire, discusses Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the use of drones in defense, insights on chemical warfare, and Ukraine's strategic campaign against Russian oil refineries. The podcast also addresses the rise of Russian bots on the YouTube channel, challenges in power generation, and the urgent need for global intervention to support Ukraine.

Apr 10, 2024 • 43min
The Kremlin continues to strike Ukraine's energy infrastructure & a British volunteer visits Kharkiv
British volunteer Felicity Spector shares her experiences with Bake for Ukraine, discussing the resilience of Kharkiv residents amidst conflict. The podcast covers updates on Russia's attacks, NATO's strength, and the importance of supporting Ukraine through practical means.

Apr 9, 2024 • 46min
UK Foreign Secretary visits Donald Trump & Russia battles a fuel crisis and flash floods
David Cameron, UK Foreign Secretary, discusses his visit to the US, while Dominic Nicholls and Francis Dearnley talk about Ukraine's AI attack drone and UK profits from Russia's war machine. James Kilner shares insights on Russia's fuel crisis and flash floods amid closer ties with China.

Apr 8, 2024 • 56min
Drone attack risks 'major nuclear accident' & Russia carrying out illegal chemical assaults on Ukrainian soldiers
Day 772.Today, we bring you the latest news from the battlefront as drone strikes on the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant risk what the UN says is a major nuclear accident, and we speak to Jimmy Rushton, a Kyiv-based security analyst, who has written an investigation into chemical weapon use by Russian forces.Contributors:Dominic Nicholls(Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Joe Barnes(Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on X.With thanks to Jimmy Rushton (Kyiv-based security analyst). @JimmySecUK on X.Articles referenced:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/04/06/russia-using-illegal-chemical-attacks-against-ukraine/Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 2024 • 52min
Ukraine launches ‘massive’ drone attack on Russian airfield & Putin's army ‘advances into crucial city’ in Donetsk
Ukraine launches massive drone attack on Russian airfield, Russian troops advance towards Donetsk. The episode discusses challenges in Ukrainian Parliament, German ties to Russia, and Putin's post-election agenda. Analysis of public opinion on conflict outcome and Russian military strengths highlighted.

Apr 4, 2024 • 41min
Russian ‘double-tap’ strike in Kharkiv & Nato now in ‘direct confrontation’ with Moscow
The podcast discusses Russian airstrikes in Kharkiv, NATO's birthday, and the threat from Europe's right-wing parties. Highlights include Congresswoman Spartz's interview, France's dialogue with Russia post-attack, and the rising influence of hard-right parties in Europe. It also reflects on NATO's strength amidst conflict and explores the global repercussions of Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries.

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Apr 3, 2024 • 50min
Ukraine will destroy Crimea bridge by July, official claims & NATO plans to “Trump-proof” Western support
The podcast discusses Ukraine planning to destroy the Crimea bridge by July, NATO's 'Trump-proof' support for Ukraine, an innovative project helping veterans with PTSD, and Russian influence scandals in the EU. It also covers Ukrainian military tactics against Russian attacks, a charity aiding Ukraine, and personal stories of war veterans finding healing through skiing and group therapy.

Apr 2, 2024 • 46min
Russia ‘loses 20 armoured vehicles’ as huge tank assault fails & how Ukraine retrieves the bodies of its fallen soldiers
Dimko Zhlutenko, a Ukrainian volunteer, shares insights on retrieving fallen soldiers' bodies and Russian soldiers acquiring Starlink systems. The podcast also covers Russian tank assault failures, Ukrainian defense strategies, repatriation process emotions, tech aid for the army, and contrasts in volunteer support. It highlights the significance of US House Speaker's vote on Ukraine aid and ways to stay updated on Ukraine news.

Apr 1, 2024 • 27min
Mikhail Bulgakov: the author on the front line of Ukraine's new 'culture war'
Author Mikhail Bulgakov's legacy as a witness to Ukraine's War of Independence is debated, with insights on his identity as a Russian or Ukrainian writer. Researcher Maryna Sychenko shares her memories of the invasion, reflecting on the ongoing cultural battle over Bulgakov's impact on Ukrainian literature.

Mar 29, 2024 • 43min
Blood, bandages and lost friends: Life as a Ukrainian front line medic
Three Ukrainian front line medics share their experiences treating the wounded and facing daily dangers near the conflict. They discuss the lack of resources, frustrations with international aid, and the heightened risks post-invasion. The medics also highlight the impact of drones on warfare tactics and the urgent need for global support to protect lives in Ukraine.