

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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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 17min
New counter-offensive coming in spring, says Kyiv spy chief & Ukraine hits more Russian oil refineries
General Valerii Zaluzhny, David Knowles, Hamish De Bretton-Gordon, Dominic Nicholls, and Gwendolyn Sasse discuss the latest updates from Ukraine, including a new counter-offensive announcement and an attack on a Russian oil refinery. They also talk about Ukrainian politics, Putin's NATO strategy, Germany's role in supporting Ukraine, aid and assistance for Ukrainians, drones in warfare, and the inventiveness of Ukrainian soldiers.

Jan 30, 2024 • 54min
Putin forms new Africa mercenary group with same name as Nazis & Ukraine 'downs Russian Su-34 fighter jet'
Latest updates from Ukraine including tensions between Zelensky and Zaluzhny, Russia's war-time economy, Russian attacks in certain regions, shooting down of Russian fighter by Ukraine, political tensions in Ukraine, Ukraine's ability to sustain itself and aid packages, missile production in Russia, Kremlin's actions and statements, skepticism and oversight of US aid to Ukraine.

Jan 29, 2024 • 48min
Ukraine strikes another oil refinery north of Moscow & MEP 'exposed' as Russian spy
Panel of journalists discuss recent drone attack on Russian energy structure in Ukraine. Russian advances, sanctions busting, and investigation into sanctions busting. Debate on mobilization age in Ukraine and Hungary's shifting political position. Suspected Russian spy's correspondence and activities. Diplomatic spat, arms deal, and the Ukrainian aid package. Extension of sanctions on Russia and Belarus.

Jan 27, 2024 • 51min
Inside the bunker with Zelensky: an exclusive interview with Simon Shuster
Journalist Simon Shuster discusses his book 'The Showman' and provides insights into President Zelensky's journey to the presidency, his transformation into a symbol of resistance and leadership during the invasion of Ukraine, and his media control and relationship with Boris Johnson. The podcast also offers a peek inside the official residence and bunker of the Ukrainian president.

Jan 26, 2024 • 55min
Russia 'gives up' on encircling Avdiivka & interview with former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger
Day 699. Today, we bring you latest updates from across Ukraine, discuss the evolving state of US politics with a former Republican congressmen, hear live from Berlin about discussions relating to Taurus missiles, and we also announce a new live event for listeners - this time, in London.Contributors:David Knowles (Head of Audio Development). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.James Rothwell (Berlin Correspondent). @JamesERothwell on Twitter.Adam Kinzinger (Senior Political Commentator for CNN and former Congressman). @AdamKinzinger on Twitter.Articles Referenced:Napoleon's total war in Russia: lessons for Putin in Ukraine | Francis's Defence in Depth'How things from the war end up in Russian museum collections and what happens to exhibits stolen from Kherson' (Mediazona)Many of our listeners have raised concerns over the potential sale of Telegraph Media Group to the Abu Dhabi-linked Redbird IMI. We are inviting the submission of comments on the process. Email salecomments@telegraph.co.uk or dtletters@telegraph.co.uk to have your say.Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 25, 2024 • 39min
Kyiv 'blows up' Black Sea oil terminal & Russian nationalist Igor Girkin sent to a penal colony
Igor Girkin, newly imprisoned Russian nationalist and war criminal, discusses his future prospects. The podcast also covers the lack of details and speculation surrounding a recent plane crash, Russia's military capabilities, and Ukraine's energy front. It touches upon the possible involvement of the Russian Army in an event, cats' role in the Ukrainian-Russian war, and the arrest of nationalist figure Gherkin Strelkove.

Jan 24, 2024 • 53min
Russian military plane explodes on Ukrainian border & what Trump's success spells for Kyiv
Day 697. Today, we bring you latest updates from across Ukraine, analyse the breaking news of a Russian military plane crash in Belgorod, and hear the latest from the US as Donald Trump storms to another Republican win.Contributors:David Knowles (Head of Audio Development). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Mark Temnycky (Nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center and freelance journalist). @MTemnycky on Twitter.Many of our listeners have raised concerns over the potential sale of Telegraph Media Group to the Abu Dhabi-linked Redbird IMI. We are inviting the submission of comments on the process. Email salecomments@telegraph.co.uk or dtletters@telegraph.co.uk to have your say.Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 2024 • 47min
Russia unleashes deadly barrage of missiles, Putin's liberal challenger gains momentum & tank tactics: decoded
David Knowles, Francis Dearnley, James Kilner, and Hamish De Bretton Gordon discuss the deadly missile barrage in Russia, the liberal challenger gaining momentum in the presidential bid, and analyze tank tactics in Ukraine's conflict. They also delve into the significance of air and maritime superiority, proposed amendments to the Russian criminal code, and the concerns surrounding nuclear conflict.

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Jan 22, 2024 • 52min
Ukraine attacks Russia's oil infrastructure & Kyiv's economy after two years of war
"Ukraine: The Latest" podcast features guests David Knowles, Dominic Nicholls, Joe Barnes, and Liliane Bivings who discuss recent drone strikes in Ukraine, political developments in Ukraine and Russia, challenges in attracting international investment, the potential war between Russia and NATO, Russia's illegal claim on Alaska, and the importance of Ukraine's territorial integrity. Stay updated on Ukraine's latest news and enjoy ad-free listening.

Jan 19, 2024 • 60min
Russian oil depot set ablaze by Ukrainian drone attack & Putin’s petrodollars dry up as Arab-Russian cartel loses its grip
Day 692.Today, we bring you latest updates from across Ukraine, discuss broader strategic questions for the year to come for Russia, the West and Ukraine, and analyse the news that Russia’s oil and gas revenues have plummeted by 37pc in just one year.Contributors:David Knowles (Head of Audio Development). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @Francis Dearnley on Twitter.Jonathan Leake (Energy Editor). @Jonathan__Leake on Twitter.Ruth Deyermond (Senior Lecturer in Post-Soviet Security at Kings College London). @ruth_deyermond on Twitter. Neil Hauer's article on Ukraine's 'War of Narratives':https://warontherocks.com/2024/01/ukraines-war-of-narrativesMany of our listeners have raised concerns over the potential sale of Telegraph Media Group to the Abu Dhabi-linked Redbird IMI. We are inviting the submission of comments on the process. Email salecomments@telegraph.co.uk or dtletters@telegraph.co.uk to have your say.Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.