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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Nov 10, 2023 • 43min
Ukraine 'securing' new positions on Dnipro's left bank & the struggle to form a new Polish government
Ukraine's securing of positions on the left bank of the Dnipro River, concerns raised by Russian military bloggers, and the challenges of cross-river operations. The story of a Ukrainian orphan facing conscription into the Russian army and the challenges of bringing him back to Ukraine. Ukraine's decision not to hold a presidential election and the evolving dynamics of the Ukrainian immigrant population in Poland. The integration of Ukrainian refugees in Poland and the struggle to form a new Polish government.
Nov 9, 2023 • 56min
40,000 Russian troops poised for major assault on Avdiivka & Ukrainian democracy, elections and unity
Day 622.Today, we bring you the latest updates from Ukraine, discuss the challenges and hopes of Ukraine’s EU journey and get the low down on Ukrainian democracy and politics from regular guest and contributor Aliona Hlivco.Contributors:David Knowles (Host). @djknowles22 on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Aliona Hlivco (Managing Director at the Henry Jackson society). @aliona_hlivco on Twitter. Find out more: Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 8, 2023 • 1h 10min
Ukraine hails 'historic step' as EU takes Kyiv closer to membership & understanding a war time budget
Guests include David Knowles, Dominic Nicholls, Francis Dearnley, Joe Barnes, and Yurii Gaidai. Topics discussed: Ukraine's potential EU membership and reform progress, Russia's actions against ICC and military cooperation with China and Myanmar, alleged Ukrainian special forces strike in Sudan, analyzing the situation on the east bank of the Nipa River, Ukraine's response to EU recommendation and wartime budget, and Ukraine's dependence on external financing.
Nov 7, 2023 • 51min
Zelensky rules out election, Russia strikes Ukraine with glide bombs & the ongoing fight against the Wagner group
British Conservative MP and Chair of the Foreign Affairs committee, Alicia Kearns, discusses the ongoing threat of the Wagner group. Topics include the importance of the CFE treaty, the dire situation within the Russian armed forces, and the evolving threat of private military companies like Wagner.
Nov 6, 2023 • 44min
Ukraine strikes Russian shipyard, Russia bombs a museum & Zelenksy denies stalemate
Topics covered include Ukraine's struggle to procure enough drones for defense, Ukraine's cruise missile strike on a Russian shipyard, the importance of a strategic railway between Rostov and Crimea, Putin's visit to Kazakhstan to regain credibility, and his announcement to potentially serve two more terms as president.
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Nov 5, 2023 • 35min
Retired US General & Pentagon insider on Ukraine's strategy and lessons for future conflict
Retired American General Lt. Gen James Dubik shares his assessment of the war in Ukraine, discussing the Russian invasion, Ukrainian military performance, and lessons from Ukrainian warfare. He also explores the impact of technology in the military, Western military weaknesses, and the China threat.
Nov 4, 2023 • 58min
Battle Lines: Israeli troops push deep into Gaza & investigating Hamas' property portfolio
Hear Defence Editor Danielle Sheridan discuss the Israeli forensics teams searching through ash for teeth to identify Hamas victims. Sophia Yan investigates Hamas assets in Turkey, and Nataliya Vasilyeva talks about her reporting on the experiences of the Israeli Bedouin. Get an overview of the history of the region from Assistant Comment Editor Francis Dearnley.
Nov 3, 2023 • 54min
Moscow suffers heavy losses in failed tank assault & what Ukraine needs to win with Dr Taras Kuzio
Dr Taras Kuzio, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Political Science, talks about how the West and Ukraine can defeat Russia. Topics include recent attacks by Russia, missile strikes in Ukraine, the economic undercurrents in Russia, and utilizing CIA tactics from the Cold War to influence events inside Russia.
Nov 2, 2023 • 52min
Ukraine's top general writes essay on how to break stalemate with Russia
General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ukraine's top General, shares his perspective on the full scale war with Russia. Topics discussed include the importance of air superiority, minefield breaching, and improving counter-battery and electronic warfare. The podcast also explores the challenges faced by Russia's integrated air defense system, the changing attitudes towards supporting Ukraine, and the potential use of drones and satellites for gathering intelligence.
Nov 1, 2023 • 50min
Ukraine's counter-offensive, Russia's strengths and weaknesses & what Kyiv needs for victory
George Barros, Geospatial Intelligence Team Lead and Russia Analyst at the Institute for the Study of War, discusses the Ukrainian counter-offensive, the artillery war, Russian offensive tactics, the role of modern fighter jets, and the state of the Russian Armed Forces.
