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Mar 22, 2023 • 5min
A Different Existential Threat To Ukraine: Population Decline
The Russian invasion has cemented the decision for many couples to opt out of having babies, in a country that struggled with incredibly low fertility rates long before the war.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 21, 2023 • 6min
Can China Serve As A Broker For Peace In The War In Ukraine?
Russia's President Vladimir Putin and China's leader Xi Jinping wrapped up two days of discussions in Moscow with China potentially seeking to serve as peacemaker to end the war in Ukraine.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 20, 2023 • 6min
A Republican Congressman Who Questions Continuing U.S. Support For Ukraine
There is a sharp debate among Republicans over continuing aid for Ukraine. We hear from Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., on why he is skeptical of ongoing U.S. financial support of Ukraine in their fight against Russia.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 17, 2023 • 4min
The International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin
The Russian President is charged with the the war crime of deporting Ukrainian children to Russia.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 16, 2023 • 5min
Giving Ukraine's soldiers some badly needed rest
As Russia's war on Ukraine drags on, traumatized soldiers can recharge at a Western-style healing center in northeastern Ukraine before returning to the frontline.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 15, 2023 • 11min
Russia downs a U.S. drone and rescuing civilians while the bombs fall
A Russian fighter jet clipped a U.S. drone, forcing it to crash in the Black Sea. It is one of the most serious incidents involving U.S. and Russian militaries in and around Ukraine.And a young volunteer from Poland braves artillery barrages to evacuate residents from Bakhmut, the epicenter of recent fighting in Eastern Ukraine.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 14, 2023 • 6min
Are toxic substances from the war contaminating Ukraine's farmland?
Weapons used in the war are leaving behind contamination in Ukraine that will linger for years. We hear from an expert in how landscapes recover from war about what Ukraine's farmers will face once the war is over.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 13, 2023 • 3min
Ukraine mourns a famous war hero
Ukraine's best-known soldier began fighting Russians in eastern Ukraine in 2014, at age 18, forgoing dreams of becoming an artist. He died earlier this week on the same frontline.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 10, 2023 • 3min
Is Russia trying to destabilize Ukraine's neighbor, Moldova?
Researchers warn that Russia is ramping up its efforts to destabilize Moldova through propaganda and false information.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Mar 9, 2023 • 4min
Russia launches a large and deadly missile attack on Ukraine
At least six people died after a barrage of Russian missiles hit targets across Ukraine early Thursday. The attack included an unprecedented number of hypersonic missiles and knocked out power at Europe's largest atomic power station.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
