Best Theodora Louloudis Podcasts (2024)

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Russia arming drones with thermobaric 'lung-busting' warheads 30:45

32m ago30:45

30:45

Day 986. Today, as Moldova resists alleged Russian meddling in Sunday's presidential vote, we report on how Russia is arming drones with thermobaric 'lung-busting' warheads, according to a leading Forensic Research Institute. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Corresponde…

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South Korea 'may supply arms directly to Kyiv' & Ukraine's First World War 56:05

13m ago56:05

56:05

Day 983. Today, we discuss the North Korean general sent to lead troops in Ukraine, hear the latest from Georgia, and consider the impact of the First World War on Putin’s worldview, and how the treaty that ended the battles of the Eastern Front serves as a warning for today. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnl…

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North Korean troops fighting for Russia will 'return in body bags’, US envoy says 53:43

1h ago53:43

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Day 982. Today, further to updates on the front and in the political realms, we are joined by Danylo Mokryk, a war crime reporter, and Evan Williams, a multi-award winning producer and director, about their recent documentaries on the subject of war crimes. A warning: today's episode features graphic descriptions. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (As…

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Labour’s big budget 1:00:46

20h ago1:00:46

1:00:46

As Labour unveils their first budget in 14 years, the rocket beams in for a bumper Budget special with not one but two stowaways! But what do the rocket’s incumbents make of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s first big fiscal challenge. Former Prime Minister Liz Truss explains why she thinks Chancellor Rachel Reeves might have ‘turbo charged taxes’ and cou…

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Kyiv calls up 160,000 and Chechen dictator Kadyrov boasts of 'human shields' 50:54

1d ago50:54

50:54

Day 981. Today, as Ukraine announces a mobilisation drive to get another 160 thousand people into uniform we report how Russia is continuing to use chemical substances on the frontline, and we hear live from a cyber security expert in Kyiv about how the unseen war online is progressing. Contributors: Dom Nichols (Associate Editor). @DomNicholls on …

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Pentagon lets Ukraine fire on North Koreans with US Arms 50:52

16h ago50:52

50:52

Day 980. Today, we assess reports of Russian progress in Donetsk, hear live from Tbilisi as protestors crowd the streets following the weekend’s contested election, and hear from our correspondent who was on the ground at the BRICS summit in Russia. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. James Rothwell (Be…

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Over 6000 Russian dead in Kursk, claims Kyiv & Putin 'steals' Georgian election 41:56

3d ago41:56

41:56

Day 979. Today, further to the latest military developments, we do a deep dive into the election in Georgia over the weekend, and what the result there means not only for the future of democracy in that country, but the potential ramifications for the West as a whole. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X.…

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Ukrainian 'prisoner soldiers' enter the fray in the Battle of Donbas 48:12

6d ago48:12

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Day 976. Today, as Putin admits Russia is working with North Korea, we look at several investigations into Moscow’s interactions with terrorist groups, and consider the former Ukrainian prisoners released to fight on the front lines. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor…

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Putin hails 'new world order' & Moscow shifts gears in Donbas warzone 50:42

6d ago50:42

50:42

Day 975. Today, as Russia shifts its battlefield priority in the Donbas, we hear how Putin has proclaimed the start of a new “world order” as his allies rushed to sign up to a Kremlin-led economic club at a summit in Russia. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor).…

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Planet Normal Live Special at the Battle of Ideas 1:22:05

6d ago1:22:05

1:22:05

This episode was recorded live at the Battle of Ideas Festival in London on 20th October 2024 In this very special episode of Planet Normal, the rocket beams in live from the Battle of Ideas Festival featuring not one, but two very special stowaways.. Sociologist and social commentator, Professor Frank Furedi shares his thoughts on how we can tackl…

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South Korea threatens to send military units to Kyiv & 'vital' new UK-German defence pact signed in London 49:11

7d ago49:11

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Day 974. Today, we offer a broad strategic overview of the military situation, consider the new defence pact between Britain and Germany, and return to the BRICS summit in Russia, where the UN Secretary General arrives amid a storm of criticism. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Asso…

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Ukraine's new AI drones & 'dismay' as UN head António Guterres agrees to attend Russian summit 44:47

8d ago44:47

44:47

Day 973. Today, as Putin gathers world leaders in Russia, we ask why the UN General Secretary is on the guest list, and – further to the battlefield updates – consider the implications of artificial intelligence being used in the next generation of drones. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nic…

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NATO asks South Korea for intelligence on North Korean special operations forces 42:51

15d ago42:51

42:51

Day 972. Today, as another Russian oligarch dies in mysterious circumstances after falling from a window, we analyse quite how good the North Korean soldiers apparently on their way to Ukraine actually are. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. James Rothwell (Berlin Correspondent). @JamesERothwell on X. W…

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Zelensky says Kyiv needs 'nukes or NATO membership' & North Koreans 'desert' Ukraine frontline 1:17:20

12d ago1:17:20

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Day 969. Today, as President Zelensky leaves EU leaders with his call for more urgent action, we speak to a former British Defence Secretary about the impact of having North Korean soldiers fighting in Europe. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnl…

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Ukraine's 'Iron General' Zaluzhny shares his reflections & Moscow's Special Forces Training Center chief 'gunned down in the street' 54:29

13d ago54:29

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Day 968. Today, as President Zelensky takes his five-point victory plan to the European Council in Brussels, we assess comments by his former head of the armed forces, now ambassador to London, Valery Zaluzhny, and get an update on how Ukrainian children are studying in ‘bunker schools’. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence).…

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Rachel and the blackhole 57:06

14d ago57:06

57:06

The countdown to Labour's first Budget is on, but what do your co-pilots make of the new Chancellor's plans? Brace yourselves it's another news Tsunami… Liam isn’t convinced Labour’s plan for growth will strengthen up the public finances and believes a more prudent approach to spending is needed. Allison agrees and is concerned if they increase Nat…

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Zelensky unveils 'victory plan' & interview with an attack drone commander 1:03:24

14d ago1:03:24

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Day 967. Today, as Zelensky finally announces his ‘victory plan’ to Parliament, we assess fast-moving military developments as Ukraine faces pressure on multiple fronts, and sit down with a 29-year-old commander of a frontline attack drone unit. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Roland Oliphant (Senio…

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Ukrainian town resembles 'desert planet' after Russian assault & the view from frontline troops 48:37

15d ago48:37

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Day 966. Today, we report on the destruction being wrought amid intense fighting in Donetsk, consider new indications of what is in Zelensky’s “victory plan”, and hear a sobering assessment of the current situation on the battlefield. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Edito…

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Zelensky claims North Korea is sending troops to Russia 57:38

16d ago57:38

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Day 965. Today, we report on Volodymyr Zelensky's claim that North Korea is sending troops, as well as weapons, to Russia. Fierce fighting continues in Toresk as Ukraine seeks to contain Russia's attacks in Donbas. And Vladimir Putin woos Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian as Moscow and Tehran tighten their alliance. Contributors: Roland Oliphant (Senior For…

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50,000 Russian troops had to be redeployed to Kursk, claims Kyiv & preserving culture in Ukraine 47:48

19d ago47:48

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Day 962. Today, further the latest military and political updates, we hear from a colleague of Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, who has reportedly died in Russian captivity, and from representatives of the British Council to discuss the work of their organisation on the ground in Ukraine. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Ed…

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House-to-house fighting rages in Donetsk & exclusive interview with US Ambassador to Moscow during the invasion 58:07

25d ago58:07

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Day 961. Today, we report accounts of house-to-house fighting in Donetsk, discuss Zelensky’s impromptu tour of key European capitals, and hear extraordinarily candid reflections from Washington’s most senior man in Moscow at the time of the full-scale invasion. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. James …

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The two Tory horse race 1:01:07

21d ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Fresh from a shock elimination in the Tory leadership race, your co-pilots deliver their verdict on the latest results from the now two horse race. And did co-pilot Pearson really influence the result? One year on from the shocking 7th October attack in Israel, the rocket reflects on Allison’s recent dispatch to Israel and welcomes Brendan O’Neill …

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What the failed Russian nuclear test tells us about Putin's missile forces 48:57

21d ago48:57

48:57

Day 960. Today, we look at why Kamala Harris isn't talking about Ukraine, and hear from a missile-technology expert about what Russia's recent failed (and very expensive) missile test might mean for arms control and strategic ability. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Tony Diver (US Editor). @TonyDiver o…

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Chaotic fighting in the Donbas & Norway's attitudes to its neighbour 39:45

28d ago39:45

39:45

Day 959. Today, we report on chaotic fighting in the Donbas town of Torestsk as Russia continues its grinding offensive there, Vladimir Putin announces a surprise summit with Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian in a move that could further enmesh the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, and hear from Oslo about why the Norwegian government is cuttin…

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'Surge' in executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war suggests it is ‘Russian policy’, prosecutor general says 38:06

23d ago38:06

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Day 958. Today, after yet more long-range Ukrainian strikes against Russian targets, we hear that as executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian troops have allegedly surged this year, as a top Kyiv official warns it could indicate a shift in Moscow’s policy. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Rol…

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David's Final Episodes: World War II - Hitler, Stalin & Ukraine 46:27

25d ago46:27

46:27

In today's special episode David Knowles speaks to historian, author and podcaster James Holland (@James1940 on X) about the Eastern Front in the Second World War. This was recorded and edited by David shortly before his sudden passing. The Second World War was catastrophic for Ukraine: millions died in the fighting and occupations, the battles tha…

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New ‘dragon drone’ destroys Russian tank with molten thermite 54:24

26d ago54:24

54:24

Day 955. Today, we discuss the Pentagon’s verbal contortions as it explains where and when the US will shoot down Iranian missiles - plot spoiler: Israel now, Ukraine never - and speak to the author of a new book explaining how the Russian Orthodox Church became a vital force in Putin’s existential war against Ukraine. Contributors: Dominic Nicholl…

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America's developing attitudes to Ukraine & excerpts from David Knowles's funeral in London 43:08

27d ago43:08

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Day 954. Today, in a special episode, we discuss battlefield updates, hear from our correspondent in Washington on America's developing attitudes to Ukraine, and remember David Knowles on the day of his funeral with speeches and readings from his family and colleagues. Contributors: Gareth Corfield (Transport Correspondent). @GazTheJourno on X. Joe…

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Robert Jenrick on his Tory leadership bid 1:07:59

28d ago1:07:59

1:07:59

The rocket beams in live from the Tory Party Conference in Birmingham this week and there’s no shortage of melodrama to dissect as the Party gears up to elect its new leader. Fastening their seat belt alongside your co-pilots this week is leadership contender and previous stowaway, Robert Jenrick MP for Newark, who shares his hopes for the party sh…

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Russia claims Ukrainian stronghold of Vuhledar 'has fallen' & join us for David Knowles's funeral 47:58

1M ago47:58

47:58

Day 953. Today, as Kyiv denies they'll make any territorial compromises in the search for peace, we hear the story from Georgia where upcoming elections could well point the country in an orbit away from Russia. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnl…

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Geolocated footage reveals new battles in Kherson & will Ukraine get its own national cemetery? 44:11

29d ago44:11

44:11

Day 952. Today, we consider the precarious situation in the Ukrainian city of Kherson, hear the latest on the political tribulations in Europe and beyond, and reflect on calls for Ukraine to have its own national cemetery. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence).…

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Drone strikes destroy Russian depot 'only hours' after key Iranian missile delivery 46:28

30d ago46:28

46:28

Day 951 Today, we report how the latest Ukrainian strikes inside Russia can be seen from space and discuss a bipartisan congressional paper that says the US should fundamentally revisit the post-Cold War status quo in its relations with Russia. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Assoc…

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Pentagon announces ‘massive’ military aid package & reviewing Russian rockets with former NASA Astronaut Terry Virts 1:01:18

1M ago1:01:18

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Day 948. Today, further to updates from the war zone, we look at the new military aid package announced by the US for Kyiv, discuss the upcoming meeting between President Zelensky and Donald Trump, and review Russian rockets and the battle for space with a former commander of the International Space Station. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistan…

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Exclusive interview with former Counselor of US State Department Eliot A. Cohen & Phillips O'Brien, Professor of Strategic Studies at St Andrews 1:03:21

1M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Day 947. Today, following the usual military and political updates in this major week, we talk to two of the most high profile analysts of the war about their new report into how rectifying systematic failures in Western analysis and intelligence is vital for preventing future conflict. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @Fr…

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Conference season chaos 1:03:08

1M ago1:03:08

1:03:08

**Some of Alison's reporting contains descriptions you may find distressing With Conference season in full swing, what do your co-pilots make of the PM’s latest speech slip up at the Party’s Conference? Liam thinks Starmer’s speech failed to set the room alight as much as previous Labour PM Tony Blair would have done. And Allison shares some moving…

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Donbas city “now being flanked” by Russian forces 38:42

1M ago38:42

38:42

Day 946. Today we hear how the Ukrainian city of Vuhledar is now at great risk of becoming encircled and discuss whether the increasingly fiery exchanges in the United Nations will have any impact. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @RolandOliphant on X. Con…

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Russian missiles and drones ‘shot down in droves’ & military memories of WWII veterans 54:24

1M ago54:24

54:24

Day 945. Today, military and political battlefields align as President Zelensky fights to persuade world leaders to support Kyiv further while his country faces new bombardments, and – later in the episode – the team share memories of their time in the military talking to veterans of the Second World War, and reflect on what it will mean for soldie…

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Zelensky signs shells at US ammunition factory & "critical" UN summit begins 53:36

1M ago53:36

53:36

Day 944 Today, as he heads to Washington, we look at President Zelensky’s 4-point peace plan and hear from Berlin as Chancellor Scholz survives an electoral challenge from left and right. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Roland Oliphant…

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Russia fails to break through in Kursk & assessing two years of economic warfare to cripple Moscow 56:59

1M ago56:59

56:59

Day 941 Today, we look at the latest developments on the frontline; Russian opposition leader Vladimir Kara Murza insists a democratic Russia is possible - as long as the West helps Ukraine win the war; and a leading financial journalist takes us inside the Economic war, the West’s sanctions on Russia, and the Kremlin’s attempts to outfox them. Con…

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Kursk counter-offensive continues & new munitions funnelled to Ukraine from India 42:21

1M ago42:21

42:21

Day 940: Today, we assess the latest military manoeuvres in Kursk, look at how Indian munitions are finding their way into Ukraine, and consider the latest in Ukrainian politics and culture. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Svitlana Mor…

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Tom Tugendhat on his bid for Tory leadership 1:16:50

1M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Strapping into the rocket of right thinking this week for a Planet Normal exclusive is Tory leadership hopeful Tom Tugendhat who shares the reasons why he thinks he can carry the party back to power in five years, and why he wants to get the selection process completed as soon as possible to lead an effective opposition. Whilst co-pilot Pearson is …

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Ukraine attack on Russian missile depot triggers mini earthquake & Moscow’s espionage war in the Arctic 52:02

1M ago52:02

52:02

Day 939. Today, we discuss an enormous explosion as Kyiv strikes a Russian military depot, hear about Moscow’s hybrid war in the Arctic, and receive an update on the state of the Kursk operation and the munitions race. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @Do…

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EU to lend Ukraine “billions” regardless of US 32:03

2M ago32:03

32:03

Day 938. Today, we report on how the EU has said it will send billions of euros in aid to Ukraine, regardless of US commitment, and we hear from a Ukrainian journalist about her hometown of Odesa. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @RolandOliphant on X. Vikt…

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New breakthrough in Kursk as Ukraine captures garrison town 52:43

2M ago52:43

52:43

Day 937. Today, we analyse last weekend's Yalta European Strategy (YES) conference, report on another Ukrainian incursion into Russia, and hear from Central Asia where German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is taking his first visit to the region. Articles Referenced: Planning for a Post-American NATO (Phillips P. O’Brien and Edward Stringer in Foreign Affa…

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Crunch talks in Washington over Storm Shadow missiles & UK diplomats expelled after engaging in ‘classic British espionage’ 49:22

2M ago49:22

49:22

Day 934. Today, we consider the crunch talks taking place in Washington over Storm Shadow missiles, the decision by Moscow to suddenly expel British diplomats, and assess Putin’s latest threats to an emboldened West. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X. Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @Ro…

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Russian counter-offensive tried to ‘bisect’ Ukrainian troops & US promises to do 'whatever necessary' for Kyiv 40:16

2M ago40:16

40:16

Day 933 Today, we report on Russia’s counter attack in Kursk and are live in Poland with the Telegraph's Political Editor Ben Riley-Smith, who has been with the US Secretary of State and British Foreign Minister in Kyiv. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @Fran…

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Winter fuel woes 1:04:54

2M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Autumn is slowly coming into view on the rocket of right thinking and the words on everyone’s lips are ‘winter fuel payments’. Labour won their round in the Commons but your co-pilots aren’t impressed with the party’s latest policy decisions. The Chancellor claims this decision is for the good of the economy, however Liam thinks that it doesn’t mat…

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US-UK poised to permit firing British Storm Shadow missiles into Russia 52:11

2M ago52:11

52:11

Day 932 Today, we hear on the ground from the battlefields of the Donbas, consider the breaking reports that the US and UK are – at last – about to give Kyiv permission for long range strikes deeper into Russia with Storm Shadow missiles, and discuss the outline of the Western strategy for a possible peace. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate…

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Russia gets deadly new ballistic missiles from Iran & David Knowles, creator of Ukraine: The Latest, dies aged 32 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

Day 931 Today, we hear the latest battlefield and diplomatic updates and are live from the Foreign Office following the visit of US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. And we report on the international coverage of the death of our dear friend David Knowles. Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Francis Dear…

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9th September 2024 7:46

2M ago7:46

7:46

Today, a sad update from the Ukraine: The Latest team. We will continue our regular updates from tomorrow, 10th September. If you would like to contact the programme, email ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Music by Taras Kompanichenko: https://www.facebook.com/taras.kompanichenko/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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