Ukraine: The Latest

Day 1,114. Today, as Russia signals its intent to reject a ceasefire, we analyse the Kremlin’s objectives – particularly in Kursk – and what they reveal about the next phase of US-Russia negotiations. From the major defense summit in Paris, we bring key insights into new plans for Ukrainian security guarantees. Plus, we break down the evolving strategic landscape and what it means for the future of global security in this pivotal moment in modern history. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Phillips O'Brian (Professor of Strategic Studies at the University of St Andrews). @PhillipsPOBrien on X. Content Referenced: What will Trump do if Russia says no to a ceasefire? (Memphis Barker in The Telegraph): https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/12/donald-trump-russia-putin-no-ceasefire-ukraine-war/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/12/donald-trump-russia-putin-no-ceasefire-ukraine-war/] Document prepared for Kremlin outlines hard-line negotiating stance (Washington Post): https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/03/12/trump-russia-ukraine-negotiations-fsb-document/ [https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/03/12/trump-russia-ukraine-negotiations-fsb-document/] Poland’s president urges US to move nuclear warheads to Polish territory (Financial Times): https://www.ft.com/content/f9e5f2a9-5d81-4557-af6d-ed3a33eecf1a [https://www.ft.com/content/f9e5f2a9-5d81-4557-af6d-ed3a33eecf1a] Hungary threatens to cancel sanctions on 2,000 Russians unless EU exempts Mikhail Fridman (Financial Times): https://www.ft.com/content/8d9a8b40-79fe-4604-bacc-70311620780c?shareType=nongift [https://www.ft.com/content/8d9a8b40-79fe-4604-bacc-70311620780c?shareType=nongift] NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES: The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them, or click the links below. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest [https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest] Learn more about the tech: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/] Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest [http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest] Email: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Day 1,113. Today, we break down the latest updates from Saudi Arabia, where US and Ukrainian officials held intense 8-hour negotiations on a proposed ceasefire deal. Next, we head to Paris, where European Defence Secretaries and military leaders are meeting to discuss the ‘coalition of the willing’ and its impact on Ukraine’s defense strategy. Finally, we explore the future of Ukrainian refugees worldwide—will they ever return home? Contributors: Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Narrative Podcast Producer). @adeliepjz on X. Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. With thanks to Olga Tokariuk. Content Referenced: Telegraph Ukraine Live Blog: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/12/russia-ukraine-peace-talks-zelensky-putin-war-latest-news/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/12/russia-ukraine-peace-talks-zelensky-putin-war-latest-news/] Olga's Report on Ukrainian Refugees for Chatham House: https://www.chathamhouse.org/publications/the-world-today/2025-03/ukrainian-refugees-being-called-home [https://www.chathamhouse.org/publications/the-world-today/2025-03/ukrainian-refugees-being-called-home] NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES: The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them, or click the links below. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest [https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest] Learn more about the tech: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/] Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest [http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest] Email: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Day 1,112. Today, we dive into the aftermath of the largest drone attack on Moscow during the ongoing war, marking a historic moment in the conflict. We explore its implications for the critical discussions between Ukraine and the United States in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, we uncover a revealing story that exposes Russian spycraft tactics and delve into the perspectives of ordinary Russians on the war. Contributors: Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Hayley Dixon (Special Correspondent). @haylesdixon on X. Howard Amos (Journalist and Author). @howardamos on X. Content Referenced: Listen: The tech boss who was Russia’s secret spy (Hayley Dixon's Telegraph investigation): https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/0/listen-the-tech-boss-who-was-russias-secret-spy/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/0/listen-the-tech-boss-who-was-russias-secret-spy/] Ukraine launches largest-ever drone attack on Russia (The Telegraph): https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/11/ukraine-launches-largest-ever-drone-attack-russia/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/11/ukraine-launches-largest-ever-drone-attack-russia/] Ukraine ‘ready to do everything for peace’ in Saudi truce talks (The Telegraph): https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/11/ukraine-russia-war-latest-news-ceasefire-talks-us/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/11/ukraine-russia-war-latest-news-ceasefire-talks-us/] Howard Amos's Book - 'Russia Starts Here: Real Lives in the Ruins of Empire': https://www.amazon.co.uk/Russia-Starts-Here-Lives-Empire/dp/1472991346# [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Russia-Starts-Here-Lives-Empire/dp/1472991346#] NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES: The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them, or click the links below. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest [https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest] Learn more about the tech: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/] Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest [http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest] Email: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Day 1,111. Today, on the military front - Russian forces move forward in Kursk oblast and close in on the town of Sudzha while Ukraine hits another oil refinery in Russia’s Samara oblast and Ukrainian troops made some small advances in the Donbas. Meanwhile, we hear how France’s commitment to defence has played out domestically and we look ahead to several military and defence meetings happening in Paris this week.  Later, we’ll hear an interview with the Governor of Kherson’s oblast, Oleksandr Prokudin, and we dive into the murky world of a Bulgarian spy ring operating in the UK, on behalf of the Kremlin.  Contributors: Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Narrative Podcast Producer). @adeliepjz on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Marion Solletty (Editor At Large @POLITICOEurope). @MSolletty on X. Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @RolandOliphant on X. With thanks to Oleksandr Prokudin (Governor of Kherson’s oblast). Content Referenced: Russia’s push for bridgeheads could leave Ukrainian city split like Berlin https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/08/russias-push-bridgeheads-ukraine-berlin-style-split/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/08/russias-push-bridgeheads-ukraine-berlin-style-split/] JD Vance’s cousin is fighting in Ukraine - Le Figaro https://www.lefigaro.fr/en/world/le-figaro-speaks-with-nate-jd-vance-s-first-cousin-and-a-volunteer-fighter-in-ukraine-20250310 [https://www.lefigaro.fr/en/world/le-figaro-speaks-with-nate-jd-vance-s-first-cousin-and-a-volunteer-fighter-in-ukraine-20250310] Tech boss is Russian spymaster who has led cells across Europe ... and is now on the run. Listen to Hayley Dixon’s journey:  https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/07/marsalek-russian-spymaster-wirecard/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/07/marsalek-russian-spymaster-wirecard/] And read the rest of Hayley Dixon’s investigation:  Russian agents found guilty in Britain’s biggest spy investigation https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/07/russian-agents-found-guilty-britains-spy-ring/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/07/russian-agents-found-guilty-britains-spy-ring/] NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES: The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them, or click the links below. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest [https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest] Learn more about the tech: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/] Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest [http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest] Email: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Day 1,108. Today, Russian forces split Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region and advance towards the border. Meanwhile, Russia targets a Ukrainian gas facility with missiles and drones just after Zelensky calls for a truce on attacks on infrastructure. On the political side, we discuss the consequences of the withdrawal of US intelligence to Ukraine, the French nuclear shield offer, and Russia’s response to the idea of European peacekeeping forces in Ukraine. We also look to Washington for the Hegseth and Healey summit. Lastly, we sit down with Sir Bill Browder and Yuliya Ziskina to discuss why Russian frozen assets should be transferred to Ukraine for defence spending and reparations.  Contributors: Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Narrative Podcast Producer). @adeliepjz on X. Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X. Danielle Sheridan (Defence Editor). @SheridanDani on X. Hamish De Bretton-Gordon (Former British Army Tank Commander). @HamishDBG on X With thanks to Sir William Browder KCMG (Head of Global Magnitsky Justice campaign and author) @Billbrowder on X, and Juliya Ziskina (Senior Legal Fellow at Razom for Ukraine). @jziskina on X. NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES: The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them, or click the links below. Listen here  [https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatest] Learn more about the tech  [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/] Content Referenced: Danielle Sheridan in QWashington DC on the Hegseth-Healy summit https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/06/calling-trump-pro-russia-garbage-hegesth-ukraine/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/06/calling-trump-pro-russia-garbage-hegesth-ukraine/] Hamish De Bretton-Gordon in the Telegraph, ‘Trump is behaving like a businessman, not a Commander-in-Chief’ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/06/trump-behaving-like-businessman-not-commander-in-chief/ [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/03/06/trump-behaving-like-businessman-not-commander-in-chief/] The Telegraph on the US intelligence blackout [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/03/05/how-trump-left-ukraine-blind-without-us-intelligence/] Le Monde’s interview with Oleksyi, commander in an air defence unit near Odesa with US cutting military aid [https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/03/06/fen-un-mercenaire-chinois-au-service-de-la-guerre-de-poutine-en-ukraine_6576734_3210.html] Le Monde on Chinese citizens enrolling in Russian forces [https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2025/03/06/en-ukraine-avec-la-suspension-de-l-aide-militaire-americaine-et-du-partage-de-renseignements-ce-sera-pire-qu-au-debut-de-l-invasion_6576797_3210.html] Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest [http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatest] Email: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.