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There's an outpouring of support over the historic election of the first pontiff from the US. The Federal Aviation Administration has unveiled plans to modernize its aging air traffic control systems. Another shakeup is taking place within the Trump administration. The measles outbreak has reached a worrying milestone. Plus, billionaire Bill Gates has a new plan for his assets.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on Bill Gates giving away almost all of his fortune.

Senator Aric (Eric‑with‑an‑A) Nesbitt says Michigan's tumbling into the bottom‑ten club thanks to Governor Whitmer's spend‑and‑tax spree, busted roads, and a Green New “Scam” that carpets farmland with Chinese solar panels. He warns the state will lose 700 k people over the next generation unless it slams on the progressive brakes and embraces lower taxes, abundant energy, and business‑friendly rules. On the bright side, he touts wins brokered with President Trump—F‑15s for Selfridge, a fast‑tracked Line 5 tunnel, and stricter border security—as proof conservative governance delivers. Running for governor, Nesbitt pitches a back‑to‑basics playbook: fix roads without new taxes, block foreign land grabs, keep energy cheap, and make Michigan the place where people want to live, work, and build again.Quick‑hit takeawaysMichigan in the cellar: Whitmer's policies dragged the state to 43rd/44th in national rankings—broken roads, broken schools, ballooning spend, and a $9 billion surplus “printed away.”Population cliff: Stay the course and Michigan could bleed 700 k residents in 30 years—“poorer, dumber, with fewer opportunities.”Why he's running: Nesbitt frames the 2026 race as a fork in the road: status‑quo decline vs. a pro‑growth reset.Trump partnership wins: Selfridge lands F‑15s and hundreds of jobs; Line 5 tunnel fast‑tracked, securing propane for 400 k homes.Green New “Scam”: Dem energy law will industrialize 300 k farm/forest acres with subsidized Chinese solar panels—angering rural voters and handing the GOP a 2026 rallying cry.Farmland sovereignty: Pledges to block foreign (read: Chinese) land buys that threaten food security.Roads without tax hikes: Fix infrastructure by reprioritizing, not raising taxes.Make‑things‑in‑Michigan agenda: Lower taxes, faster permits, reliable cheap energy, right‑to‑work restored, “capital follows the path of least resistance.”Border & security brag: Cites Trump's 99.98 % drop in illegal crossings, vows to keep momentum.Get in touch: directs voters to NesbittForGovernor.com and social platforms for Q&A and events.

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The new President of Shannon Chamber claims the institution has been "Shannoncentric" and "elitist" in the past. Former Managing Director of Dromoland Castle Hotel, Mark Nolan, has been appointed the new President of Shannon Chamber, succeeding Eoin Gavin of Eoin Gavin Transport who held the office for three years. Nolan has been a director of the chamber of commerce since 2009 and is also the founder of Hallmark Management Limited which undertakes small design and fit-out projects for five-star hotels. He says areas like Newmarket-on-Fergus deserve the chamber's full attention.

AP correspodnent Karen Chammas reports on Microsoft in Europe as transatlantic tensions rise from trade wars.

President Mahama has pledged six months' salary to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (Mahama Cares), a gesture aimed at encouraging benevolent groups to contribute towards supporting the health needs of Ghanaians

The Coalition has pledged to increase defence spending to 3 per cent of GDP if elected. Labor has criticised the lack of detail in the plan. - चुनावमा जित हासिल गरेर सरकारमा गएको अवस्थामा अस्ट्रेलियाको कुल गार्हस्थ्य उत्पादनको (जीडीपी) ३ प्रतिशत रकम रक्षामा खर्चिने गठबन्धनले बाचा गरेको छ। यद्यपि सरकारमा रहेको दल लेबरले भने ठोस योजना बिनाको नीति भन्दै यसको आलोचना गरेको छ।

Labor promises new funds to promote language learning, The UN's food supply in Gaza has run out under Israel's nearly 8-week-old blockade, Ethan Ewing powers into the quarter-finals at the Rip Curl Pro tournament.

The Coalition has pledged to increase defence spending to 3 per cent of GDP, if elected. Labor has criticised the lack of detail in the plan. - Nangako ang Koalisyon ng dagdag na paggastos para sa depensa ng Australia, gagawin itong 3 porsyento ng kung sila'y mahalal sa pwesto. Binatikos naman ng Labor ang kakulangan ng detalye kaugnay ng plano.

The Coalition has pledged to increase defence spending to 3 per cent of GDP if elected. Labor has criticised the lack of detail in the plan.

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Take a Network Break! We start with a red alert for the CVE program, which nearly lost government funding before CISA stepped in, and then raise an alert for a Dpanel vulnerability. Google makes its Cloud WAN available to enterprises and governments that want connectivity options, a US District Court rules Google’s ad business a... Read more »

Take a Network Break! We start with a red alert for the CVE program, which nearly lost government funding before CISA stepped in, and then raise an alert for a Dpanel vulnerability. Google makes its Cloud WAN available to enterprises and governments that want connectivity options, a US District Court rules Google’s ad business a... Read more »

Take a Network Break! We start with a red alert for the CVE program, which nearly lost government funding before CISA stepped in, and then raise an alert for a Dpanel vulnerability. Google makes its Cloud WAN available to enterprises and governments that want connectivity options, a US District Court rules Google’s ad business a... Read more »

Chris Kennelly, Arena Committee Chair of the Northfield Hockey Association, talks about the final fundraising push for the Northfield Ice Arena. The Glenn Hasse family has extended matching donations to May 1. Pledges and donations can be made at northfieldicearena.org.

 Chris Kennelly, Arena Committee Chair of the Northfield Hockey Association, talks about the final fundraising push for the Northfield Ice Arena. Pledges and donations can be made at northfieldicearena.org. 

For review:1. US & Iran Talks in Oman: "Productive and Positive". Both countries agreed to hold a second round next week.2. Rafah cut-off from rest of Gaza between two IDF Security Corridors. The IDF said Rafah was now surrounded by its forces, with the 36th Division holding the Morag Corridor and the Gaza Division operating in the Philadelphi Corridor along the Egypt-Gaza border area.3. US Envoy Steve Witkoff met in St. Petersburg with Russian President Putin for more than 4 hours on Friday. Russian special envoy Kirill Dmitriev as described the talks as "productive". 4. Former US intelligence official (unnamed) told Reuters that Chinese military officers have been present behind Russian lines with Beijing's approval to observe and draw tactical lessons from the war.5. Germany & UK-led Ukraine Defense Contact Group Pledges $23.8 Billion.6. US Senate Confirms New Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff. General Dan Caine's experience includes numerous roles in the special operations community, director of joint operations and training on the Joint Staff, and — most recently — three years as the CIA's associate director for military affairs before his retirement in 2024. General Caine is also a former F-16 pilot.7. US Secretary of Navy John Phelan pledges a focus on shipbuilding and expanding the industrial base.8. Upcoming US Navy Submarine and Aircraft Carrier efforts are facing delays.The lead Columbia-class submarine vessel (USS District of Columbia SSBN-826), is 12-18 months behind schedule.The future aircraft carrier (USS Enterprise CVN-80), is estimated to be 28 months behind schedule, with delivery now anticipated to be in the 2028-29 timeframe. 

What does it mean to pledge allegiance to Jesus over earthly governments? Craig is joined by Jason Porterfield, author of Fight Like Jesus: How Jesus Waged Peace Throughout Holy Week, to explore the complex relationship between Christianity and the state. They address four topics often considered "too political" but essential for Christians seeking to faithfully follow Jesus's teachings, encouraging believers to examine where their true allegiance lies.  Point by point, Craig and Jason discuss: Jesus spoke of the kingdom of God. The Gospels speak of giving one's pistis (allegiance) to Jesus. The New Testament writers declared Jesus, not Caesar, to be Lord. The early church refused to display any national flag. Through personal stories, biblical insights, and looking to early Christian perspectives on political involvement, the pair trace how government influence has shaped the church and consider what that means for believers today. Key Topics that come up in the conversation:

What is the best mindset book you've ever read? How woo-woo would you consider yourself? Today's top story is The Kickstarter PLOT Thickens. Question of the week is What is the best mindset book you've ever read? How woo-woo would you consider yourself? Join the Sell More Books Show Afterparty group on Facebook and answer the Question of the Week in the comment section. Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

A Toronto hospital network has a plan to recruit the best and brightest medical scientists from the U.S. and around the world, as funding cuts and layoffs put a chill on research south of the border. Matt Galloway discusses what Canada stands to gain with Kevin Smith, president and CEO of University Health Network; and Brad Wouters, UHN's executive vice-president of science and research.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- In response to the Trump Administration's reciprocal tariff, the S&P 500 fell nearly 1% on Monday—and is now down 14% over the last three days of trading. It has lost more than $5 trillion in value since the beginning of last week. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has declined by more than 20% from its recent high, entering correction territory. 3:30pm- On Monday, President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office. During the meeting Trump answered numerous questions from the press—many regarding tariffs and the U.S. economy. Netanyahu pledged to eliminate the trade deficit between the U.S. and Israel and reduce tariffs on U.S. imports to 0%. 3:50pm- China has vowed to place an additional 34% tariff on U.S. imported goods—matching the tariffs the Trump Administration announced against Chinese-made products. In a post to Truth Social, Trump warned that if China retaliates, he will impose an additional 50% tariff on their goods effective on April 9th. Trump continued: “Negotiations with other countries, which have also requested meetings, will begin taking place immediately.” Weekday afternoons on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Rich Zeoli gives the expert analysis and humorous take that we need in this crazy political climate. Along with Executive Producer Matt DeSantis and Justin Otero, the Zeoli show is the next generation of talk radio and you can be a part of it weekday afternoons 3-7pm.

The government promises to advocate for a pay rise for the lowest-paid Australians... the U-N dismisses Israeli claims about the amount of food available in Gaza... and a former senator is the new boss of the Australian Olympic Committee

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HHS Head RFK Jr. Pledges To Stop Secretive Geoengineering/Weather Control Programs! Plus, Trump Outraged After Zelensky Pulls Out Of Minerals Deal! Meanwhile, Musk Goes On The Road To Stop The Democrat Plan To Destroy Social Security

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Europe's defence posture is evolving rapidly — but is the pace of change sustainable? In this episode, IISS experts examine global and regional defence spending trends, the EU's emerging industrial initiatives and the implications of Germany's policy shift. Host Meia Nouwens is joined by Fenella McGerty, Ester Sabatino and Ben Schreer to discuss whether current trends represent a pivot in European strategic capability or if policy ambition will be constrained by economic and political realities. Key themes include: Drivers behind global and European defence spending increases The EU's ReArm Europe Constraints on joint procurement and industrial scalability Germany's budget shift and prospects for sustained leadership Geopolitical uncertainties and potential disruptors We hope you enjoy the episode and please follow, rate and subscribe to Sounds Strategic on the podcast platform of your choice. Date of Recording: 24 March 2025 The podcast is recorded and produced by the IISS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris rips into hyped investment pledges—UAE ($1.4T), Saudi Arabia ($600B), Hyundai ($20B), and more—calling them photo-op BS. From Foxconn's $10B Wisconsin flop to Trump's “secured” deals, he warns: don't buy it ‘til the check clears! www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

President Trump makes a pivot from Bitcoin to stablecoins in his latest policy statements. Reality check: stablecoins now account for over 50% of all crypto settlement volume, with Tether becoming the 7th largest holder of US Treasuries globally. We break down how stablecoins are being used in emerging markets, why Tron dominates the stablecoin landscape despite centralization concerns, and what this means for Bitcoin's relationship with the traditional financial system. Notes: - Tether is 7th largest buyer of US treasuries globally - Stablecoins now 50% of all crypto settlement volume - Tether holds $113 billion in treasuries - Tron handles ~40% of stablecoin transactions - Tether earns ~$4 billion yearly on Treasury yields - Trump now promoting stablecoins for dollar dominance Check out our Bitcoin scaling conference! Visit opnext.dev to learn more. Timestamps: 00:00 Start 00:34 Trump video 03:09 Reaction 06:53 Tether buying treasuries 11:08 Other stablecoins 17:35 Arch Network 18:05 The Tether Eye of Sauron 20:10 Who's using stablecoins 22:18 Where are stablecoins traded? 26:31 Volume of all crypto transactions compared 32:33 A realistic view -

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has reiterated the country's commitment to openness and global collaboration, saying China will further expand market access for foreign investors.

The Hazing From Hell, LA Frat Kills Another Student By “Accident” Authorities in Baton Rouge have announced two more arrests in the death of Caleb Wilson, a 20-year-old Southern University student who died after being repeatedly punched during an alleged off-campus fraternity hazing ritual. Police said Tuesday that 25-year-old Kyle Thurman and 28-year-old Isaiah Smith have been charged with felony criminal hazing in connection with the fatal incident. Wilson, a junior studying mechanical engineering, died in late February. Last week, investigators arrested 23-year-old Caleb McCray on charges of criminal hazing and manslaughter. Police allege that McCray punched Wilson four times before the pledge collapsed, became unresponsive, and appeared to experience a seizure. Surveillance footage reviewed by law enforcement shows Smith removing Wilson from his vehicle and taking him to a hospital. According to a police arrest warrant affidavit, the group initially told medical staff that Wilson had collapsed while playing basketball at a park, then left before officers arrived. Baton Rouge Police Department Chief Thomas Morse Jr. said Wilson died as a “direct result” of the hazing. Smith, who held the title “Dean of Pledges,” was allegedly in charge of overseeing the ritual. Authorities say he turned himself in on Tuesday. Smith's attorney, Franz Borghardt, emphasized that his client is not accused of making physical contact with Wilson and that no one was aware of any underlying medical conditions the student might have had. “This was a freak accident; we're not talking about force-feeding alcohol,” Borghardt said. “To be sure, everyone in that fraternity cares about Caleb. Our hearts go out to the Wilson family.” While both Smith and Thurman allegedly participated in punching some of the nine pledges, they are not described in police affidavits as having hit Wilson. The hazing took place at a warehouse owned by Smith's father, Todd Smith, who has not responded to requests for comment. Thurman could not be reached, and no information about legal counsel for him was immediately available. Phillip Robinson, McCray's attorney, said his client is innocent and urged the public to refrain from judgment. In Louisiana, hazing can be prosecuted as a felony under the 2018 Max Gruver Act, which carries penalties of up to a $10,000 fine and five years in prison when serious injury or death results. Organizations and educational institutions may also face penalties under the act. Omega Psi Phi, the fraternity Wilson was pledging, could face civil penalties. A spokesperson said the organization is cooperating with authorities. The campus chapter of the fraternity has been suspended, and Greek life organizations at Southern University have been barred from taking on new members for the remainder of the academic year, according to President Dennis Shields. Wilson, a passionate trumpet player in Southern University's renowned band, was honored with a well-attended vigil in early March. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Authorities in Baton Rouge have announced two more arrests in the death of Caleb Wilson, a 20-year-old Southern University student who died after being repeatedly punched during an alleged off-campus fraternity hazing ritual. Police said Tuesday that 25-year-old Kyle Thurman and 28-year-old Isaiah Smith have been charged with felony criminal hazing in connection with the fatal incident. Wilson, a junior studying mechanical engineering, died in late February. Last week, investigators arrested 23-year-old Caleb McCray on charges of criminal hazing and manslaughter. Police allege that McCray punched Wilson four times before the pledge collapsed, became unresponsive, and appeared to experience a seizure. Surveillance footage reviewed by law enforcement shows Smith removing Wilson from his vehicle and taking him to a hospital. According to a police arrest warrant affidavit, the group initially told medical staff that Wilson had collapsed while playing basketball at a park, then left before officers arrived. Baton Rouge Police Department Chief Thomas Morse Jr. said Wilson died as a “direct result” of the hazing. Smith, who held the title “Dean of Pledges,” was allegedly in charge of overseeing the ritual. Authorities say he turned himself in on Tuesday. Smith's attorney, Franz Borghardt, emphasized that his client is not accused of making physical contact with Wilson and that no one was aware of any underlying medical conditions the student might have had. “This was a freak accident; we're not talking about force-feeding alcohol,” Borghardt said. “To be sure, everyone in that fraternity cares about Caleb. Our hearts go out to the Wilson family.” While both Smith and Thurman allegedly participated in punching some of the nine pledges, they are not described in police affidavits as having hit Wilson. The hazing took place at a warehouse owned by Smith's father, Todd Smith, who has not responded to requests for comment. Thurman could not be reached, and no information about legal counsel for him was immediately available. Phillip Robinson, McCray's attorney, said his client is innocent and urged the public to refrain from judgment. In Louisiana, hazing can be prosecuted as a felony under the 2018 Max Gruver Act, which carries penalties of up to a $10,000 fine and five years in prison when serious injury or death results. Organizations and educational institutions may also face penalties under the act. Omega Psi Phi, the fraternity Wilson was pledging, could face civil penalties. A spokesperson said the organization is cooperating with authorities. The campus chapter of the fraternity has been suspended, and Greek life organizations at Southern University have been barred from taking on new members for the remainder of the academic year, according to President Dennis Shields. Wilson, a passionate trumpet player in Southern University's renowned band, was honored with a well-attended vigil in early March. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has unveiled a new plan to help fight the city's homeless crisis and help those with mental health or substance abuse issues. Lurie is calling the initiative 'Breaking the Cycle.' How is this different from what past mayors have proposed? For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Patti Reising spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Trump went after political enemies during a Justice Department speech.

Markets rebounded after recent losses.

Tesla (TSLA) is down 50% since hitting its all-time high in December. Now, CEO Elon Musk has pledged to double U.S. production, giving a boost to its stock this morning. Jenny Horne discusses the long road ahead Tesla still needs to take. Kevin Green later joins to talk about the latest tariff developments. He also turns to a Reuters report saying TSMC (TSM) is calling on Nvidia (NVDA) and other chipmakers to take over Intel's (INTC) foundry business.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Take a Network Break! This week we’re joined by guest analyst Tom Hollingsworth of The Futurum Group. We start with red alerts from Broadcom on multiple vulnerabilities and an emergency patch from Cisco for its Webex platform. In tech news we discuss SolarWinds’ acquisition of Squadcast and how it fits into the SolarWinds portfolio, Aviatrix’s... Read more »

Take a Network Break! This week we’re joined by guest analyst Tom Hollingsworth of The Futurum Group. We start with red alerts from Broadcom on multiple vulnerabilities and an emergency patch from Cisco for its Webex platform. In tech news we discuss SolarWinds’ acquisition of Squadcast and how it fits into the SolarWinds portfolio, Aviatrix’s... Read more »

Take a Network Break! This week we’re joined by guest analyst Tom Hollingsworth of The Futurum Group. We start with red alerts from Broadcom on multiple vulnerabilities and an emergency patch from Cisco for its Webex platform. In tech news we discuss SolarWinds’ acquisition of Squadcast and how it fits into the SolarWinds portfolio, Aviatrix’s... Read more »

Special Episode - Amy's Story.    The podcast "Raw Truth: Stories of Female Infidelity" will be ceasing new episodes at the end of October 2024,and Patreon exclusives, at the end of 2024. However, previously published episodes will continue to be accessible to new listeners, allowing them to still engage with the content. Thank you for all your support over the years. Patreon https://www.patreon.com/join/3602165? Pledges start $4/mo pledge (plus applicable tax) gets you bonus episodes of what the men went through when they found out their wife/partner was cheating, early access ad free regular episodes and my bloopers where you will hear lots of swear words - ha ha!  Please note that if you are an Apple user, Apple is now charging a premium for using the Patreon app.  If you can sign up and stream online, or you are an android user, I believe you will not have to pay the additional fee per month.  Contact Email: rebecca.rawtruth@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------- Music provided by: Introduction Song: Everything You Thought You Knew Was a Myth Artist: Unknown Ending Song: Smooth 03 Artist: Unknown License Purchase or donation for other music www.envato.com www.freesound.org

President Donald Trump is expected to make the case for his sweeping domestic and foreign policy plans during his first address to Congress tonight. We breakdown what a trade war could mean for Americans. A judge thwarted the Trump administration's attempt to fire the chairwoman of a critical agency. The president of the Palestinian Authority has pledged elections for the first time in nearly two decades. And HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. weighs in on vaccinations amid a growing measles outbreak in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:   First, could the United States turn to privateers to bring the fight to South America's drug cartels? We'll explore the unconventional idea being floated in some corners of Congress, and the potential dangers of a return to legal piracy. Later in the show, as the U.S. appears to step back in its support of Ukraine, European leaders are doubling down, announcing plans to authorize a billion-dollar arms package for Kyiv at an emergency summit next week. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friedrich Merz, the winner of Germany's election, vowed to give Europe “real independence” from America as he prepared to cobble together a coalition.

Day 1,090.Today, just as the Munich Security Conference ends, two new summits begin: in Saudi Arabia – where the US will enter peace talks with the Russians – and in Paris, as European prime ministers and defence secretaries scramble to forge a collective position. Meanwhile, attacks continue in Ukraine and Russia, and we interview again the 2022 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize at Munich.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.James Rothwell (Berlin Correspondent). @JamesERothwell on X.With thanks to Oleksandra Matviichuk (Head of the Center for Civil Liberties - Ukraine). @avalaina on X.Content Referenced:Potentially putting Britons in harm's way is a huge responsibility – but we must be ready to do our bit for Europe (British PM Keir Starmer in The Telegraph)The Telegraph Live Blog of today's developments:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/02/17/ukraine-russia-war-starmer-paris-latest-news/This is how Ukraine's war ends. But Trump's plan for what comes next is even more radical (Roland Oliphant in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/02/16/sir-keir-starmer-british-troops-ukraine/Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Day 1,087.Today, as the Munich Security Conference tops a critical diplomatic week for Ukraine, we examine the latest political manoeuvres, talk to the UN Senior Mine Action Advisor in Ukraine, and hear the latest on the underground war being waged in the occupied territories.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Dr. Jade McGlynn (War Studies Department of King's College). @DrJadeMcGlynn on X.With thanks to Paul Heslop (Senior Mine Action Advisor for the United Nations in Ukraine). @UNDP on X.Content Referenced:Munich Security Conference Live Blog (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/02/14/russia-ukraine-zelensky-putin-war-latest-news-munich/How Trump's Russia-Ukraine peace plan blindsided Europe (The Times):https://www.thetimes.com/uk/defence/article/nato-trump-ukraine-russia-peace-plan-gscjfhpm5Europe must respond to Trump ‘electroshock', says Macron (The Financial Times):https://www.ft.com/content/1ee43b51-9d3a-47d2-adf6-3315c38e1c38Trump has put the ball back in Putin's court on Ukraine (Lawrence Freedman in The Financial Times):https://www.ft.com/content/c81e2b9f-2ff5-4282-9f5a-8fa1a5b794daSam Greene's Analysis:https://x.com/samagreene/status/1890172987024027709Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.