Podcasts about Ukraine

Trump ran as the anti-establishment wrecking ball. Two years back in Washington, he is the establishment — and Indiana voters know it. In this episode, Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the first real battle in the war for the soul of the Republican Party: Trump-backed challengers eating incumbents in a state Mike Pence used to own, while libertarian-leaning Hoosiers tell canvassers they don't want Washington's thumb on the scale, no matter whose thumb it is. The bigger story sits just outside the frame: 40% of Indiana is independent, locked out of a closed primary, and that's where the real action is for 2026 and 2028. From there, Paul looks two weeks down the road at Thomas Massie — the Kentucky congressman Trump is spending extraordinary political capital trying to destroy over Epstein files, deficit hawkishness, and opposition to a new Iran war. Is there still a place for a Massie or a Don Bacon inside the GOP, or does the independent lane finally crack open? Then Paul takes the case of Senator Mark Kelly to MSNBC: a decorated Navy combat veteran, astronaut, and Armed Services Committee member that Pete Hegseth is trying to demote for reminding troops they can refuse illegal orders. It's a direct attack on free speech for two million military retirees and a chilling signal to every active-duty service member watching. This is what the angry middle is up against — and why staying vigilant isn't optional. -WATCH full video of this episode here.  -Join IVA and stand up to Trump's Forever Wars. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today Justin sits down with Kirillo Alexandrov. Kirillo grew up in the United States, but moved to Kherson, Ukraine in 2018. In April 2022, following the Russian invasion and occupation of eastern Ukraine, Kirillo was taken prisoner. He was held for 37 days on charges of espionage, but was rescued by a small privately funded team led by Brian Stern. After a harrowing 20-hour journey across Ukraine, Kirillo crossed into Poland before safely returning to the United States. He's here to discuss his capture, detention, and rescue, which resulted in indictments of four Russian service members by the Department of Justice on charges of war crimes. Connect with Kirillo: Instagram: @thecactuswatch Substack: @thecactuswatch Connect with Spycraft 101: Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here. spycraft101.com IG: @spycraft101 Shop: shop.spycraft101.com Substack: spycraft101.substack.com Patreon: Spycraft 101 Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here. Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here. Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Deutsche Nachrichtendienste gelten als fleißig und technisch kompetent – aber auch als bürokratisch und stark reglementiert. Doch das soll sich ändern: Die deutsche Politik plant einen einzigartigen Umbau des BND und anderer Nachrichtendienste. Sie sollen schlagkräftiger werden und fähiger. Nur kaum einer bekommt es mit. In dieser 11KM-Folge – live vom ARD Sounds Festival – erzählt Investigativjournalist Jörg Diehl, was diese stille Zeitenwende der Inneren Sicherheit für die Freiheit jedes Einzelnen bedeutet und von welchen operativen Befugnissen die deutschen Nachrichtendienste träumen: heimliche Hausdurchsuchungen oder etwa Sabotageakte im Ausland. Bekommen deutsche Agenten etwa die Lizenz zum Töten? Jörg Diehl leitet die Recherchekooperation von NDR, WDR und Süddeutsche Zeitung und recherchiert seit mehr als 20 Jahren zu Sicherheitsthemen und Nachrichtendiensten. Diese 11KM-Folge wurde am 9. Mai 2026 live beim ARD Sounds Festival in Nürnberg aufgezeichnet. Alle Updates und Entwicklungen zum Bundesnachrichtendienst BND findet ihr auf tagesschau.de: https://www.tagesschau.de/thema/bnd In dieser früheren 11KM-Folge blickt Florian Flade auf “70 Jahre BND: Wie sich der Bundesnachrichtendienst verändern muss”: https://1.ard.de/11KM_70_Jahre_BND Hier gibt's einen Deep Dive mit der 11KM-Folge “BND-Reform: Ein bisschen mehr James Bond?”: https://1.ard.de/11KM_BND_Reform An dieser Folge waren beteiligt: Hosts und Folgenautor:innen: Elena Kuch und David Krause Mitarbeit: Marc Hoffmann Produktion: Fabian Zweck Planung: Laura Stuhlmacher, Nicole Dienemann und Hardy Funk Distribution: Kerstin Ammermann Redaktionsleitung: Yasemin Yüksel und Fumiko Lipp 11KM: der tagesschau-Podcast wird produziert von BR24 und NDR Info. Die redaktionelle Verantwortung für diese Episode liegt beim NDR.

Israeli airstrikes have continued in Lebanon despite the ceasefire - we report from the site of a residential building in Saksakiyeh hit in the latest barrage. Hezbollah is retaliating with attacks inside Israel and against troops occupying southern Lebanon. Also: Péter Magyar becomes Hungary's new prime minister after 16 years of Viktor Orbán's rule; Russia's Victory Day is marked with muted celebrations amid the Ukraine war; Indonesian authorities crack down on an alleged online gambling ring; Australia's far-right One Nation party wins its first parliamentary seat; scientists call for New Orleans residents to evacuate as climate change drowns the US city; Iran sets out conditions for its participation in the men's football World Cup; and our boxing reporter weighs in on the epic Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois fight.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

Andrew S. Weiss, a former White House Russia expert and author of Accidental Czar, joins Brian Kilmeade to pull back the curtain on the Kremlin. They discuss the "black box" of Vladimir Putin's inner circle, the disturbing reports of Russia aiding Iranian missile attacks on U.S. bases, and the future of the war in Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special edition of CyberWire Daily's 10th anniversary series, N2K CyberWire's Maria Varmazis and Dave Bittner discuss cybersecurity geopolitics and warfare that have been in the news over the past 10 years. We begin our conversation around the supply chain malware from the destructive NotPetya campaign out of Russia, then Maria and Dave highlight: Olympic Destroyer disrupting the Pyeongchang Games, CozyBear's SolarWinds espionage campaign, the Colonial Pipeline ransomware disruption, Russia's full invasion of Ukraine paired with Viasat hack, Iranian hackers attacking ICS devices at water treatment plants in Israel, and China's VoltTyphoon and SaltTyphoon intrusions in critical sectors. Join us as we reflect on the escalation from election interference and disruption, to espionage and ransomware as national security crises, to integration in kinetic war,and now expansion into space, with AI-driven defenses and NATO codifying cyber as a collective defense domain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White House wants you to believe the Iran war is winding down. A one-page memo. A ceasefire. A market bump. But missiles are still flying on both sides, an Apache just lit up six speedboats, and the regime that murdered tens of thousands of its own people — and 13 Americans — is still very much in charge. Paul Rieckhoff sits down for a no-BS solo briefing on Trump's Iran framework, the four goals the administration set on day one, and why only one of them — eliminating Iran's Navy — looks anything like accomplished. This is the analysis the cable shows won't give you: where is the enriched uranium, who actually wins if sanctions get lifted and U.S. forces pull back, and why the Iranian regime is openly betting it can wait Trump out the way insurgents waited out America in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Paul lays out the strategic picture, the political incentives behind spiking the ball early, and the one barometer that will actually tell us whether this ended in a win — the Iranian people themselves. If you're in the Angry Middle and tired of being sold easy answers about forever wars, this one is for you. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Join IVA and stand up to Trump's Forever Wars. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At least seven people were killed by Israeli strikes in Lebanon, according to health officials Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leon Panetta, former Defense Secretary and CIA director under President Obama, joins Dasha Burns to assess the U.S. conflict with Iran, warning that unclear objectives, a closed Strait of Hormuz and uncertain nuclear negotiations could leave the U.S. stuck in a prolonged war. Plus, Panetta defends President Biden's handling of the Israel/Gaza conflict but says Biden “should have been much tougher” in providing weapons for Ukraine. Leave us a voicemail or shoot us a text with your questions for our first anniversary special: 202-643-1536.

“It's outrageous because these nuclear plant facilities were certified by the International Atomic Energy Agency as purely peaceful facilities. The inspectors, they spent, there, a lot of time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Iran is the most verifiable country, thousands of inspections. The agency knows everything about what is going on.” BBC journalist Farnaz Ghazizadeh speaks to Mikhail Ivanovich Ulyanov, Russia's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna, about the collapse of diplomacy over Iran's nuclear programme and whether negotiations can still be rescued. With decades of experience in disarmament and nuclear negotiations, Ulyanov insists Iran's nuclear programme is already among the most heavily monitored in the world, and argues concerns over the programme have been exaggerated. Now, as conflict in the region intensifies, Russia is offering to act as a mediator. The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC, including episodes with Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky, and Antonio Guterres, Secretary General of the UN. You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Presenter: Farnaz Ghazizadeh Producers: Osman Iqbal Editor: Damon Rose and Justine Lang Get in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.(Image: Mikhail Ulyanov. Credit: Reuters)

Passengers begin disembarking the hantavirus-hit cruise ship near Tenerife and are transferred to quarantine. Russian President Vladimir Putin says the war in Ukraine may be "coming to an end" as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire holds. Iran says it's sent its response to a U.S. peace proposal. A car bomb and ambush kill at least 14 police officers in Pakistan. Plus, false health rumors spreading on social media have fueled mob attacks in the Democratic Republic of Congo Watch the latest On Assignment episode: A conversation with Pulitzer winners Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.  Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.  You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robin discusses the all-but-forgotten tragedy of Ukraine, and Russia's war. Guest: Sara Cincurova, on-the-spot reporter who focuses on rape.

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« La voie de la négociation est plus utile et plus douce que celle des armes. » Voilà ce que disait l'un des négociateurs de Louis XIV. Mais l'actualité récente, qu'elle nous emmène en Iran, au Venezuela ou en Ukraine, nous pousse à nous demander si la diplomatie est morte. Ou bien si elle prend d'autres formes… Soumises aux réseaux sociaux, tributaires de plus en plus d'intérêts privés, et semblant balayées d'un revers de main par un président américain qui cultive l'unilatéralisme comme une force. Question que l'on posera à nos invités : Guillaume Devin, professeur émérite des universités à Sciences Po, membre associé du CERI, auteur de Notre système international. Une approche politique des relations internationales, éditions Le Cavalier Bleu.  Nicolas Normand, ancien ambassadeur de France au Mali, au Congo-Brazzaville et au Sénégal. Auteur du Grand livre de l'Afrique : Chaos ou émergence au sud du Sahara ? (Eyrolles). Marc Pierini, ancien ambassadeur de l'Union européenne et chercheur à Carnegie Europe, auteur de Deux générations en guerre – Mémoires familiales pour comprendre le retour de la guerre en Europe, autoédité.

Un reportage dans les pages du Nouvel Obs suit le quotidien de Vassyl Savych, rédacteur en chef du Bulletin de l'Aube, qui livre son hebdomadaire chaque semaine en ukrainien, à quelques kilomètres de la ligne de front avec l'armée russe. Au fur et à mesure que l'article se déroule, la tournée prend forme : « à l'arrière du véhicule, une cargaison inattendue : rien qui ne puisse sauver une vie, rien qui ne puisse en ôter une. » Des exemplaires de l'hebdomadaire local, que Vassyl distribue lui-même dans les villages de première ligne. « Le journal ne lui rapporte plus rien, explique le Nouvel Obs, mais pour les habitants qui n'ont pas fui, il s'agit parfois de la seule information fiable de la semaine ». Le rédacteur en chef se rend dans des villages proches du front,« désormais hors des circuits postaux et humanitaires. La plupart se trouvent dans la zone de la mort », raconte le Nouvel Obs, qui évoque les visages familiers, et les sourires fugaces des gens que Vassyl salue chaleureusement, avant de reprendre le volant, tout en scrutant le ciel pour vérifier qu'aucune drone russe ne patrouille. « Pour les quelques habitants de ces villages, résume l'article, sa venue vaut davantage que les nouvelles qu'il apporte : la preuve que le monde extérieur demeure, et que la guerre n'a pas tout englouti. » Matthieu Pigasse, le millionnaire de gauche qui s'impose dans le paysage politico-médiatique français « À un an de la présidentielle, l'homme d'affaire cherche à peser dans le débat, appelant au rassemblement de la gauche. Au point d'avoir des ambitions élyséennes ? » s'interroge La Tribune Dimanche, qui lui consacre un portrait dans ses pages.  « Sans invitation et sans mandat électoral, il se rêve un rôle d'influence à gauche, et pourquoi pas même un destin présidentiel. Dès lors, il multiplie les rencontres avec les cadres des partis : Olivier Faure, Clémentine Autain, et se vante d'être "copain" avec Mélenchon », précise le Point.  Mais « au sein des partis, peu connaissent réellement le personnage, tempère La Tribune Dimanche, tous le saluent de s'être engagé dans la bataille culturelle contre l'extrême droite. » Car c'est là le cœur de son action depuis plusieurs années :« Hanté par le 21 avril 2002, quand le leader du Front national Jean-Marie Le Pen s'était qualifié au second tour de l'élection présidentielle, le financier s'investit de plus en plus dans la lutte contre l'extrême droite et la droite radicale. Et met ses médias, dont Radio Nova, au service de ce combat », résume Le Nouvel Obs.  Le sommet Africa Forward s'ouvre ce lundi au Kenya « Pour la première fois, un sommet Afrique - France est organisé dans un pays non francophone, remarque Le Nouvel Obs, face au déclin de son influence au Sahel, puis en Afrique de l'Ouest, Paris mise sur les puissances anglophones. » « Le choix du Kenya ne doit rien au hasard, analyse l'hebdomadaire, le pays offre une stabilité politique, une économie dynamique, et surtout il représente l'avantage de ne pas avoir de passif colonial avec la France, et donc pas de contentieux mémoriel. » « Au-delà de l'économie, la France cherche à renforcer la coopération sécuritaire, tout en démilitarisant son approche. Après le traumatisme sahélien, l'heure est à une coopération de défense centrée sur la formation et le renseignement », poursuit le journal, avant de rappeler que Paris a signé un accord de défense en octobre 2025 avec Nairobi. Ces IA qui nous veulent du bien, parfois trop « L'IA, au moins, elle me comprend », voilà quelque chose que vous avez peut-être pensé en votre fort intérieur, s'il vous arrive parfois de vous confier à une IA conversationnelle. C'est aussi le ressenti partagé par l'une des personnes interrogés par La Croix hebdo sur le sujet, qui en a d'ailleurs fait le titre de son dossier.  Une retraité en froid avec sa famille, une jeune femme préoccupée par l'état de son couple, ou encore un trentenaire en proie à l'anxiété : tous utilisent l'IA comme une « béquille existentielle », constate le journal, en lui confiant quotidiennement leurs inquiétudes et leurs états d'âme. Et l'IA abonde toujours dans leur sens : « Elle m'écoute, elle n'est pas là pour me contrarier », raconte par exemple Monique, âgée de 92 ans.  « L'IA est programmée pour aller dans notre sens. À force d'échanger avec elle sur le mode de la confidence, on risque de désapprendre certains savoirs sociaux, met en garde la philosophe Anne Alombert dans les colonnes de La Croix, et notamment, le fait de savoir composer avec l'autre, avec sa différence, et surtout de savoir s'enrichir de cela. » « Le problème est que le chatbot valide des croyances potentiellement erronées et peut encourager des comportements à risques comme l'isolement social, au lieu d'orienter vers un professionnel de santé », s'inquiète Le Point. Plus grave, il peut fournir des informations inexactes.  « Plus on entraîne le chatbot à être chaleureux et amical, plus il a tendance à donner des réponses incorrectes, a du mal à corriger les fausses vérités, voire les théories du complot énoncées par l'utilisateur », précise à l'hebdomadaire Luc Rocher, auteur d'une étude sur le sujet.  Le Point conclut par une ultime mise en garde : « À trop vouloir confier ses états d'âme, on en oublie qu'une IA n'en a pas grand chose à faire, aussi chaleureuse soit-elle. » 

Russian President Vladimir Putin said the war in Ukraine was nearing an end on the first day of a United States-brokered ceasefire, despite mutual accusations of violations. Editor of New Voice of Ukraine Euan McDonald told Mike Hosking, "Putin makes these statements occasionally but, what we haven't seen really, is any major change in the situation. "So there's not really any evidence that the war could be coming to an end. In fact, it actually seems to be escalating a bit." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A ceasefire is supposed to be in place in Ukraine and Russia, with US President Donald Trump hoping it can be extended and end the four year old war. However, Ukrainian officials say that at least three people have been killed over the past 24-hours by Russian drone strikes. Paul was joined by Emmanuelle Chaze from Kharkiv for the latest.

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Hello everyone! We're going into #TheUpdate vault to play one of our many episodes throughout our many years of the show. For today's episode, we go into the world of Year 5 of The Update. When we first started this then-show at WKRB in 2017, the first year had a lot of things going on. Donald Trump's first year in office, mass shootings worldwide, and the Great American Solar Eclipse to name just a few. In Year 5, it was more of the same. There was the Russian war in Ukraine, more mass shootings in America, and the overturning of Roe V. Wade to name just a few that we'll mention. But also, after more than two years out on the road, we made our way to a new studio at UD Team in the summer of 2022. Oh, and one last thing- be on the lookout for some WKRB highlights as we looked back on five years of memories.

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin says the Ukraine war may be over soon. Attacks have been intensifying in recent weeks. Stalemate on the battlefield is increasing political pressure for an end. So could the conflict be entering its final phase? In this episode: Dmitry Polyanskiy, Ambassador and Permanent Representative, Russian Federation to the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe. Bob Seely, Former Member, UK Parliament. Ben Aris, Founder and Editor-in-chief, bne IntelliNews. Host: James Bays Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

President Trump says a short truce between Russia and Ukraine was agreed at his request. They've also each pledged to release 1,000 prisoners-of-war. The deal coincides with Russia's commemorations marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in the Second World War. A big parade in Moscow's Red Square has been scaled back, with no tanks or missiles. Also: Britain's prime minister, Keir Starmer, is facing renewed pressure after his governing Labour Party was battered in English local elections and suffered a historic defeat in Wales; the Trump administration has released a first batch of previously secret files documenting reported sightings of unidentified flying objects - or UFOs; thousands take part in the Palestine marathon three years after it was put on hold due to the Gaza war; and a royal message for the naturalist David Attenborough on his 100th birthday.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

At 93, Paul Biya is the oldest head of state in the world. In June he will have been the leader of Cameroon for 44 years and is currently serving his eighth consecutive term. It was announced in April that for the first time in Biya's leadership, the position of vice-president would be created in the country. This new post has drawn attention to the lack of certainty within Cameroon over who will take over from Paul Biya once he is no longer in office. BBC Africa's Paul Njie is from Cameroon himself and has been looking into the story. A Thai drag performer has won the latest series of the television show RuPaul's Drag Race: UK versus The World. Gawdland is the first Thai winner of the all-star series and also the first non-native English speaker to take the title. Her triumph took some by surprise, but for fans of Drag Race, she's seen as a trailblazer for East Asian drag queens. Panisa Aemocha of BBC Thai explains what makes Gawdland such a stand-out performer. Like anyone forced to leave their home country against their will, Russians who've sought asylum abroad face a variety of painful realities. Besides homesickness and the challenges of adapting to a new country, they also cannot safely return home to visit loved ones. For many years, exiled Russians could reunite with Russian family and friends in a wide variety of European and other countries, including the Baltic states. But as the rift between Russia and the rest of Europe deepend in the wake of the war in Ukraine, visa restrictions changed, leaving Russians with only a small handful of countries in which they could meet people from home. Recently, an exiled Russian man in his twenties, Sasha, planned and filmed a unique reunion with Russian friends. BBC Russian's Tatiana Kovtun tells Sasha's story and discusses the online response. The Fifth Floor is at the heart of global storytelling on the BBC World Service, bringing you the best stories from journalists in the BBC's 43 language services. We're here to help you make sense of the stories making headlines around the world; to excite your curiosity and to get to grips with the facts.   Recent episodes have investigated Russia's youth armies and how they make soldiers of Ukrainian children; featured the BBC team who were the first journalists to the site of the Nigerian school kidnappings and reflected the effects of internet blackouts in Iran, Uganda and India.   If you want to know more about Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, and the legacy of Hugo Chavez; or how Vladimir Putin's network of deep cover spies operates; or why Donald Trump signed an executive order granting white South Africans asylum in the US, we have all those stories and more. Presented by Faranak Amidi. Produced by Laura Thomas and Caroline Ferguson (Photo: Faranak Amidi. Credit: Tricia Yourkevich.)

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The U.S. military conducted retaliatory strikes against Iran after U.S. Central Command said Iranian forces “launched multiple missiles, drones and small boat” attacks against U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyers. This happens just a day after President Trump said Iran is most likely to accept a deal to end the conflict within a week. Officials insist the war isn't restarting and the ceasefire remains in place, but where will negotiations lead? FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Ambassador Kurt Volker, Distinguished Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). former Special Representative for Ukraine, who says with changing objectives and no guarantee of regime change, negotiations face many obstacles. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russia's annual Victory Day parade in Moscow coincided with a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, announced by President Trump. President Zelensky ordered his forces not to target the event, which commemorates the defeat of Nazi Germany. It was much scaled back this year because of the war, with no armoured vehicles or ballistic missiles on display. Also in the programme: Hungary's new parliament is meeting, heralding a shift in direction under the new prime minister; and the Venice Biennale art exhibition starts today, with calls for boycotts of artists from Russia and Israel - but not everyone agrees. (Photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a ceremony as the country marks the 81st anniversary of the victory in World War II. Credit: Alexander Nemenov/ EPA/Shuttershock)

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Kate Adie introduces stories on Vladimir Putin's declining popularity, peace protests in Japan, Serbia's anti-corruption anger, and how Canadian robots are patrolling the Arctic.The Kremlin has recently increased security measures around President Vladimir Putin after a string of assassinations of top Russian military figures. This comes as the president has retreated from public view, as the economic impact of Russia's war in Ukraine continues to bite. Steve Rosenberg observes the shift in the country's moodJapan has taken a major step away from its post-war pacifist stance, lifting long-standing restrictions on arms exports. The government says it's a necessary step in an increasingly tense region - but it's raising alarm and in recent weeks there have been protests in major cities across the country. Kurumi Mori reports from Tokyo.Serbia has also been experiencing a series of protests over the past year – fuelled by anger over alleged government corruption. They began in November 2024 following the collapse of a train station roof in the northern city of Novi Sad, which killed 16 people. Jill McGivering has been to Belgrade to meet a woman whose tragic loss put her at the centre of the political crisis.Governments around the world are increasingly investing in military robots, as the nature of modern warfare evolves. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an investment of $32bn in Arctic defences, where robotic surveillance technology is being put to the test in icy temperatures. David Baillie has been following one of the trials, but finds human expertise is still far from obsolete.Series Producer: Serena Tarling Production Coordinators: Katie Morrison and Sophie Hill Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith

A U.S.-brokered, three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine begins, as Moscow marks WWII Victory Day with a scaled-back parade. Virginia's Supreme Court strikes down a Democratic congressional map, while Louisiana's redistricting battles roiling early voting. Reform UK emerges as the big winner in British local elections. Plus, the fate of LIV Golf's players after Saudi Public Investment Fund pulls funding. Watch the latest On Assignment episode: A conversation with Pulitzer winners Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.  Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.  You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a 3-day ceasefire and a 1,000 per side prisoner exchange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sir Keir Starmer insists he won't step down following his party's heavy election losses in England, Wales and Scotland — but one former minister says she'll try to trigger a leadership contest next week if no-one in the Cabinet comes forward. Also: President Putin watches a scaled-back Victory Day parade in Moscow as a three day ceasefire with Ukraine begins. And British nationals on board the cruise ship at the centre of the hantavirus outbreak are to be taken to a Merseyside hospital.

Militärparade ohne militärisches Gerät in Russland zum Gedenken an Sieg der Sowjetunion über Nazi-Deutschland, Ukraine und Russland werfen sich gegenseitig Verstöße gegen Waffenruhe vor, Peter Magyar in Ungarn zum Regierungschef gewählt, Koalition sucht nach Scheitern der Entlastungsprämie nach weiteren Möglichkeiten für Bürgerinnen und Bürger, Protesttag will auf "Long Covid" aufmerksam machen, Passagiere sollen nach Hantavirus-Ausbruch in Teneriffa Kreuzfahrtschiff verlassen können, Ergebnisse des 33. Spieltags der Fußball-Bundesliga, Fußballerinnen des FC Bayern München bekommen Meisterschale überreicht, Hamburg feiert 837. Hafengeburtstag, Das Wetter Hinweis: Die Beiträge zum Thema "Bundesliga" dürfen aus rechtlichen Gründen nicht auf tagesschau.de gezeigt werden.

President Donald Trump on Friday announced that Russia and Ukraine will be engaging in a three-day-long ceasefire, along with a prisoner swap. The president said the ceasefire would take place on May 9, May 10, and May 11, which coincides with the Russian Victory Day holiday on May 9.The Department of War released its first batch of UFO-related documents that had been slated for public release. The files include footage of unidentified flying objects and flying discs documented between June 1947 and July 1968.New Jersey says it is monitoring two residents who were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus after that individual departed from the cruise ship MV Hondius. The residents were not passengers on the ship, and the potential exposure occurred during air travel abroad.

Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven: Gary Marcus, AI researcher and author of Rebooting AI: Building Artificial Intelligence We Can Trust, joins America at Night with McGraw Milhaven to discuss the growing legal and political battle over the future of artificial intelligence. Marcus explains why he believes the fight over regulation, corporate control, and public trust may ultimately determine the “soul” of AI and how the technology shapes society in the years ahead. Kellie Meyer, NewsNation White House Correspondent, provides the latest insight from Washington after Russia agreed to a ceasefire with Ukraine. Meyer discusses how officials inside the White House are interpreting the move—whether it signals a meaningful shift toward diplomacy or a temporary pause tied to Russia's upcoming Victory Day celebrations. Bonnie Carroll, founder and president of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) and the surviving spouse of Brigadier General Tom Carroll, joins the show to discuss the organization's work supporting military families who have lost loved ones in service to the nation and the ongoing need for community and national support. Scott Bolden, NewsNation political contributor and former chair of the D.C. Democratic State Committee, breaks down the escalating national fight over redistricting, including the recent Virginia Supreme Court ruling and what it could mean for future elections across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Hold Your Fire!, Richard is joined by Olga Oliker, Crisis Group's European Security director, to discuss the latest developments in Ukraine, more than four years into full-scale war with Russia. They talk about the mood in Kyiv, recent battlefield dynamics and how Ukraine's military continues to adapt as the war grinds on. They discuss the fallout from the war in the Gulf, including pressure on global missile interceptor stocks and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's diplomatic outreach to Gulf Arab states. They also unpack domestic politics in Ukraine and Russia, including growing criticism of President Vladimir Putin from nationalist circles and Moscow's anxiety around Victory Day. They also look at Putin's call for a ceasefire, seemingly motivated by fear that Ukrainian strikes will disrupt Victory Day celebrations. For more, check out our Ukraine page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spanish authorities and the W-H-O prepare for a high — stakes evacuation as a cruise ship hit by a deadly virus nears the Canary Islands. A fragile three—day ceasefire takes hold in Ukraine as Vladimir Putin marks a scaled—back Victory Day in Moscow. Three men, including two Canadians, are in U.S. custody after New York State Police intercepted a shipment of 89 firearms allegedly bound for the Canadian border. Three men convicted of first—degree murder in the 2022 killings of an elderly Abbotsford couple. A Frontier Airlines flight was forced to evacuate on a Denver runway late last night after striking a pedestrian during takeoff. Indonesia's finance minister sparks a regional row after suggesting a new toll for ships in the Strait of Malacca.A sellout crowd makes history in Toronto as the WNBA's first Canadian team makes a dramatic debut.

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Moscow marks Victory Day amid a three-day cease fire agreement with Ukraine. AP correspondent Jennifer King has more.

Militärparade ohne militärisches Gerät in Russland zum Gedenken an Sieg der Sowjetunion über Nazi-Deutschland, Ukraine und Russland werfen sich gegenseitig Verstöße gegen Waffenruhe vor, Peter Magyar in Ungarn zum Regierungschef gewählt, Koalition sucht nach Scheitern der Entlastungsprämie nach weiteren Möglichkeiten für Bürgerinnen und Bürger, Protesttag will auf "Long Covid" aufmerksam machen, Passagiere sollen nach Hantavirus-Ausbruch in Teneriffa Kreuzfahrtschiff verlassen können, Ergebnisse des 33. Spieltags der Fußball-Bundesliga, Fußballerinnen des FC Bayern München bekommen Meisterschale überreicht, Hamburg feiert 837. Hafengeburtstag, Das Wetter Hinweis: Die Beiträge zum Thema "Bundesliga" dürfen aus rechtlichen Gründen nicht auf tagesschau.de gezeigt werden.

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The U.S. military conducted retaliatory strikes against Iran after U.S. Central Command said Iranian forces “launched multiple missiles, drones and small boat” attacks against U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyers. This happens just a day after President Trump said Iran is most likely to accept a deal to end the conflict within a week. Officials insist the war isn't restarting and the ceasefire remains in place, but where will negotiations lead? FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Ambassador Kurt Volker, Distinguished Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). former Special Representative for Ukraine, who says with changing objectives and no guarantee of regime change, negotiations face many obstacles. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In den Zeitungen geht es um die zwischen Russland und der Ukraine vereinbarte Waffenruhe und Chinas Rolle im Iran-Krieg. Zunächst aber Kommentare zu den Kommunal- und Regionalwahlen in Großbritannien. www.deutschlandfunk.de, Internationale Presseschau

Mea Culpa welcomes back our good friend Norm Eisen. There's nothing going on in politics today that Eisen doesn't have an educated opinion about. Eisen is a CNN Legal Analyst.  And the founder and executive chair of “States United Democracy Center”, a nonpartisan organization advancing free, fair, and secure elections. Eisen served as special counsel to President Barack Obama on ethics. In that role, he was dubbed “Mr. No” and the “Ethics Czar” because he's well known for his strict anti-corruption approach to governance. Eisen is also active with the Brookings Institute and other groups working to expose the myriad of ways Trump and others like him broke the law and attempted to overturn the 2020 election. Eisen is also working with the Brookings Institute to help Ukraine recover and thrive once Putin's war has ended. So, let's go now to my conversation with Norm Eisen. Michael and Morm really dug into the indictment and all the other Trump cases on the horizon.

The US says it struck Iranian military facilities after Iran targeted American warships crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran claims the US was violating the ceasefire. President Trump says the ceasefire is still intact. Also: Russia prepares to celebrate Victory Day amid fears Ukraine may launch a drone attack. Fashion companies prepare for the introduction of strict new sustainability laws in Europe. We take a closer look at the US immigration crackdown. Protests in Japan over the lifting of restrictions on arms exports. And the British wildlife film maker, David Attenborough, celebrates his 100th birthday.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

Anatol Lieven analyzes reports of Vladimir Putin operating from bunkers to avoid precision strikes. He discusses Ukraine's emergence as a "drone war startup" and the resulting economic strain. Lieven notes that while the frontline remains frozen, Russian public support for the conflict is beginning to crumble. (10/16)1938 HITLERJUGEND

SCHEDULE OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 5-7-2026.1945 BERLIN.Ian Buruma discusses his book Stay Alive, focusing on his father Leo's 1943 decision to enter mandatory labor in a Berlin factory to protect his parents from Nazi retaliation. The narrative explores Berlin's transition from a striving capital into a city facing bombings, malnutrition, and lice. (1/16)Ian Buruma describes Joseph Goebbels as a master propagandist who used entertainment to distract Berliners from wartime horrors. He explains "unpolitical" as a psychological justification for ignoring Nazi atrocities. The segment also details the complex Nuremberg racial laws used to systematically categorize and persecute Jewish populations. (2/16)Ian Buruma defines the wartime greeting "Stay Alive" and profiles resistors like von Moltke. He discusses jazz guitarist Coco Schumann, who survived Auschwitz by playing in a band while others were executed. The segment also covers the Wannsee Conference, where the "final solution" was organized. (3/16)Ian Buruma details the "U-boats," young Jews living clandestine lives in Berlin without legal papers. He describes the city's descent into lawlessness following the defeat at Stalingrad. Survival became transactional, relying on the goodwill or opportunism of strangers in a society where Hitler was the law. (4/16)Ian Buruma examines the failure of strategic bombing to break civilian morale, which instead fostered solidarity. He recounts his father's letters from a Berlin labor barracks, describing the harsh conditions of malnutrition and vermin. He also highlights diaries showing how individuals navigated the criminal regime. (5/16)Ian Buruma discusses the moral dilemmas of survival, focusing on Stella Kübler, who betrayed other Jews to save her parents from Auschwitz. He asserts that information about the Holocaust was widely available via the BBC and soldiers' letters, meaning that for many Berliners, ignorance was a choice. (6/16)Ian Buruma recounts the final months of the war, dominated by Goebbels' "death cult" propaganda and the film Colberg. He describes the trial of resistor von Moltke, who stood up to the sadistic judge Roland Freisler, and the eventual bombing of the court that killed the judge. (7/16)Ian Buruma details the Soviet occupation of Berlin, characterized by mass looting and rape. He tracks the fates of his book's protagonists: his father Leo narrowly escaped execution by a Russian soldier, while resistance leader Borchardtwas tragically killed by a stray shot after liberation. (8/16)Anatol Lieven analyzes China's diplomatic strategy, noting Beijing's desire for a Trump-Xi summit despite Middle Eastern conflicts. China aims to manage trade tariffs and stabilize Taiwan relations, believing that U.S. involvement in external wars may ultimately weaken American alliances in Asia and strengthen China's regional standing. (9/16)Anatol Lieven analyzes reports of Vladimir Putin operating from bunkers to avoid precision strikes. He discusses Ukraine's emergence as a "drone war startup" and the resulting economic strain. Lieven notes that while the frontline remains frozen, Russian public support for the conflict is beginning to crumble. (10/16)Rick Fisher reveals China's plans to double the size of the Tiangong space station by 2030. He warns of its military dual-use potential, suggesting the station and Shuntan telescope could serve as orbital "battle stations" for surveillance or strikes, providing China with a significant new strategic deterrent. (11/16)Rick Fisher explores the militarization of the Moon, citing Chinese interest in lunar radar and "moon hoppers" for resource discovery. He describes a technological competition with the U.S. involving nuclear power plants, lasers, and satellite constellations intended for both peaceful research and potential offensive or defensive combat. (12/16)Veronique de Rugy critiques government-matched savings plans like the "Trump IRA." She argues these technocratic fixes add to the national debt without addressing core tax code flaws. She highlights how high penalties for early withdrawals and payroll taxes effectively discourage lower-income workers from saving for the future. (13/16)Jim McTague examines the AI boom, noting the high valuation of DeepSeek and its use of black-market chips. He discusses a lawsuit against Character AI for unlicensed medical advice and the economic impact of data centers, which provide local tax revenue but consume significant real estate. (14/16)Ken Croswell describes the Milky Way's structure as a barred spiral galaxy. He explains that the central bar exerts massive gravitational force. This gravity has trapped billions of "Trojan stars" into two vast whirlpools, similar to how Jupiter's gravity captures Trojan asteroids in its orbit. (15/16)Ken Croswell details the discovery of the "Hercules stream," stars resonating with the galaxy's central bar. He notes that as the bar's rotation slows, there is a 20% chance Earth's solar system will join this "exclusive club" of Trojan stars in two billion years, changing our galactic position. (16/16)

Leon Panetta, former Defense Secretary and CIA director under President Obama, joins Dasha Burns to assess the U.S. conflict with Iran, warning that unclear objectives, a closed Strait of Hormuz and uncertain nuclear negotiations could leave the U.S. stuck in a prolonged war. Plus, Panetta defends President Biden's handling of the Israel/Gaza conflict but says Biden “should have been much tougher” in providing weapons for Ukraine. Leave us a voicemail or shoot us a text with your questions for our first anniversary special: 202-643-1536. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices