Ukraine: The Latest

Ukraine: The Latest

The world’s #1 most listened-to podcast on the Russia-Ukraine war.


Trusted by over 140 million listeners, every weekday The Telegraph’s award-winning team provides breaking news and expert analysis on military strategy, weaponry and the geopolitics of Vladimir Putin vs. Volodymyr Zelensky. And ask: where does Donald Trump fit in?


From frontline reporting and battlefield analysis to deep dives on military strategy, sanctions, energy markets, and global security, we cover the latest war updates alongside history, economics, culture, and daily life in Ukraine and Russia. Featuring expert insight on weapons systems, cyber warfare, humanitarian issues, and what happens next, it is widely considered the go-to source for understanding the conflict.


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This episode examines the shifting geopolitical landscape, beginning with updates on trilateral peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi and reports of modified Russian weaponry targeting infrastructure. The discussion explores the potential for US disengagement from European security leadership and the resulting pressure on NATO's architecture and European defense policies. The episode also covers rising tensions in the Black Sea, Latvia's recent accusations of genocide against Russia, and Moldova's progress toward energy independence. A live event segment features a tense confrontation with a Russian embassy press officer, debating topics such as hybrid warfare, the legitimacy of military strikes on civilian targets, and the state of freedom of speech.

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Jared Kushner said the question we get asked the most from the Europeans is, are the Russians and President Putin really ready for peace? From what Steve and I have heard from him, that's Putin, we can say very strongly we believe so. under the right conditions.

00:02:15 · The host reports on Jared Kushner's assessment regarding Russia's potential readiness for peace negotiations.

They are consequently devastating if fired at urban areas populated by civilians, which, as they're not going anywhere on the ground, is what Russia has been specifically targeting in recent months.

00:05:12 · The segment describes the danger posed by new Russian thermobaric drones to civilian populations.

Latvia... has just accused Russia of genocide against Ukrainians at the emergency meeting it organised yesterday.

00:20:02 · This highlights a significant diplomatic shift where Latvia officially used the term 'genocide' to describe Russian actions.

But we call it liberation. Liberation of people who think differently. You see?

00:38:24 · The press officer justifies the invasion of Ukraine as an act of liberating Russian-speaking populations.

It was quite unsettling, as you say, to be faced with a very young man, clearly at the beginning of his career, and to think, wait, this is actually representative of an aggressive country that is committing war crimes.

00:50:11 · The speaker describes the internal conflict of interacting with a diplomat from a nation accused of war crimes.

Episodios

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US demands a seat for Europe as Ukraine peace talks resume after 9 months & a Russian diplomat speaks to us for the first time

This episode examines the shifting geopolitical landscape, beginning with updates on trilateral peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi and reports of modified Russian weaponry targeting infrastructure. The discussion explores the potential for US disengagement from European security leadership and the resulting pressure on NATO's architecture and European defense policies. The episode also covers rising tensions in the Black Sea, Latvia's recent accusations of genocide against Russia, and Moldova's progress toward energy independence. A live event segment features a tense confrontation with a Russian embassy press officer, debating topics such as hybrid warfare, the legitimacy of military strikes on civilian targets, and the state of freedom of speech.

10 nov. 2026
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Russian data leak reveals 'staggering' death toll in Ukraine

This episode of 'Ukraine, the latest' examines significant developments in the war, including a major Russian data leak revealing over 450,000 casualties and recent Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian infrastructure. The discussion covers the upcoming peace talks in Abu Dhabi, analyzing Russia's delegation composition and President Trump's comments regarding his potential role in ending the conflict. The episode also features an interview with former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, who discusses the state of US-Ukrainian relations, geopolitical tensions, and the strategic importance of military strength. The conversation concludes with a focus on the necessity of political unity and national interest during wartime to ensure Ukraine's eventual victory.

09 nov. 2026
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Trump and Putin plot ‘big, beautiful’ deal for Europe

This episode of Ukraine The Latest examines recent Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure in Zaporizhia and the resulting impact on pharmaceutical supplies, alongside drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. The discussion covers significant political developments, including Donald Trump's discussions regarding a potential peace deal and Melania Trump's hosting of Russian and Ukrainian diplomats at the White House. The episode also explores the geopolitical landscape, focusing on the EU's struggle for a unified negotiating voice and Ukraine's progress toward EU accession. Additionally, historian Bruce Berglund provides insight into the legal reinstatement of Russian athletes in international sports through the Court of Arbitration for Sport and how Russia has historically utilized sport as a tool for soft power.

06 nov. 2026
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Death toll rises to 40 and 30 still missing after one of Russia’s deadliest strikes of war

This episode examines the evolving landscape of the conflict in Ukraine, covering recent Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and the devastating impact of Russian missile attacks on Kyiv's water infrastructure. The discussion explores emerging theories regarding potential peace negotiations driven by economic pressures on the Kremlin, alongside reports of hybrid threats to European airlines. The conversation also delves into modern warfare tactics, specifically the resurgence of tank maneuvers supported by drone technology and the use of shotguns as a low-cost defense against FPV drones. Finally, the episode addresses concerns regarding the UK's recent defense budget and the broader implications of military exercises in Poland.

05 nov. 2026
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Putin and Zelensky brace for impact of Trump's historic midterms defeat

This episode covers recent developments in Ukraine and the United States, beginning with devastating Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure in Zaporizhia and signs of economic strain within the Russian military sector. The discussion also examines the significant Democratic victories in the US midterms, described by analysts as a 'tsunami' and a referendum on Donald Trump. The conversation further explores the aftermath of the midterm election for Republicans, analyzing Donald Trump's refusal to concede and his impact on figures like J.D. Vance. Finally, the episode assesses the long-term strategic implications of US election results for Ukraine and Europe, the influence of Elbridge Colby, and various international news updates.

04 nov. 2026