'World first' as sea drone shoots down Russian fighter jet & Putin cancels Victory Day parade in Crimea

'World first' as sea drone shoots down Russian fighter jet & Putin cancels Victory Day parade in Crimea

Day 1,168.

Today, as Friedrich Merz suffers a “humiliating and unexpected setback” on his way to becoming German Chancellor, we report how the Kremlin is preparing for Friday’s Victory Day parade, all while nervously watching the skies for Ukrainian drones, after two successive nights of attacks on Moscow.



Contributors:


Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X

Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.

With thanks to Ash Bhardwaj, an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and author, who specialises in blending defence, security and travel.



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Content Referenced:


Video Special of Ukraine: The Latest Answering Your Questions:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9szTxRfF7TU


'Taras' Film Screening with Dom Nicholls on Wednesday:

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/bloomsbury-theatre/events/2025/may/ua-x-ucl-taras-film-screening


Edgelands: Stories from the Russian border (Ash Bhardwaj’s Telegraph Podcast):

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/edgelands/


Ash’s Event in London on Thursday:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-travel-builds-purpose-resilience-and-emotional-fitness-tickets-1321565882129?aff=oddtdtcreator


Starmer prepares for attack by Russia (The Telegraph):

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/05/05/starmer-prepares-for-attack-by-russia/


Russia used thermobaric weapons in drone strike on Kharkiv, Ukrainian prosecutors say (Kyiv Independent):

https://kyivindependent.com/russia-used-thermobaric-weapons-in-drone-strike-on-kharkiv-ukrainian-prosecutors-say/?mc_cid=fa397ac35b&mc_eid=08d0680a95



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Ukrainian drones strike oil depot & officials warn US aid will run out 'by end of month'

Ukrainian drones strike oil depot & officials warn US aid will run out 'by end of month'

Day 647.Today, as well as news from the frontlines, we analyse updates from the US and the EU as decisions regarding funding Ukraine’s war effort loom large in western politics. Plus, we speak to journalist Jen Stout about her reporting and long form journalism from Ukraine.Contributors:David Knowles (Host). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on Twitter.James Kilner (Editor, Central Asia and South Caucasus Bulletin). @JKJourno on Twitter. Jen Stout (Journalist & Author). @jm_stout on Twitter. Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Des 202359min

Exclusive interview with Professor Timothy Snyder, historian

Exclusive interview with Professor Timothy Snyder, historian

Day 645.In today's special episode, we sit down with one of our most requested guests: Levin Professor of History and Global Affairs at Yale University, Professor Timothy Snyder. A critically-acclaimed author and a renowned historian specialising in Ukraine, he is famous for his online lectures and commentary on the war.This interview was facilitated by the charity United24, who – with his support – are fundraising for a new air defence system via their project ‘Safe Skies’. You can read more about that project here: https://u24.gov.ua/safeskiesContributors:Professor Timothy Synder. @TimothyDSnyder on Twitter. David Knowles (Head of Audio Development). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on Twitter. Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Des 202348min

Hunting Russian submarines with former frigate commander, Tom Sharpe

Hunting Russian submarines with former frigate commander, Tom Sharpe

Day 644.Today, following the latest military and political updates, Francis interviews a former British frigate captain on what it’s like tailing Russian submarines, and we look in closer detail on the work being done to raise awareness of war crimes.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Host, Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Tom Sharpe (Retired Navy Commander). @TomSharpe134 on Twitter. With thanks to Anastasiia Marushevska and Julia Petryk (Co-founders of the Ukrainian NGO PR Army).Opportunity to potentially talk to Dom & Francis (for charity!):Telegraph Christmas Charity Appeal Phone-in Day.Sunday 3 December 10:00-18:00 (05:00-13:00 EST)Number: 0800 117 118 (international callers must put the UK country code beforehand; standard rates apply)Read more:'How Putin is reshaping Russia to keep his war-machine running' (The Economist) - https://www.economist.com/briefing/2023/11/30/how-putin-is-reshaping-russia-to-keep-his-war-machine-running'The precarious stabilization of Ukraine's war economy' (Adam Tooze's Substack) - https://adamtooze.substack.com/p/chartbook-250-the-precarious-stabilizationSubscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Des 20231h 15min

Russian general blown up by landmine & Putin pays tribute to ‘farsighted statesman’ Henry Kissinger

Russian general blown up by landmine & Putin pays tribute to ‘farsighted statesman’ Henry Kissinger

Day 643.Today, as well as news from the frontlines, we hear about the reception offered by Oxford University to Russia’s ambassador to the UK, reflect on the life of Henry Kissinger and hear how soldiers and commanders think about fighting in extreme cold temperatures.Contributors:Dom Nicholls (Host). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Hamish De Bretton-Gordon (Former armoured warfare commanding officer and chemical weapons expert). @HamishDBG on Twitter.Louisa Clarence-Smith (Education Editor). @LouisaClarence on Twitter.Sarah Knapton (Science Editor). @sarahknapton on Twitter. Opportunity to potentially talk to Dom & Francis (for charity!):Telegraph Christmas Charity Appeal Phone-in Day.Sunday 3 December 10:00-18:00 (05:00-13:00 EST)Number: 0800 117 118 (international callers must put the UK country code beforehand; standard rates apply)Long Read on ISW:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2023/11/25/isw-war-mapping-gaza-ukraine-washington/ Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Nov 20231h 2min

Putin won't 'make peace in Ukraine' before 2024 US election, live from a crucial NATO meeting & interview with Russia researcher Dr Jade McGlynn

Putin won't 'make peace in Ukraine' before 2024 US election, live from a crucial NATO meeting & interview with Russia researcher Dr Jade McGlynn

Day 642.Today, as well as news from the frontlines, we bring you updates from the NATO meeting in Brussels, the latest from Washington DC as British Conservative politicians attempt to persuade American Republicans to continue supporting Ukraine and we speak to researcher and author Dr Jade McGlynn about her recent travels across Ukraine. Contributors:David Knowles (Host). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on Twitter.Tony Diver (US Editor). @Tony_Diver on Twitter. With thanks to Dr Jade McGlynn (Researcher & Author). @DrJadeMcGlynn on Twitter. Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Nov 202351min

Russia’s Black Sea fleet forced back by ‘storm of the century’ & suspected assassination attempt on wife of Ukraine's military spy chief

Russia’s Black Sea fleet forced back by ‘storm of the century’ & suspected assassination attempt on wife of Ukraine's military spy chief

Day 641.Today, we bring you the latest news from Ukraine, analyse a suspected assassination attempt on the wife of Ukraine’s military spy chief & discuss a new Ukrainian project 'People of Culture Taken Away by the War’ with friend of the podcast, Dr Sasha Dovzhyk.Contributors:David Knowles (Host). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on Twitter.With thanks to Dr Sasha Dovzhyk (Ukrainian Institute Special Projects Curator). @sasha_weirdsley on Twitter. Read more:People of Culture Taken Away By The War: https://theukrainians.org/spec/peopleofcultureeng/Sasha's piece Preserving The Canvas of Culture': https://theukrainians.org/preserving-the-canvas-of-culture/Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 Nov 202358min

Ukraine inflicting 'heavy losses' on Russia says NATO & horrendous winter weather strikes the region

Ukraine inflicting 'heavy losses' on Russia says NATO & horrendous winter weather strikes the region

Day 640.Today, we bring you the latest news from the frontlines and discuss the implications of the dreadful winter storm sweeping across Southern Ukraine, occupied Crimea and Russia. Contributors:David Knowles (Host). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter. Tim Sigsworth (Foreign Reporter). @tjsigsworth on Twitter. Find out more:Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Nov 202329min

Ukrainian long-range strikes causing 'mass casualties' & rebuilding shattered communities in Eastern Ukraine

Ukrainian long-range strikes causing 'mass casualties' & rebuilding shattered communities in Eastern Ukraine

Day 637.Today, we bring you the latest news from Ukraine, bring you diplomatic and political updates from around the world, and we speak to charity worker Ada Wordsworth who helps villages in Eastern Ukraine recover after occupation and bombardment.Contributors:David Knowles (Host). @DJKnowles22 on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Ada Wordsworth (Director, KHARP Project). @KHARPProject on Twitter and @padochka on Twitter. Defence in Depth on Napoleon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSeEO01jNNs&t=532sKHARP Project: https://kharpp.com/KHARP Updates: https://kharpp.substack.com/Find out more:Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Nov 202351min

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