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• What role could the UK play in ending the Ukraine war? – Politics Weekly

  Donald Trump’s plans to end the war in Ukraine have taken centre stage this week. But, with Ukraine excluded from US-Russia talks, could they really accept what might be on offer? And what role will the UK and Europe play?John Harris hears from diplomatic editor Patrick Wintour and columnist Gaby Hinsliff about what a resolution could look like Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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• Is the assisted dying bill doomed? – Politics Weekly UK

  The spotlight was back on the assisted dying bill this week after it was revealed that the requirement for a high court judge to decide on cases was to be scrapped. Those in favour of assisted dying say the change will make it safer, but does it undermine trust in the bill? Gaby Hinsliff, in for John Harris, talks to our deputy political editor, Jessica Elgot, about the changes, and asks Kit Malthouse and Jess Asato – MPs on different sides of the debate – what happens next Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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• Can Kemi and Keir combat the rise of Reform UK? – Politics Weekly Westminster

  As Reform UK creeps up the polls, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look at how the Conservatives and Labour are responding to the threat from Nigel Farage’s party. Plus, will the government’s efforts to show voters it is serious about tackling illegal migration cut through? Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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• Special episode: Behind the scenes of David Lammy’s Ukraine trip

  Almost three years after Russia invaded Ukraine, what is the situation like on the ground in Kyiv? And is there a path to peace? Pippa Crerar travelled to the war-ravaged country with the foreign secretary to find out. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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• Starmer’s diplomatic dance with Trump and the EU – Politics Weekly UK

  Keir Starmer is treading a fine line as he avoids picking sides between the EU and US. But with Donald Trump saying he wants to ‘take over’ Gaza and threatening to impose tariffs on the EU, can the prime minister really keep both on side? John Harris asks Prof Anand Menon, director of UK in a Changing Europe, and Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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