Armed insurgents have crossed the border from Ukraine to launch attacks in Russia's Belgorod region. Two Russian paramilitary groups claim they were responsible for the largest cross-border incursion since Russia's full-scale invasion began. We explore the motives of the two groups with BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg.
Also, how does the BBC decide which material shared on social media is accurate and which is disinformation? We’re joined by Olga Robinson from BBC Verify, who explains the tools journalists use to sift through photos, videos and documents.
Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
Produced by Clare Williamson with Arsenii Sokolov, Tom Smithard, Madeleine Drury and Drew Hyndman. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Alison Gee and the editor is Sam Bonham.
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23/05/2023
30:35
Spies Next Door
The CIA has released a video to try to persuade ordinary Russians to share secrets, saying their children will thank them for standing up and being heroes.
Also, the tale of Russian sleeper agents who lived undercover for years in New York - their friends and colleagues had no idea. The BBC’s Gordon Corera and producer Emma Weatherill discuss their new podcast Mother, Neighbor, Russian Spy.
Diplomatic correspondent James Landale gives us the latest on the G7 summit in Hiroshima.
And we hear from one woman who’s making military uniform and equipment tailored especially for female soldiers on the front line.
Today’s episode is presented by Lyse Doucet and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Clare Williamson, Drew Hyndman and Osman Iqbal. The interpreter was Irena Taranyuk. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The assistant editor is Alison Gee.
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Audio included from British Pathé.
19/05/2023
34:51
Ukraine repels hypersonic missile barrage
Ukraine’s air defences intercepted six hypersonic missiles fired by Russia over Kyiv, one of the most sophisticated weapons in Moscow’s arsenal. The BBC’s Frank Gardner breaks down the significance of the attack and recent arms pledges from the West.
We’re also joined by Anastasia Gribanova from the BBC’s Ukrainian Service to talk about The Superhumans Center, a specialised clinic for Ukrainians offering free prosthetics, reconstruction treatment and PTSD counselling.
Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
Produced by Clare Williamson with Arsenii Sokolov, Drew Hyndman and Osman Iqbal. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Alison Gee and the editor is Sam Bonham.
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16/05/2023
27:27
Extra episode: President Zelensky makes surprise visit to UK
Ukraine’s President meets UK’s PM Sunak for talks on more military support. Long range missiles, drones and training are offered. International editor Jeremy Bowen appraises Monday’s meeting.
Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaliy Shevchenko.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov and Clare Williamson. The technical producer was Sam Dickinson. The assistant editor is Alison Gee and the editor is Sam Bonham.
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15/05/2023
14:10
Why the world needs to understand Russia
What do the Russian people really think about the war?
Former Russian diplomat, Alexander Baukov, and Russia expert, Dr Jade McGlynn, talk through how the war could end.
And we get the latest from the frontline in the Donbass with BBC defence correspondent Jonathan Beale.
Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Gabriel Gatehouse.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Clare Williamson and Drew Hyndman. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Fiona Leach. The assistant editor is Alison Gee and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.
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