How the war in Ukraine could end

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There is perhaps a glimmer of progress after Ukrainian and Russian negotiators met for several hours in Istanbul today. The diplomats said the talks might clear the way for a meeting between Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin. Just as the talks concluded, the Kremlin announced it wil ... Show More

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<p><i>This episode contains strong language.</i></p><p>Over the weekend, the battle for Ukraine arrived at the capital, Kyiv, as Russian forces attempted to advance.</p><p>Would the Russian military quickly overrun the city? Or would Ukrainians, despite being outgunned, somehow f ... Show More

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The UN reports that 136 civilian deaths have been recorded since Russia invaded Ukraine seven days ago, although the real number is likely to be "far higher". Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, and its second largest city, Kharkiv, are braced for further violence from Russian troops after ... Show More

<p>Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, the United States and allies have held back from sending Kyiv their most potent arms.</p><p>Over the past few weeks, that has started to change.</p><p>Guest: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/by/eric-schmitt?smid=pc-thedaily">Eric Schm ... Show More