Stuart Smith
The House For Sun 23 March
The House debates climate change adaptation, especially who should decide, and who should pay. Audio
Army chiefs from 30 countries meet to discuss Ukrainian security
As strikes are exchanged between Russia and Ukraine, France's President Emmanuel Macron convened a meeting of army chiefs from over 30 countries to address the issue of Ukrainian security… Audio
Zelensky to visit Washington D.C this week
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Washington later this week to sign a key minerals deal. Mr Zelenskyy had been at loggerheads with President Donald Trump over the agreement, which… Audio
World leaders meet in Kyiv for peace summit
It's been three years since the war in Ukraine began - and world leaders have met in Kyiv for a peace summit. Kyiv correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
US and Russia conclude first talk since Ukraine invasion
Russia and the US have concluded their first direct talks since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine 3 years ago. The Americans said the four-and-a-half hour talks were an exploratory session to establish… Audio
Ukrainian President to visit Saudi Arabia day after US-Russia talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, one day after planned meetings between Russian and US officials. Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 13 February 2025
On today's episode, the United States defence secretary Pete Hegseth says Ukraine cannot expect to return to its 2014 borders and has downplayed the chance of it becoming a member of NATO, the union… Audio
US not supporting Ukraine's NATO membership
The United States defence secretary Pete Hegseth says Ukraine cannot expect to return to its 2014 borders and has downplayed the chance of it becoming a member of NATO. Correspondent Stuart Smith… Audio
Climate adaptation report called "vague"
A Parliamentary committee has released its report into climate change adaptation, but some of the committee's own MPs think it is too vague. Audio
France facing political deadlock
France now faces a political deadlock with no party or alliance securing a majority after Sunday's election.President Emmanuel Macron has asked French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to stay on in the… Audio
A taste of something non-budget, with a hint of gooseberry
Like the calm before a storm, Wednesday evening at Parliament was not about the budget. It was a Members' Day including a bill on cellar door tastings. We sip it with its sponsor Stuart Smith. Audio
A taste of something non-budget, with a hint of gooseberry
Like the calm before a storm, Wednesday evening at Parliament was not about the budget. It was a Members' Day including a bill on cellar door tastings. We sip it with its sponsor Stuart Smith.
AudioCovid inquiry in the UK exposes Conservative government's approach
An inquiry into the UK's response to the Covid-19 pandemic is underway and has exposed damning information about the Conservative government's approach.
Tuesday's hearing revealed that current Prime… Audio
State of emergency in Ukraine after dam was destroyed
A huge dam in the Russian-controlled area of southern Ukraine has been destroyed, unleashing a flood of water.
Ukraine's military and Nato have accused Russia of blowing up the dam, while Russia has… Audio
Civilisation at a 'turning point' - Putin
Vladimir Putin says civilisation is at a 'turning point' due to the war in Ukraine, comparing the conflict to world war two.
The President of Russia made the comments on Victory Day, Russia's annual… Audio
Angry exhanges over Ukraine war dominate G20
Angry exchanges over Russia's war in Ukraine have dominated G20 talks, with hosts India saying the disagreements mean there will be no joint statement.
Meanwhile, on the ground, Russian security… Audio
Putin acknowledges army losses in Ukraine war
Russia's President Vladymir Putin has acknowledged many Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine.
He made the statement in an address to the country's secret service.
Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke… Audio
Flurry of action as Ukraine anniverary approaches
Days before the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, there's been a flurry of action from foreign countries.
US President Joe Biden is in Poland facing calls to provide more military… Audio
National Party's assessment on the shortage of liquid CO2
The national shortage of liquid carbon dioxide is affecting more than just the beer industry.
The temporary closure of the Kapuni CO2 plant has also affected high-value food and manufacturing… Audio
National Party on jet fuel supply issues
The National Party says airlines being forced to conserve jet fuel due to a dud fuel shipment is another blow for festive season travel.
Airlines are rationing their aviation fuel allowance at… Audio
