Ukraine
What happens if Russia loses in Ukraine?
The outlook for the Ukraine situation is something we want to discuss again with Waikato University's Professor of International Law Dr Al Gillespie, author of the multi-volume The Causes of War. Audio
Some Ukrainians evacuated as Russia tightens grip on Mariupol plant
Ukraine said just 50 civilians have been evacuated from a bombed-out steelworks in the city of Mariupol, accusing Russia of violating a truce intended to allow all those trapped to leave.
UN again trying to evacuate civilians from Ukraine's Mariupol
A third evacuation operation is underway after the United Nations and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) helped nearly 500 other civilians flee the area in the past week.
Truce needed to get civilians out of Mariupol, says Zelensky
Civilians remain trapped in Ukraine's besieged city of Mariupol, and a prolonged ceasefire is needed for evacuations as Russia presses its assault, President Zelensky says.
Crossing the diplomatic line: When do ambassadors get expelled?
There have been calls for New Zealand to expel Russia's ambassador in response to the war in Ukraine. But is that the right diplomatic step to take? Audio
Mariupol civilian evacuation begins to Ukraine and Russia-held territories
Dozens of civilians have been evacuated from Mariupol to both Russia-controlled and Ukraine-controlled territory after weeks under siege.
Russian composer Tatiana Riabinkina's reaction to the Ukraine invasion
A Russian composer living in New Zealand has written two works directly responding to the current invasion of Ukraine. Tatiana Riabinkina says she is horrified at what's happening in the country under… Audio
Canterbury musos uniting for Ukraine
Canterbury music fans are in for a treat today, with Like A Rolling Stone hosting a 12 hour music extravaganza to support the people of Ukraine. Gretchen Kane joins the show from Christchurch to look… Audio
Mediawatch: Ukraine's war and the media
Some are already calling the invasion of Ukraine a turning point in world history. How we react is shaped by the media coverage - and most of what we get comes from outlets in countries that have… Audio
Al Gillespie on the threat of nuclear war in Ukraine
The ante has been upped in Ukraine in recent days as Russia attacked Kyiv with two cruise missiles while UN secretary general António Guterres was visiting the city. Professor of International Law Dr… Audio
Pushing Russia out of 'whole of Ukraine' strategic imperative - UK Foreign Secretary
Liz Truss' speech ramps up tensions as she suggests Ukraine must take back annexed Crimea and the self-declared Republics of Luhansk and Donetsk with the West's help.
Chinese drone maker DJI suspends business in Russia and Ukraine
Drone giant DJI Technology Co Ltd says it is temporarily suspending business in Russia and Ukraine, making it the first major Chinese company to halt sales to Russia since the country invaded…
Ukraine war and sanctions to cause 'biggest price shock in 50 years'
The war in Ukraine is set to cause the "largest commodity shock" since the 1970s, the World Bank has warned.
'You can't imagine the conditions' - Accounts emerge of Russian detention camps
Mariupol refugees speak out about the trauma of Russian detention camps, unsanitary conditions and fears they would be forcibly taken to Russia.
Russia believe NATO have engaged in war
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claims NATO are now in a proxy war with Russia. Professor Rouben Azizian of Massey University's Defence and Security Centre joins Karyn Hay to discuss this and… Audio
Ukraine war 'will drag on if we don't act decisively' - former US general
A former US army commanding general says efforts to stop Russia's invasion can no longer be deterred by "exaggerated fears" of nuclear repercussions. Audio
Explaining Putin’s grip on power
Why do the majority of Russians back the actions of their strongman leader Vladimir Putin? As The Detail finds out, the answer goes back centuries. Audio
US diplomats to return to Ukraine, more assistance pledged
Washington's top diplomat and defence secretary both Kyiv on Sunday and announced a gradual return of US diplomats and the nomination of a new ambassador, officials said.
Kevin Day: 'Football fans feel they've lost the game'
Comedian Kevin Day is a staunch fan of Crystal Palace football club and self-described hopeless football romantic. He is also the co-host of The Price of Football podcast which digs into the influence… Audio
Russia renews attack on Mariupol and missiles hit Odesa, Ukraine says
Russia has resumed its assault on the last Ukrainian defenders holed up in a giant steel works in Mariupol, days after Moscow said it did not need to take the plant.
