The End of Putin's Era? Former Russian PM's War Analysis
Mikhail Kasyanov was once Vladimir Putin's prime minister and now is a leading political opponent. He spoke to Christiane about the unique threat Putin represents.
Inside Zelensky's War Room With Zanny Minton Beddoes
In Estonia today, the Ukrainian President delivered his 26th address to a foreign government since the war began. Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, recently met with Zelensky to discuss the world's response to Putin's war. Now back from Kyiv, she speaks with Walter Isaacson.
Does the U.S. Have the Political Will to Sustain Sanctions?
Inflation is sending Americans reeling, and the situation is exacerbated by elevated energy prices because of the war in Ukraine. Biden is attributing economic hardship directly to the war, calling it the "Putin price hike." Sanctions leveled by the West are fueling inflation in the United States, where it has reached levels not seen since 1981. Will the West be able to keep up its tough stance?
Ukrainian First Lady: "Don't Get Used To Our Grief"
Christiane could not meet in person with Ukraine's First Lady for reasons of security. The responses of Olena Zelenska to a series of questions are voiced by a narrator in this exclusive conversation.
NATO Deputy Commander: Ukraine Has "Window of Opportunity"
Vladimir Putin, claiming Russia "has no choice," is preparing a brutal invasion of eastern Ukraine. As Ukraine's defenders brace for assault, the adequacy of their equipment and armaments is in doubt. Former NATO deputy commander General Sir Richard Shirreff shares his battlefield insight.
Russia’s Grip on Oil is Dwindling, Says Daniel Yergin
As the West continues to levy economic sanctions on Russia, President Zelensky has renewed calls for an embargo on Russian oil. Daniel Yergin, author of "The New Map," is a leading authority on energy and the global economy. He joins Walter Isaacson to analyze how this war has impacted reliance on Russian energy.
The U.S. Is Staring Down Its First “So What?” COVID-19 Wave
Many residents of Shanghai are starving. The city is fighting a rise in COVID-19 cases with one of the world's harshest lockdowns, leaving its people to face critical shortages of food and medicine. In contrast, Katherine Wu, staff writer for The Atlantic, believes the U.S. is staring down its first “So what?” wave of the pandemic. She speaks on the dangers of ignoring the warning signs.
Yale Prof.: No Accountability for Jan. 6th Emboldened Putin
Illiberal democracy has gained a solid foothold in much of Europe. Jason Stanley examines Putin’s brand of this ideology in his latest piece for Tablet Magazine. He speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about modern iterations of fascism and how they target the West’s vulnerabilities. This interview is part of Exploring Hate, our ongoing series on antisemitism, racism, and extremism.
Russia Suspended From U.N. Human Rights Council
The U.N. General Assembly has voted to suspend Russia from its human rights council after the world saw the horrific scenes in Bucha. While covering the conflict in Ukraine, Christiane has observed painful comparisons with the Bosnian war. Indeed, 30 years ago this week was the beginning of the siege of Sarajevo. Dunja Mijatović, was herself born in Sarajevo. She joins the show to discuss.
Armed With Cellphones, Ukrainian Civilians Fight Russia
Ukrainians are holding off Russian forces not just on the ground, but also online. Government officials and a citizen IT army are transforming the digital landscape, adapting everyday technology into wartime survival tools. Investigative journalist Vera Bergengruen joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the country’s virtual strategy -- and success.
Ukraine’s Prosecutor General Discusses Potential War Crimes
Ukraine’s Prosecutor General refers to the towns of Borodianka and Bucha as part of a “tortured region from hell.” Her office is investigating almost 5,000 alleged war crimes committed by Russian forces, and she joins Christiane in Kyiv.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield on Russia's Human Rights Abuses
President Zelensky addressed the U.N. Security Council yesterday, detailing Russian atrocities against his people. The U.S. is now moving to suspend Russia from the U.N. Human Rights Council. Christiane speaks with the U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. about this move and other, broader efforts to isolate Russia.
Gen. John Allen's Analysis of the Ukraine War
Military observers say they expect to see a new Russian push in eastern and southern Ukraine. U.S. officials believe Russian forces have withdrawn from the area around Kyiv, but NATO officials warn that Vladimir Putin has his sights set on the city in the longer term. General John Allen (Ret.) commanded NATO international security forces in Afghanistan and joins the show to discuss.
Summers on Sanctions: “The West Has Cowered and Dithered"
Amid inflation, the war in Ukraine, and a lingering pandemic, economists are warning of an impending recession. To explain, former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers speaks with Walter Isaacson about the global economy and where matters might go from here.
Lithuanian PM: Russia Has "Overbeaten Goebbels By Far"
The European Union, responding to reports of Russian atrocities in Ukraine, is proposing a ban on Russian coal imports. But Lithuania has already gone a step further. Last weekend Lithuania became the first EU member state to pull the plug on Russian gas imports. Christiane speaks with the country’s prime minister.
Will Hurd on the Threat of Kremlin Cyber Attacks
Support for Ukraine continues to be a unifying issue in an otherwise politically divided America. Will Hurd, former Republican congressman for Texas and CIA officer, has first-hand knowledge of this division. He examines the state of American politics in his new book "American Reboot." Hurd speaks with Walter Isaacson about what the U.S. should do next.
German Foreign Minister on Putin's Contradictions
Ukraine is relying on the United States and Europe for its very survival, but can these countries actually hold the line no matter what? German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock joins Christiane to discuss whether other EU nations are committed to maintaining sanctions and the pressure against Putin's aggressions.
Ukraine's Top Diplomat Hopes For Continued Western Support
Another week of war in Ukraine, and still no end in sight. Will there be a shift Russia's strategy? Talks between the two countries' delegations resumed virtually today. Ukraine's foreign minister, who is currently on a diplomatic mission in Poland, joins the program to discuss the state of negotiations.
Anne Applebaum: Autocracies Don’t Believe In Rules or Norms
Anne Applebaum is a staff writer for The Atlantic and a Pulitzer-prize winning historian. Her latest article "There is no Liberal World Order" argues that unless democracies defend themselves together, the forces of autocracy will destroy them. She joins Michel Martin to discuss this existential struggle.
Journalist Discusses the Head of the Oath Keepers
In Washington, D.C., the investigation into the January 6th insurrection continues. In Mike Giglio's latest piece for The Intercept, he profiled Stewart Rhodes, founder of the Oath Keepers, a U.S. paramilitary group that took part in the insurrection. Giglio joins Michel Martin to discuss who he is and what drives him.
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