Zelenskyy: Putin is ‘playing games’ with Trump

About this episode

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discusses the waning influence of Vladimir Putin and the importance of global unity during his visit to London.

The Ukrainian president says Vladimir Putin’s days are numbered. As the Russian president’s influence wanes and his war machine crumbles, Volodymyr Zelenskyy says it is important for Europe and the world to stick together. Pippa Crerar and Luke Harding speak with Zelenskyy on his most recent visit to London. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

People in this episode

Hosts: Pippa Crerar, Luke Harding

Guest: Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Topics covered

• Ukraine
• Russia
• Politics
• International Relations
• War
• European Unity

Keywords

• Zelenskyy
• Putin
• Ukraine
• Russia
• Europe
• London
• Politics
• War

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Guardian

Places: Europe, London

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