In the episode, Kristian Berg Harpviken, research professor at PRIO and future Head of the Norwegian Nobel Institute, joins Sabine Fischer, a Russia expert at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs, to analyze the current state of the war and its broader implications.
"In the past couple of months, the winds have changed in Ukraine's disfavour" says Harpviken, as Russian attacks on critical infrastructure escalate, plunging the nation into rolling blackouts. The Biden administration is in its final push to support Kyiv militarily before transitioning out of office. At the same time, President-elect Donald Trump hints at a potential shift in U.S. policy, raising urgent questions about Ukraine's future and the international community's role in the peace process. "The international context of this war is changing really fast, especially after the US election, accelerating the development in the war", says Fischer.
Through in-depth discussion, the podcast explores Russian strategies in peace negotiations and examines how global political changes, particularly in Washington, could reshape the trajectory of the conflict. Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or YouTube to gain insights into this pivotal moment in Ukraine’s war and what it means for peacebuilding efforts.
