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Drone truth: Russia has the upper hand
· 26 min
Episode Drone truth: Russia has the upper hand
After a visit to Ukraine last week, our defence editor reports on a new phase of the war as Kyiv and other civilian targets are bombarded by Russian missiles. He also visits an elite Ukrainian drone unit. Why alcohol companies are scrambling to innovate. And remembering the life of feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem. Watch extended clips from Insider
Guests and host:
• Alex Turner, defence editor • Avantika Chilkoti, global business writer • Ann Wroe, obituaries editor • Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”
Topics covered:
• Ukraine, drones, Shahed, Kyiv • Alcohol, beer, aperol • Gloria Steinem, feminism
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