Main content
Sorry, this episode is not currently available

The 'destruction' of Severodonetsk

A Senior Ukrainian official says Russian forces are destroying the strategic city.

The governor of the Luhansk region, Serhiy Haidai, says Russian forces are 'destroying everything' in the key city of Severodonetsk, where both sides remain locked in a battle for control.

Also, does the time of day for achieving the best workout differ in women and men?

Plus, as celebrations continue to mark the Platinum Jubilee of the Queen's reign, we go Down Under to see how they are making the occasion.

Joining Julian Worricker to discuss these and other issues are Aida Alami, a Moroccan journalist based in Rabat; and Emile Chabal, a historian specialising in twentieth century European politics and intellectual life who teaches at the University of Edinburgh.

(Image: A Ukrainian soldier walks past a part of a rocket near the front line in the city of Severodonetsk, Luhansk region, Ukraine. Credit: EPA/STR)

50 minutes

Last on

Sat 4 Jun 202206:06GMT

Broadcast

  • Sat 4 Jun 202206:06GMT