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A rare glimpse of life on the frontline in Ukraine

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A rare glimpse into life in Russian occupied Ukraine. We hear about the dire conditions in the town of Oleshky near the city of Kherson. Also in the programme: we speak to a left-wing French MP after 1,800 people were arrested in France during protests and rioting on Saturday; and the musicians who blend Celtic folk music with singing from Cameroon.

(Photo: Aerial image of ruined buildings in Oleshky, Kherson. Credit: Reuters)
18 Oct 9AM English United Kingdom News

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