Kyiv and Kharkiv Hit by Russian Missiles Despite 'Energy Ceasefire' Claim

Russian missile and drone strikes targeted critical infrastructure in Kyiv and Kharkiv, despite US President Donald Trump's claim on Sunday that an "energy ceasefire" was in place. Ukraine says it received no warning from allies and was hampered by restrictions to the Starlink communications network during another night of intense attacks. The podcast also covers a Ukrainian man going on trial over the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline bombing, and China's booming "loneliness economy" – businesses that cater to lonely people. These stories provide a snapshot of the varied news landscape. This Global News Podcast episode offers a comprehensive update on the war in Ukraine and other international developments, highlighting the disconnect between diplomatic claims and on-the-ground reality.