On the ground in Ukraine as Russia ramps up attacks
Summary
This episode of The Current features a report from CBC correspondent Briar Stewart on the escalating Russian attacks on Ukraine, focusing on the daily reality in Kyiv and Odessa. Stewart describes the psychological toll of constant jet-powered drone strikes, the economic impact on shipping and energy infrastructure, and the use of technology to track threats. The segment also includes a conversation with Jesse Eisenberg about his new film, The Debut, and his experiences in community theater.
Topics discussed
Jesse Eisenberg on community theater and his new film
Escalation of Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure
Life in Kyiv: Surface normalcy vs. underlying anxiety
Changes in daily life and the intensity of strikes
Targeting gas stations and economic grind-down strategy
Impact on schools, businesses, and the economy
Personal stories: Navigating air raid alerts
Sheltering in metro stations and the exhaustion of alerts
Using apps and social media to track drone threats
The rise of jet-powered drones and interception challenges
Attacks on Odessa ports and commercial shipping
Ukraine's strikes on Russian shadow fleet and grain exports
Promo: West of Center on data centers and AI politics
Challenges for Ukrainian naval patrols in the Black Sea
Modern warfare defined by drones and interceptor pilots
Using drones to deliver aid to occupied Oleshky
Fears regarding winter and energy infrastructure
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