Today is an important day for Ukraine, as the country marks the 31st anniversary of independence from Soviet rule.

It is also six months since Russia illegally invaded Ukraine, with no end in sight.

In this special episode, ASPI’s Executive Director Justin Bassi asks Ukraine’s Ambassador to Australia Vasyl Myroshnychenko about the current situation in the conflict, shifts in momentum, international support for Ukraine and the country’s successes in the cyber domain.

They also discuss Russia’s ambitions - and its progress in achieving its goals - and Ukraine’s economic situation.

Guests (in order of appearance):

Justin Bassi: https://www.aspi.org.au/bio/justin-bassi

Ambassador Vasyl Myroshnychenko: https://australia.mfa.gov.ua/en/governance/vasyl-myroshnychenko

Music: "Daylight Rising" by Brylie Christopher Oxley - via the FreeMusicArchive.org