Unfiltered updates and sharp geopolitical analysis on Europe’s most volatile war — from someone with roots on both sides of the conflict. Hosted by Pyotr Kurzin, a British-Russian analyst with experience at the World Bank, International Crisis Group, and Johns Hopkins SAIS, this podcast cuts through the noise to explain what’s really happening in Ukraine - and why it matters.
From battlefield shifts and drone warfare to sanctions, diplomacy, and disinformation, The Ukraine SITREP delivers timely commentary, critical insights, and expert interviews grounded in deep fieldwork and institutional experience. We don’t shy away from the uncomfortable truths — and this isn’t an echo chamber. Whether it challenges Western assumptions or questions Kremlin narratives, every angle is up for scrutiny.
New episodes every 1–2 weeks.
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Unfiltered updates and sharp geopolitical analysis on Europe’s most volatile war — from someone with roots on both sides of the conflict. Hosted by Pyotr Kurzin, a British-Russian analyst with experience at the World Bank, International Crisis Group, and Johns Hopkins SAIS, this podcast cuts through the noise to explain what’s really happening in Ukraine - and why it matters.
From battlefield shifts and drone warfare to sanctions, diplomacy, and disinformation, The Ukraine SITREP delivers timely commentary, critical insights, and expert interviews grounded in deep fieldwork and institutional experience. We don’t shy away from the uncomfortable truths — and this isn’t an echo chamber. Whether it challenges Western assumptions or questions Kremlin narratives, every angle is up for scrutiny.
New episodes every 1–2 weeks.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summary
In this conversation, Pyotr Kurzin and Mark Harrison discuss the complexities of economic sanctions, particularly in the context of Russia and Ukraine. They explore how sanctions are implemented, their effectiveness, and the political dynamics that influence their success. Harrison emphasizes that sanctions are a process that requires time to take effect and must be complemented by military pressure to achieve desired outcomes. The discussion also touches on the challenges posed by political polarization in democratic societies and the need for a consistent approach to sanctions.
Mark Harrison is a professor of economics at the University of Warwick and an expert on the Soviet and Russian war economies.
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