Francis Dearnley

Francis is an Executive Editor at the Telegraph, overseeing several Audio projects including our award-winning podcast 'Ukraine: The Latest'. Prior to working as a journalist, he was Chief of Staff to the Chair of the Prime Minister’s Policy Board at the Houses of Parliament in London. His work offers a particular focus on how the past shines a light on the latest diplomatic, political, and strategic developments. You can find him on Twitter at @FrancisDearnley

Ukraine: The Latest - the world’s most trusted and award-winning podcast on the war

Every weekday our top journalists analyse the invasion from all angles and tell you what you need to know to stay updated

Francis Dearnley 13 Mar 2025, 5:33pm

Ukraine needs US to guarantee peace, says Zelensky in wake of Trump row

President willing to step down – but only in exchange for his country’s membership of Nato

Francis Dearnley 3 Mar 2025, 1:32am
I attended Zelensky’s private briefing – this is what he told me

One thing was clear: president Zelensky is not prepared to offer big concessions to achieve a peace deal

Francis Dearnley 3 Mar 2025, 12:01am
Trump just gave Putin a wake-up call

Far from cosying up to the Kremlin, the president’s latest threats have sparked deep concern in Moscow

Francis Dearnley 24 Jan 2025, 7:00am

Battle Lines: The art of the war memoir

A Battle Lines Podcast Special

Roland Oliphant 3 Jan 2025, 10:00am
There is a question no one dares ask about Vladimir Putin

Negotiations to end the war in Ukraine may begin in early 2025. But what happens if the Russian President refuses a ceasefire?

Francis Dearnley 24 Dec 2024, 9:00am
Battle Lines: Who was Napoleon’s greatest general?

A Battle Lines Podcast Special

Roland Oliphant 23 Dec 2024, 8:39pm
‘He stared at me with part of his head missing’ – life in Russia’s occupied territory

One survivor recalls how her ‘perfect life’ was shattered when Russian troops invaded her village, and why charity H&I has been a lifeline

Francis Dearnley 23 Dec 2024, 7:19pm
Booby-trapped teddy bears: Ukraine’s bunker school teaching children new threats

As war rages above, Kharkiv’s youngsters are learning about the dangers of toys laden with explosives

Francis Dearnley 17 Dec 2024, 2:36pm
A very loving letter to Odesa – once poet’s haven, now Russian target

4/5

In Undefeatable, Julian Evans recounts his 30-year relationship with the Ukrainian city – and a local woman – in beautifully evocative style

Francis Dearnley 28 Nov 2024, 11:15am

The Daily T: Why Trump won’t end the Ukraine war ‘in 24 hours’

The President-elect promised to secure peace within a day of entering office - but first both sides must be open to talks

Kamal Ahmed 22 Nov 2024, 6:11pm
The Daily T: Is Joe Biden threatening World War Three?

Plus, an eminent vaccine expert’s concern over Trump’s pick for health secretary: vaccine ‘sceptic’ Robert F Kennedy Jr

Kamal Ahmed 18 Nov 2024, 5:16pm
Trump’s victory means Europe has no choice but to arm – and fast

His inauguration is in January. With boldness, that would be enough time to prepare for a US withdrawal of military aid from Ukraine

Francis Dearnley 7 Nov 2024, 7:02am
Crunch talks in Washington over Storm Shadow missiles - Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Plus Britain attacks ‘baseless’ Russian claims that six expelled diplomats are spies

Francis Dearnley 13 Sep 2024, 5:38pm
Russia gets new missiles from Iran & David Knowles, creator of Ukraine: The Latest, dies aged 32

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

Dominic Nicholls 10 Sep 2024, 5:05pm
We have stopped Russia in the east, claims top Ukraine general - Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

David Knowles 6 Sep 2024, 5:43pm
New allegations of Russian interference in US election revealed - Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

David Knowles 5 Sep 2024, 3:54pm
Russia bombs Poltava in one of the war’s deadliest strikes - Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

David Knowles 3 Sep 2024, 4:48pm
Putin has been maimed by Kyiv’s remarkable attack on Russia

Kyiv’s bold operation in Kursk has already transformed the wider conflict in ways that have not been fully appreciated

Francis Dearnley 16 Aug 2024, 5:51pm
Ukraine captures ‘more than 100 prisoners of war’ in Kursk incursion - Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

David Knowles 14 Aug 2024, 4:39pm
Ukraine’s daring attack into Russia continues to gain ground: Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

Dominic Nicholls 8 Aug 2024, 4:51pm
Ukraine launches a surprise attack on Russia’s Kursk region: Ukraine: The Latest podcast

Every weekday The Telegraph's top journalists analyse the Russian invasion of Ukraine from all angles and tell you what you need to know

David Knowles 7 Aug 2024, 4:08pm