Tensions between Russia and the United States have flared recently, with a build-up of Russian troops on the Ukrainian border and demands on NATO by the Kremlin. 

In the first episode of season 2, Hayley Channer is joined by Russian grand strategy and polar geopolitics expert Dr Elizabeth Buchanan to unpack Russia's intentions in Ukraine, relations with the US, and interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

This episode was first published on 2 February 2022.