Synopsis
This news clip reports on what happened when pro-Trump protestors stormed the Capitol building, the consequences and why it was such a significant moment.
Weaponising Ukrainian grain exports | Newsnight
Executive Vice President of the European Commission Valdis Dombrovkis explains why he thinks Russia is weaponising Ukrainian grain exports and what the EU plans to do about it.
2014 Ukranian Revolution | Newsnight
Amongst political turmoil ahead of the 2010 elections, Russian-backed Viktor Yanukovych made a come-back, and was elected as President of Ukraine. In a perceived reversal of policy, Yanukovych didn't sign an agreement with the European Union, in favour of greater ties with Russia. This Newsnight report from February 2014 shows how ongoing protests against this decision turned violent, with clashes between police and protesters, in what was later dubbed the 'Maidan Revolution'. Contains some disturbing scenes.