Interview with Alix Biggs, Life in Kyiv, One Year Into Russia's War On Ukraine
Mar 14, 2023•44 min
Episode description
Australian Alix Biggs speaks to Amy while sheltering from a major air raid conducted by Russia in Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. Alix explains what life is like on the ground for everyday Ukrainians subject to regular air raid offensives with missiles and drones. She shares how Ukrainians perceive the war and the level of military and humanitarian support provided by Western countries, as well as the way Ukrainians have established a "new normal" in the country's capital. Alix also describes the cultural and linguistic transformations taking place across the country, which are creating a strong sense of national identity. Her piece for Inside Story is here: https://insidestory.org.au/kyiv-one-year-on Alix Biggs is Programme Manager for Norwegian Refugee Council and is supporting displaced people in the north of Ukraine. Broadcast on 14 March 2023.