Russia says no role for Europe in Ukraine peace talks

This BBC World Service Global News Podcast covers major international events on February 17th. The podcast begins with discussions surrounding potential US-Russia talks on the Ukraine war, highlighting Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov's opposition to European involvement and a subsequent emergency summit convened by French President Macron. It then shifts to the Israeli-Gaza ceasefire negotiations, focusing on the planned release of hostages and potential obstacles. Finally, the podcast reports on Pope Francis's complex medical situation, Germany's upcoming elections amid migration debates, and the BAFTA awards. A specific example is the report on a BBC documentary following the lives of young people in Gaza during the war.