The Hard Questions: War Crimes, Security, and Ukraine’s Future

Today on Off the Record, Ambassador Natalka Cmoc speaks with Robert Müller, Austria’s Ambassador to Ukraine, about shared history, accountability for war crimes, humanitarian support, returning abducted Ukrainian children, disinformation, energy security, and Austria’s role in Ukraine’s future reconstruction.Together, they discuss:• Austria’s deep historical and cultural ties with Ukraine• Why accountability and the ICC matter for victims of Russia’s war• How Austria helps return children illegally taken to Russia• Support for veterans, trauma recovery, and mental health• The growing challenge of Russian disinformation in Europe• Energy independence and shifting away from Russian gas• Austrian investment, reconstruction planning, and future cooperation• Ukraine’s cultural renaissance and strengthening identity• What Austria is learning from Ukraine during wartimeA candid diplomatic conversation about solidarity, resilience, and rebuilding.