Strikes Across Ukraine

Russian missiles hit Ukrainian cities as Putin threatens "harsh" action.We get the latest on Monday’s deadly blasts with the BBC’s International Editor, Jeremy Bowen, and Ukrainecast host, Vitaliy Shevchenko. They discuss President Putin’s motivation, the risk of further "escalation" and the chances for diplomacy.And on the final day of the SNP conference, Scotland editor, James Cook, explores Nicola Sturgeon’s plans for Scottish independence.This episode of Newscast is presented by the BBC’s political correspondent Alex Forsyth. It was made by Tim Walklate with Chris Flynn, Clare Williamson and Madeleine Drury. The technical producer is Emma Crowe. The assistant editor is Sam Bonham.