Ukraine: The Latest Petraeus: Unmanned killer submarines can win war for Ukraine & Kyiv assassinates another Russian officer
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Sep 30, 2025 In this conversation, Ilya Kaminsky, a Ukrainian-American poet celebrated for his work 'Deaf Republic,' discusses themes of resistance and deafness in his writing. He details how his experiences shape his storytelling and the parallels between his work and the current situation in Ukraine. Ilya also shares insights on the translation of his work in Ukraine and its stage adaptation, including the integration of sign language. He emphasizes how social media has transformed perceptions of war and highlights the resilience of Ukrainian values in the face of adversity.
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Russia's Biggest Autumn Call-Up Since 2016
- Putin authorised an autumn conscription of 135,000 men, making this year's total call-ups the largest since the full-scale invasion began.
- Dominic Nicholls notes a roughly 16% rise in annual conscription totals since 2022, raising deployment concerns.
Debate Over A 'Drone Wall' For Europe
- NATO and EU leaders discuss a 'drone wall' concept to protect borders by deploying counter-drone systems on the eastern flank.
- Germany's defence minister cautioned against unrealistic expectations and called for balanced prioritisation of capabilities.
Invest In Ukraine-Led Drone Capabilities
- Ursula von der Leyen announced the EU will allocate EUR 2 billion to drones for Ukraine to scale defensive capabilities.
- Dominic Nicholls highlights Ukraine's experience should shape Europe's future drone defence planning.
