Ukraine: The Latest Gas shortages ‘finally’ hit Moscow as Kyiv intensifies strikes on refineries & David Knowles on the largest Nazi massacre in Ukraine
Sep 26, 2025
Dominic Nicholls, Associate Editor at The Telegraph, dives into the ramifications of Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian energy facilities, highlighting fuel supply issues in Moscow. David Knowles, creator of impactful documentaries, explores the haunting legacy of the 1941 Babi Yar massacre, detailing its memorialization and historical context. William Blacker sheds light on how Soviet policies shaped Holocaust memory and the ongoing debates around memorial funding in Ukraine, all while examining the complexities of reclaiming historical narratives.
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Refinery Strikes Hurt Russian Logistics
- Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries are degrading Russia's military logistics and fuel supply.
- Dominic Nicholls reports the campaign is beginning to have a real operational effect on the battlefield.
Air-Defence Shortage Leaves Gaps
- Russian air defences appear depleted from repeated Ukrainian drone waves, forcing reassignments of specialists to infantry.
- Chris O and reporting suggest missile shortages limit Russia's ability to repel drone attacks.
Economic Strain Signals Domestic Pressure
- Gasoline shortages and VAT hikes reveal domestic strain in Russia linked to the war.
- Francis Dearnley connects fuel disruptions and economic measures to growing public frustration.
