Ukraine's successful operations against Russia's Black Sea fleet are being highlighted by President Zelensky
Israel is adopting tank tactics from Ukraine to avoid a Russia-style tank massacre in potential ground operations in Gaza
Deep dives
Updates from the Battlefront and Analysis of Zelensky's Efforts
Russia claims to have destroyed three uncrewed maritime drones launched by Ukraine from the Black Sea. Ukrainian forces have made progress in their counter-offensive around backmute. Ukrainian President Zelensky highlights Ukraine's effective operations against Russia's Black Sea fleet.
UK's Royal Engineers to Train Ukrainian Forces
Britain's Royal Engineers will train Ukrainian forces to protect vital energy infrastructure from long-range attacks. The training includes defensive techniques and protecting critical infrastructure. The UK is also providing weaponry and air defense systems to Ukraine.
US and Ukraine's Deepening Intelligence Cooperation
The CIA has been partnering with Ukraine's intelligence services since 2015, providing training, advanced surveillance systems, and intelligence-sharing. Ukraine's covert operations against Russia have relied on the support and resources provided by the CIA.
Israel's Lessons from Ukraine in Ground Operations
Israel is adapting its tactics in potential ground operations in Gaza based on the lessons learned from the conflict in Ukraine. Israeli tanks will be used in safer positions, employing long-range precision fires, while infantry units lead the ground assault against Hamas.
Today, we bring you updates from the battlefront, analyse Zelensky’s efforts to keep Ukraine’s EU candidacy on the road, and look at the motives and methods of Hungary’s Victor Orban.
Contributors:
David Knowles (Host). @djknowles22 on Twitter.
Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.
Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on Twitter.