

UK's new defence secretary and what it means for Ukraine
Aug 31, 2023
Former transport and energy secretary Grant Shapps is the new head of the Ministry of Defence after Ben Wallace stood down. They discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, the use of drone technology on the battlefield, recent strikes by Ukrainians on Russian military targets, UK's support to Ukraine, and the progress of the Ukrainian counter-offensive.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Challenges and Changes in UK Defense
03:05 • 10min
Recent Strikes and Their Impact on the Russian Military Operation
12:54 • 2min
UK's Defence Secretary's Decisions on Support to Ukraine
14:43 • 3min
Progress of Ukrainian counter-offensive and the Funeral of Yevgeny Pragogen
17:35 • 4min