Ukraine: The Latest Ukrainian 'prisoner soldiers' enter the fray in the Battle of Donbas
Oct 25, 2024
Dominic Nicholls, Associate Editor of Defence at The Telegraph, and Francis Farrell, Reporter for The Kyiv Independent, dive into the unique phenomenon of former Ukrainian prisoners joining the military. They discuss the motivations behind this move, the integration challenges they face, and how their experiences differ from Russian forces. The podcast also touches on Russia's dealings with North Korea and the evolving landscape of military strategies in the enduring conflict in Ukraine.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Geopolitical Turbulence: Ukraine and Beyond
02:06 • 13min
From Prison to Battlefield: The Ukrainian Volunteer Experience
14:55 • 25min
Effectiveness of Ukrainian Air Defense Against Russian Missile Strikes
39:39 • 2min
Reflections on Military Support and Historical Parallels
41:33 • 5min
The Role of 'Prisoner Soldiers' in the Battle of Donbas
46:16 • 2min