Daniel Davis Deep Dive Burevestnik Missile Altering the Ukraine Russia War /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Alexander Mercouris
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Oct 29, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, political commentator Alexander Mercouris delves into the implications of Russia's Burevestnik missile on the Ukraine-Russia war. He reveals the technological significance of Russia’s new military advancements, including the Poseidon nuclear drone. Mercouris emphasizes the need for renewed arms control talks amid the changing dynamics of warfare. He also critiques the effectiveness of US sanctions and examines the precarious situation for Ukrainian forces, highlighting the potential consequences of continued Western support.
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Budravesnik Is A Destabilizing Breakthrough
- Alexander Mercouris calls the Budravesnik a major technological advance due to a miniaturized nuclear reactor enabling long loitering and maneuverability.
- He warns this design is extremely destabilizing because it is hard to track and can approach the U.S. from any direction.
New Systems Counter Geographic Disadvantage
- Mercouris highlights Poseidon as an equally alarming system with nuclear propulsion and no easy interception method.
- He frames both weapons as Russian counters to perceived geographic and strategic disadvantages versus U.S. forward-based missiles.
Extend New START And Restart Talks
- Mercouris urges the U.S. to urgently discuss these weapons with Russia and extend New START by one year.
- He recommends reviving arms-control talks to avoid sliding toward nuclear disaster.