House-to-house fighting rages in Donetsk & exclusive interview with US Ambassador to Moscow during the invasion

Oct 10, 2024

James Rothwell, the Berlin Correspondent for The Telegraph, and John Sullivan, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia during the invasion, delve into gripping accounts of intense house-to-house fighting in Donetsk. They discuss President Zelensky's diplomatic push for European support and analyze the implications of evolving U.S.-Russia relations. Sullivan shares his firsthand insights on the invasion's lead-up, touching on failed diplomacy and the broader strategies at play. The conversation also highlights the need for robust military backing for Ukraine.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Military Developments and Diplomatic Maneuvers in Donetsk

02:06 • 14min

Navigating Trade and Technology: Germany's Dilemma and US-Russia Relations

16:10 • 5min

Navigating Tensions: U.S.-Russia Relations and Ukraine

21:11 • 28min

Strategic Insights on the Ukraine Conflict and Communication in Leadership

49:37 • 3min

Echoes of History: The Threat of Authoritarianism

52:21 • 5min

Ukraine's Dilemma: NATO Membership and Territorial Sacrifice

57:13 • 6min