Ukraine: The Latest

SPECIAL: ‘We are all in danger now’ - Putin's brutal invasion three and a half years on, with General Sir Richard Barrons and Orysia Lutsevych OBE

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Oct 25, 2025
Join General Sir Richard Barrons, a military strategy expert, and Orysia Lutsevych OBE, a leading voice on Ukrainian resilience, as they discuss the brutal realities of the ongoing conflict. They explore the evolving nature of warfare, including innovations in drone technology and the importance of morale among Ukrainians. The pair assess Russian military tactics and advocate for stronger European integration with Ukraine. Ultimately, they highlight the urgent need for credible security guarantees and proactive measures against disinformation.
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INSIGHT

Failure Of Deterrence Is The Root Problem

  • Western deterrence failed repeatedly from Syria to Crimea to the 2022 invasion, leaving Europe exposed to sustained Russian aggression.
  • Europe must act decisively now because incremental, US-led caution has not stopped the war.
INSIGHT

War Accelerates AI And Drone Revolution

  • Battlefield innovation in Ukraine has been rapid, moving from basic drones to fibre-optic FPV and autonomous systems.
  • The next leap is AI-driven autonomy selecting targets, and militaries are unprepared ethically and operationally.
INSIGHT

Ukrainian Resilience Is Civic And Forward-Looking

  • Ukrainian morale mixes exhaustion with civic mobilisation, high trust in the army, and private-sector innovation.
  • Ukraine's future orientation toward Europe sustains resistance and fuels reconstruction ambition.
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