Ukraine: The Latest

How nuclear-armed Ukraine could become ‘Europe’s Israel’ & assassinations in occupied territories 'accelerate'

Feb 28, 2025
Jade McGlynn, an expert in war studies at King's College London, and Colin Freeman, a foreign correspondent for The Telegraph, delve into Ukraine's complex situation. They discuss the implications of Ukraine potentially becoming nuclear-armed, drawing parallels to Israel. The conversation also highlights the recent surge of resistance in occupied territories, including targeted assassinations that are intensifying conflicts. Plus, they explore the devastating human impact of ongoing military operations on local civilians.
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INSIGHT

Podcast Overview

  • Fighting has intensified in Kursk, Russia, and the outcomes of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Washington are being considered.
  • Updates on resistance in occupied territories will be discussed, along with Colin Freeman's visit to a former nuclear weapon facility in Ukraine.
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Kursk Oblast Fighting

  • Russia might have regained ground in Kursk Oblast, potentially isolating some Ukrainian forces.
  • However, these forces can still receive supplies from Ukraine proper.
ANECDOTE

Thermobaric Munitions Explosion

  • The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence tweeted images of a destroyed thermobaric munition storage site near Selidov.
  • The images show spectacular secondary explosions.
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