Ukraine: The Latest Spectacular explosion 'wipes out' Russian ammo dump & on patrol with Ukraine's Black Sea fleet
Jul 3, 2025
Deborah Haynes, Security and Defence Editor at Sky News, shares her insights on the ramifications of U.S. military aid freezes to Ukraine. She discusses the ongoing air attacks on Odesa and the role of the Ukrainian Navy in safeguarding critical grain routes. A riveting conversation on the War Game podcast highlights a simulated Russian attack on the UK, prompting thoughts about modern defense strategies and NATO's readiness. Haynes emphasizes the importance of consistent Western support in navigating this complex geopolitical landscape.
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North Korea's Growing Role in Ukraine
- North Korea is deploying up to 30,000 troops to support Russia against Ukraine, doubling prior deployments.
- This troop movement provides Pyongyang valuable experience in modern warfare impacting future Pacific dynamics.
Boost Ukraine Arms Flow
- The US should release all committed arms to Ukraine, including air defence and HIMARS rockets.
- Europe should buy key weapons from the US to maintain supplies to Ukraine and fund defence.
Ukrainian Navy Patrol Experience
- We joined a Ukrainian Navy coastal patrol craft gifted by Estonia to protect the vital grain corridor.
- Despite air attacks on Odessa, being at sea offers relative safety from ballistic missile threats.
