Ukraine: The Latest 'Chaos' as drones ground flights in Germany & Ukraine hits refinery 1400km inside Russia
Oct 3, 2025
Tetiana Kagitina, a local guide from Odesa, sheds light on her city’s cultural tensions regarding the contested Pushkin statue. She discusses how the statue symbolizes Russian imperialism and reflects current sentiments amid the war. Residents have engaged in debates and public confrontations over its removal. Tetiana also shares her community's resourcefulness and preparations during the early months of the conflict, emphasizing the local resolve to defend Odesa, and highlights the differing views on how cultural symbols can impact Ukraine's fight for victory.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Permit Rapid Drone Takedowns
- Allow police to shoot down unidentified drones promptly, argues Markus Söder after Munich Airport closures.
- He frames quick kinetic action as necessary to prevent repeated disruptions to flights and passengers.
War Reaches Deep Into Russia
- Russian long-range drone and missile attacks are expanding well beyond front-line areas.
- Dominic Nicholls highlights strikes over 1,000km into Russia, including a fertiliser plant and refinery disruptions.
Let Allied Jets Cross Borders
- Jonathan Vseviou urges NATO to let jets pursue intruders across allied borders to strengthen deterrence.
- He recommends cross-border exercises and seamless allied cooperation to make responses credible.