Ukraine: The Latest European leaders and Zelensky in London searching for 'new phase' to peace talks
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Dec 8, 2025 Michael Bohnert, a researcher at the RAND Corporation specializing in military technology, shares insights on Ukraine's air defense needs and the implications of recent international talks. He discusses trade-offs in military spending, explaining what $400 million could procure for Ukraine. The conversation explores how Russia identifies weak points in defenses and the implications of operational advances in drone technology. Bohnert emphasizes the urgent need for a clear strategy in Ukraine, highlighting the complexities of military and diplomatic maneuvers.
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Europe Seeks Unified Stance In London
- European leaders met Zelensky in London to coordinate a common Euro‑Ukrainian position amid US‑led talks in Florida.
- Germany expressed scepticism of US proposals while France said Europe still holds many diplomatic cards.
Dam Strike Risks Water And Supply Lines
- Russia struck the Pechenyi dam near Kharkiv, damaging infrastructure that supplies the city with water.
- Dom Nicholls warned such attacks can deny Ukraine resupply routes and shape the battlefield environment.
NSS Reflects A Personal, Alliance‑Skeptic Turn
- The US national security strategy marks a sharp pivot towards a personal, MAGA‑influenced vision that praises Donald Trump.
- Dominic Nicholls argued it retreats from alliances and could undermine US security by dismantling post‑war institutions.