Exclusive investigation: The million pound properties owned by Putin’s regime
May 29, 2024
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Former Ukrainian politician and Director of the Henry Jackson Society, Aliona Hlivco, discusses an investigation into Russian-owned luxury properties in London. The podcast delves into Ukraine's military support, Germany's defense stance, financial leverage against Russia, and the global response to the rising Russian threat.
Russian government owns luxury London properties worth millions, facing pressure to redirect assets for Ukraine's benefit.
Germany's Defense Minister advocates for increased defense spending amid challenges balancing politics and military preparedness.
Deep dives
Russian Government-Held Property in London
An investigation revealed that the Russian government owns luxury properties across London worth millions of pounds. The portfolio includes 10,000 flats in upscale postcodes like Highgate and Kensington. Confirming the ownership, a journalist door-knocked the properties and found varied conditions, from well-maintained to abandoned. With ongoing scrutiny, there's growing pressure to seize and redirect Russian assets for Ukraine's benefit.
German Defense Minister's Discontent
Germany's Defense Minister, Boris Pistorius, is showing strong and decisive leadership, calling for increased defense spending and readiness. Amid tensions with Chancellor Scholz over budget allocations, Pistorius pushes for a robust defense strategy. The discontent underscores Germany's broader challenge of balancing politics and military preparedness in the face of escalating threats.
NATO Summit Preparations
NATO is gearing up for its 75th anniversary summit, prioritizing Ukraine's defense. Amid escalating conflicts and predictions of dire battlefield outcomes, discussions focus on effective responses to potential Russian attacks. With a vital emphasis on unity and strategy, NATO faces critical decisions to bolster its defenses and navigate complex geopolitical challenges.
Today, we unpack an exclusive Telegraph investigation into how much property the Russian government holds in London. Plus, we hear again from former Ukrainian MP Aliona Hlivco.
Contributors:
Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X.
Aliona Hlivco (Former Ukrainian politician and Director of the Henry Jackson Society). @aliona_hlivco on X.
Cameron Henderson (News Reporter). @CamHenderson98 on X.
Essay / Article Referenced:
'Putin’s plot to destroy Nato is reaching its devastating climax' (Aliona Hlivco in The Telegraph)
All this week The Telegraph is running a series of exclusive essays from prominent international commentators imagining the consequences if Russia were successful in its war. The first, by Aliona Hlivco, considers the devastating impact for the Nato alliance.
'The million pound London properties owned by Putin’s regime' (The Telegraph)