Economist Podcasts Crimea and punishment: Russia’s reprisals
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Oct 10, 2022 
Oliver Carroll, a reporter covering the war in Ukraine, and Sue Lin Wong, host of The Prince podcast, dive into the escalating violence following the Kerch Bridge attack, examining its grave implications for Ukraine and Russia. They discuss the psychological impact on civilians and the shifting military dynamics. Additionally, they explore the global influence of K-pop and how South Korean culture is reshaping international pop trends, as well as the complexities of alcohol sales policies in India, highlighting the political tensions at play.
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Attacks on Ukraine
- Explosions rocked Kyiv in a widespread attack, the first in months, following the Kerch Bridge attack.
- President Zelensky called the perpetrators terrorists, echoing Putin's words about the bridge attack.
Kerch Bridge Significance
- The Kerch Bridge held symbolic importance for Putin, representing Crimea's annexation and considered impregnable.
- Its destruction is a turning point due to its personal and strategic significance for the war effort in the south.
Kerch Bridge Attack Theories
- While the Russians blame a Ukrainian truck bomb, the true nature of the Kerch Bridge attack remains unclear.
- Various theories exist, including underwater drones or missiles, with the truck bomb being the most plausible current explanation.