Battleground 320. Peace Falters, Tariffs Bite, and Ukraine's New Weapon
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Aug 29, 2025 Diplomatic efforts for peace in Ukraine face setbacks as new military developments unfold. Heavy tariffs from the U.S. impact India's economy for purchasing Russian oil. Ukraine counters with long-range drone strikes and introduces a powerful new cruise missile, the 'Flamingo FP-5.' Tensions escalate further as Russian drone actions threaten crucial transportation routes, raising fears of a 'drone siege' on Kherson. The discussion also touches on the psychological impacts of conflict and the complexities of military strategies in the ongoing war.
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Diplomacy Hasn't Changed The Reality
- Recent diplomatic meetings have not moved Ukraine toward peace, and Russian rhetoric remains belligerent.
- Lavrov's public statements reaffirm Russian war aims and undermine prospects for a negotiated ceasefire.
US As Strategic Enabler For Postwar Security
- The US may act as a distant enabler for post-war Ukraine by providing ISR, C2 and air-defense support to a European-led deployment.
- Europeans would stay behind the demarcation line while non‑NATO peacekeepers stand closer to the front.
US Controls Long-Range Strike Permission
- The Pentagon has reportedly blocked Ukraine from firing long-range strikes into Russia since spring under the Trump administration.
- US control over targeting assistance remains a decisive constraint on Ukrainian operations.