Ukraine: The Latest Crowds in St Petersburg sing about overthrowing Putin
Oct 16, 2025
In this podcast, guest James Rothwell, Berlin correspondent for The Telegraph, dives into the shifting dynamics of German public sentiment toward the war in Ukraine. He shares insights into a rare protest in St Petersburg calling for Putin’s overthrow and discusses how recent drone incursions have sparked debates on military conscription in Germany. The conversation also highlights Germany's response to ongoing political controversies, revealing deeper complexities in European attitudes toward the conflict.
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NATO Ramps Up Support For Ukraine
- NATO and allies are accelerating military aid to Ukraine, signalling escalating international pressure on Russia.
- Francis Dearnley frames this as momentum toward imposing costs on Moscow for continued aggression.
Energy Attacks Aim To Cripple Russia's Mobility
- Ukraine targets Russian energy infrastructure to degrade Moscow's warfighting capacity over time.
- Michael Bonet's analysis suggests starving Russia of fuel forces strategic trade-offs for the Kremlin.
Prioritise Coordinated Allied Packages
- Coordinate allied contributions like the Pearl packages to ensure prioritized Ukrainian requirements are met.
- Nations should commit funds and air-defence systems to sustain Ukraine's defence and counterattacks.
