In Moscow's Shadows

In Moscow's Shadows 131: European Strategy and Vorobyov's Prospects

Jan 21, 2024

Dilemmas and limitations facing European strategy over Ukraine. Hungary's actions and the changing perspective of Europeans. Challenges in developing a strategy in response to Putin's attack. Sequestering Russian assets for Ukraine's economic recovery. Exploring Andre Varabiov's potential as president. Rise and fall of a former minister of finance. The potential rise of Vorybov and his qualities as a successor.

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European assistance towards Ukraine is hindered by political obstacles, but there is a growing awareness of the need for long-term commitment and the challenge lies in managing political challenges, maintaining momentum, and securing funding.

European countries need to address Ukraine fatigue, develop a clear strategy, and consider security guarantees and NATO's role in sustaining Ukraine's security.

Governor Vorobyov's focus on centralization and real estate development in the Moscow region raises concerns about environmental conservation and urban expansion balancing.

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European Assistance to Ukraine and Political Obstacles

European policy and assistance towards the war in Ukraine is being hindered by political obstacles, particularly from Hungary. Despite this, there is a growing awareness of the need for long-term commitment and a realization that the conflict will continue for several years, possibly even beyond 2025. The challenge lies in managing political challenges, maintaining momentum, and securing funding, as well as making tough decisions regarding defense planning and aid strategies.

Support for Ukraine on its own and not only as a Bulwark

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The UK's Long-Term Support in the Ukraine Conflict

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Introduction

3min

Hungary's Actions and the Changing Perspective of Europeans

5min

Challenges in Developing a Strategy

23min

Sequestering Russian Assets for Ukraine's Economic Recovery

6min

Exploring Andre Varabiov's Potential as President

3min

Early Experiences and Military Service

9min

The Rise and Fall of a Former Minister of Finance

18min

The Potential Rise of Vorobyov and His Qualities as a Successor

3min

A podcast of two halves. First of all, I look at the dilemmas and limitations facing European (EU and UK) strategy over Ukraine. Why is it so hard?

After the break, I consider another of the younger officials sometimes listed as an up-and-comer: Moscow region governor Andrei Vorobyov. Why do I not really rate him?

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