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Over 6000 Russian dead in Kursk, claims Kyiv & Putin 'steals' Georgian election

Oct 28, 2024

Kateryna Shenheliia-Hanapolska, a journalist from The Moscow Times, sheds light on the recent tumultuous elections in Georgia, alleging interference by Russian influence. The discussion dives into the broader implications for democracy, drawing connections to Western interests and the urgency of supporting Georgia amidst claims of election fraud. Additionally, they explore military developments in Ukraine, touching on drone attacks and international diplomatic efforts, including potential peace talks with major nations.

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Kateryna Shenheliia-Hanapolska

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Quick takeaways

Reports of significant Russian casualties in Kursk highlight the ongoing human cost of the conflict, reflecting the violence's severe impact on military forces.

Georgia's recent elections marred by allegations of fraud signal rising concerns about democratic integrity and increased Russian influence in the region.

Deep dives

Current Military Developments in Ukraine

Recent military updates indicate that the battlefronts in Ukraine have seen relatively static movements over the weekend, although the violence remains severe. While Russian forces reportedly achieved some success in areas like Levenie in the southern Zaporizhia Oblast, Ukrainian troops have maintained control of key strategic heights. In Kharkiv Oblast, both sides engaged without significant territorial gains, illustrating the ongoing stalemate in many regions. Reports also highlighted that Ukrainian forces successfully repelled attacks east of Torsk, while specific locations like Vuladar near Donetsk continue to be crucial observation points.

Intro

2min

Military and Political Tensions in Ukraine and Georgia

27min

Geopolitical Tensions in South Africa: Navigating Alliances Amidst the Ukraine Conflict

4min

The Resonance of Media in Shaping Societal Values

3min

The Battle for Truth and the Resilience of the Russian Economy

3min

The Imperative of Supporting Georgia Amidst Electoral Turmoil

4min

Day 979.

Today, further to the latest military developments, we do a deep dive into the election in Georgia over the weekend, and what the result there means not only for the future of democracy in that country, but the potential ramifications for the West as a whole.

Contributors:

Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on X.

Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @RolandOliphant on X.

With thanks to Kateryna Shenheliia-Hanapolska (The Moscow Times). @eshenheliia on X.

Articles Referenced

Georgia election ‘stolen by Putin’s puppet government’ (The Telegraph)

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/10/27/georgia-election-stolen-by-putins-puppet-government/

They want to show no one can escape’: how the long arm of Russia is reaching out for Putin critics in exile (The Guardian)

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2024/oct/28/long-arm-russia-putin-critics-in-exile

‘Modi can influence the end of war’: Zelensky (The Times of India):

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/modi-can-influence-the-end-of-war-zelenskyy/articleshow/114667946.cms

Russian economy overheating, but still powering the war against Ukraine (Washington Post):