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Ukraine: The Latest

Shadow fleets in the Caspian Sea & Russia's 'General Armageddon' under house arrest

Aug 16, 2023
Hosted by Dominic Nicholls and Francis Dearnley, this podcast brings on Elizabeth Braw, a Resident Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. The hosts and guest discuss various topics including developments in the humanitarian grain corridor in the Black Sea, movements in the alleged Russian spy-ring in the UK, and the use of the Caspian Sea to circumvent sanctions by Russia and Iran. They also delve into Russian aggression beyond military violence, the dark shipping journeys in the Caspian Sea, and Greece's role in the conflict.
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Quick takeaways

  • Pressurizing Russian logistics and targeting artillery are key strategies for Ukraine in hampering Russian forces.
  • Illicit shipping and clandestine routes play a crucial role in sustaining Russia's economy and enabling their actions during the war.

Deep dives

Advances on the Southern Front and targeting Russian artillery

Ukraine has focused on pressurizing Russian logistic lines and targeting Russian artillery pieces. They have been hampering the flow of ammunition, fuel, food, and water to the front lines, as well as destroying numerous Russian artillery pieces.

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