Shadow fleets in the Caspian Sea & Russia's 'General Armageddon' under house arrest
Aug 16, 2023
auto_awesome
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.
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.
Exhaustion and wear on Russian forces
The lack of troop rotations and the prolonged presence of Russian forces at the front has led to exhaustion and decreased combat effectiveness.
Importance of shadow activities
Illicit shipping and clandestine routes have played a crucial role in sustaining Russia's economy and enabling their actions during the war.
Sweden's journey and contributions
Sweden has shifted its stance, becoming more engaged in supporting Ukraine militarily. This includes recent military aid packages and ammunition support. Sweden is also actively considering joining NATO, which marks a significant change in their defense policy.
Today, we discuss developments in the humanitarian grain corridor in the Black Sea, movements in the alleged Russian spy-ring in the UK, and how Russia & Iran might be circumventing sanctions by using the Caspian Sea.
Contributors:
Dominic Nicholls (Host, Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.
Francis Dearnley (Host, Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.
Elizabeth Braw (Resident Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute). @elisabethbraw on Twitter.