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South Korea 'may supply arms directly to Kyiv' & Ukraine's First World War

Nov 1, 2024

Joining the discussion are Venetia Rainey, co-host of the Battle Lines podcast and foreign desk veteran, Marika Mikiashvili, an analyst focused on Georgia, and Dr. Thomas Clausen, a historian exploring conflict dynamics. They dive into South Korea’s potential arms supply to Ukraine amid escalating tensions with North Korea. Historical context is examined, linking World War I's impacts to today’s conflicts. The implications of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk are also revealed, shedding light on regional power struggles and national identities.

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Dr Thomas Clausen

Marika Mikiashvili

Venetia Rainey

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Quick takeaways

The deployment of North Korean troops to Ukraine signals a dangerous escalation in military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, potentially altering the conflict's dynamics.

Georgia's political unrest following disputed elections highlights the region's ongoing struggles with legitimacy and its impact on relations with Russia and Europe.

Historical lessons from the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk emphasize the importance of military strength in negotiations, cautioning against unfavorable outcomes in modern diplomatic efforts.

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Intro

2min

Current Military Developments and Historical Context in Ukraine

5min

Geopolitical Dynamics in Ukraine and Georgia

22min

The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk: A Historical Lens on Ukraine and Russia

18min

The Lasting Impact of War: Stories from the Frontlines

4min

Struggles for Democracy in Eastern Europe

6min

Geopolitical Dynamics: South Korea's Arms Supply and Historical Parallels

3min

Day 983.

Today, we discuss the North Korean general sent to lead troops in Ukraine, hear the latest from Georgia, and consider the impact of the First World War on Putin’s worldview, and how the treaty that ended the battles of the Eastern Front serves as a warning for today.

Contributors:

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

Venetia Rainey (Co-host Battle Lines podcast). @venetiarainey on X.

Marika Mikiashvili (Analyst and Lecturer). @Mikiashvili_M on X.

Dr Thomas Clausen (Historian and Analyst). @DrThomasClausen on X.

Content Referenced:

Our sister podcast Battle Lines, which Venetia co-hosts:

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/battle-lines/id1712903296

Ukraine’s frontline is ‘crumbling’ against Russian advances, says general (The Telegraph)

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/10/30/ukraine-crumbling-russia-zelensky-victory-plan-kyiv/

North Korea’s new ICBM missile records longest flight time yet (The Telegraph)

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/10/31/north-korea-new-icbm-missile-longest-flight-time/