Ukraine: The Latest Russia ‘disguised’ its war dead as Ukrainians & Trump ‘may’ meet Zelensky at key NATO summit in The Hague
Jun 24, 2025
Vadym Prystaiko, the former ambassador of Ukraine to the UK, discusses the complexities of identifying fallen Russian soldiers disguised as Ukrainians. Tony Abbott, ex-Prime Minister of Australia, emphasizes the importance of NATO's evolving contributions during the summit. Richard Kemp, a former battalion commander, sheds light on the innovative role of sea drones in modern warfare. Robert Seely, an author and ex-MP, critiques current peace proposals while highlighting the urgent need for robust defense strategies amid geopolitical tensions.
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NATO Defense Spending Metric Shift
- NATO has shifted its defense spending metric from 2% GDP on defense to 5% on national security and resilience.
- This broader measure blurs actual defense spending, risking obfuscation and misinterpretation by publics and leaders.
Ukraine-UK Black Sea Naval Ties
- Ukrainian Ambassador Vadym Prystaiko shared how Ukraine has been collaborating with the UK on Black Sea naval defense.
- They jointly signed treaties and planned naval ports before the war, reflecting deep military cooperation.
Drones Redefine Naval Power
- Ukraine's naval success with drones has devastated the Russian Black Sea fleet despite lacking a strong navy.
- This demonstrates that modern warfare allows a smaller force to challenge larger naval powers using innovative drone tactics.