Robert Guest, Foreign editor for The Economist, provides insights into Ukraine's ongoing conflict and its resilience against Russian pressure, highlighting the dire situation faced by residents. Stanley Pignol, European business and finance correspondent, discusses the ambitious need for robust international electricity networks to tackle renewable energy challenges. They explore innovative collaborations in energy interconnections, illustrating the financial and logistical hurdles in transitioning to sustainable sources while underscoring the geopolitical importance of Ukraine's sovereignty.