Anastasiia Lapatina

Anastasiia Lapatina, Lawfare's Ukraine Fellow and author of the Yours Ukrainian Substack, joins Mykhailo Soldatenko, a Legal Fellow and Harvard Law doctoral candidate, to dissect the tumultuous events in Ukraine-Russia relations. They discuss surprise attacks, troop movements, and stalled peace talks in Istanbul. The conversation delves into the complexity of prisoner exchanges, Russia's pressure tactics in negotiations, and the evolving Ukrainian identity amid conflict, emphasizing the geopolitical stakes and the implications for NATO.

Anastasiia Lapatina and Tyler McBrien, both national security experts at Lawfare, dive into urgent topics in global affairs. They discuss President Biden's potential approval for Ukraine to utilize advanced weapons against Russia, raising questions about the risks involved. The duo also breaks down the intricacies of TikTok's legal battles amid calls for a federal ban, and analyzes a controversial Israeli military operation linked to Hezbollah. Their insights reveal the complex dynamics at play in modern geopolitical conflicts.

Anastasiia Lapatina, an expert on Ukraine, and Eric Ciaramella from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace dive into the intense situation in Ukraine. They discuss the recent devastating bombings affecting major cities and the ongoing military strategies amid rising casualties. The complexity of Ukraine's military operations is highlighted, alongside political tensions and a recent cabinet reshuffle. They also explore international responses and Ukraine's territorial gains, offering a comprehensive view of the war's current dynamics.

Anastasiia Lapatina, a Ukraine Fellow at Lawfare, and Eric Ciaramella from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace dive into Ukraine's recent surprising incursion into Russian territory. They discuss the strategic implications of this bold military move, including its effects on ongoing fronts and U.S. support. The conversation also touches on morale among citizens, contrasting Ukrainian resilience and community spirit with Russian reactions, all while navigating the complexities of the political landscape in the conflict.

In this enlightening discussion, Anastasiia Lapatina, a Kyiv-based Ukraine Fellow, and Marcel Plichta, a former U.S. Department of Defense analyst, delve into Ukraine’s innovative drone campaign against Russia. They explore how advanced drone technology is reshaping warfare dynamics, including successful strikes on critical oil infrastructure. The duo highlights the psychological effects of these drone missions, their influence on global oil prices, and the contrasting manufacturing tactics between Ukraine’s decentralized production and Russia’s centralized approach.