Faisal Islam

Join Europe editor Katya Adler, who analyzes EU politics and diplomacy, and The Economist's defense editor Shashank Joshi, as they explore Russia's alarming assertion of readiness for war with Europe. They dissect Putin's strategic messages, highlighting Russia's preference for battlefield gains over negotiations. BBC Economics Editor Faisal Islam sheds light on the UK government's moves towards a new European defense fund and potential closer ties with the EU, revealing the economic implications of these shifts.