James Kilner and Daniel Hardaker, foreign correspondents for The Telegraph, delve into the fallout from the assassination of Russian General Kirilov. They discuss Ukraine's new laser weapon system capable of targeting aircraft, highlighting its strategic implications. The conversation also covers ecological damage along the Black Sea, health concerns surrounding opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza's family, and shifting geopolitical alliances, including North Korea's involvement with Russian forces and growing tensions in the South Caucasus.

James Kilner, Moscow Desk correspondent for The Telegraph, and Hayley Dixon, Special correspondent for The Telegraph, delve into Russia's shifting war strategies and economic troubles. They discuss a significant decline in Russian air strikes and the innovative—notorious—use of honey traps by the Kremlin in espionage, highlighting a wild case involving a spy ring. The duo also unpacks the dire implications of civilian-targeting drone warfare and the evolving tactics of Russian intelligence, showcasing the unique blend of old methods and modern technology.

Dominic Nicholls, Associate Editor of Defence at The Telegraph, and James Kilner, Moscow Desk correspondent, delve into the evolving military dynamics in Ukraine. They discuss the unsettling revelation of Ukrainian military positions via Google Maps and the implications of drone warfare. Ordinary Russians' complex perspectives on the war are explored, alongside the grim content of a Russian military manual outlining mass grave construction. The anticipation surrounding the U.S. election results adds an intriguing layer to global geopolitical tensions.

James Rothwell, a Berlin Correspondent for The Telegraph, discusses the strategic shifts in Donetsk amid Russian advances. James Kilner reports live from the BRICS summit, shedding light on Russia’s attempts to bolster alliances during ongoing conflicts. Meanwhile, Nate Ostiller shares insights from Tbilisi, where protests erupt following contested elections, stirring political unrest. The conversation spans international relations, military strategies, and North Korea's rising involvement in the conflict, all underscoring the multifaceted global ramifications of the war.

James Kilner, the Telegraph's Russia correspondent, discusses the high-stakes BRICS summit in Kazan, revealing Putin's ambitions for a multipolar world amidst shifting global alliances. Nicola Smith, East Asia correspondent, dives into the troubling potential for North Korean troops to join the fight in Ukraine, highlighting the implications for Western Pacific security. Together, they unpack how these developments may reshape international relations and impact issues like Moldova's chaotic elections and regional security in East Asia.