Ian Garner, an expert on Russian politics, Lawrence Freedman, a war studies scholar, and Peter Ricketts, a seasoned diplomat, delve into the escalating conflict in Ukraine. They discuss the implications of the West supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine and Russia's fierce retaliation. The guests analyze public sentiment in Russia, contrasting hardline supporters with skeptics. Additionally, the potential return of Donald Trump adds another layer of complexity to the geopolitical landscape. Their insights shed light on the evolving narratives and broader consequences of this enduring conflict.

Sir Lawrence Freedman, an eminent military historian and strategist, delves into the complexities of the war in Ukraine. He discusses the stagnation in peace talks and ongoing military innovations. The implications of a potential Trump administration on U.S. support for Ukraine raise important questions. Freedman reflects on his early analyses, revealing changing perspectives on the conflict. He draws parallels between Ukraine's future and other garrison states, highlighting its evolving defense capabilities amidst the geopolitical upheaval.

Day 817.Today is a bank holiday in the United Kingdom, so we pre-recorded an interview with one of our most requested guests: Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman of the department of War Studies at King's College London. A world-renowned expert on international history and strategic theory, he is a well-known commentator on security issues, and the author of many books, including most recently: ‘Command: The Politics of Military Operations from Korea to Ukraine.’David Knowles sat down with him to discuss which country has the strategic initiative in the war, the ways the battlefront is likely to evolve over the coming months, and what experts have got right, and wrong, about the way the war has progressed.Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.