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The latest on the Russia-Ukraine war

Oct 9, 2026 · 5m

Summary

Sean Bell analyzes the Miami talks between Ukrainian, European, and US envoys, noting that progress is unlikely as Russia escalates attacks on energy infrastructure to counter Ukraine’s new FP7 ballistic missile. He highlights the complex geopolitical trade-offs involving Iran and argues that Russia’s manpower shortages and domestic economic strain are critical vulnerabilities.

Topics discussed

Intro and Miami peace talks overview Escalation and Ukraine's new ballistic missile US strategy, Iran, and European support Assessment of Trump envoys and negotiation prospects Russian domestic impact and manpower crisis
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