Ukraine’s Fire Point displays its FP-9 ballistic missile, with a claimed range of up to 855 km, at a defense exhibition in Denmark, August 2026
I joined Ukrainian journalist Daniel Tkiie on Monday for a 21-minute analysis of latest developments in Russia’s 4 1/2-year full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
We begin with the prospect that Kyiv could launch ballistic missile strikes inside Russia by the end of 2026, as its drone attacks cause further damage to Russian military, oil, and economic targets.
Can the counter-attacks blunt Russia’s attempt this winter to force Ukrainian surrender through its ballistic missile assault on energy infrastructure and civilians?
I evaluate if Ukraine can fill its gap in anti-ballistic missile defense with support from Europe, as the Trump Administration stands aside during its failed War on Iran. I summarize the battle within the Administration over support for Ukrainian and European security.
I summarize the latest on Trump’s War on Iran, and I note Donald Trump’s tantrum threatening the alliance with South Korea as he hopes for a hug from North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un.
