Noon On Sky News Arabia, this file was discussed with the participation of experts from Kiev and Moscow, where they discussed field tensions, the repercussions of Western support, and expectations regarding the role of the next American administration led by Donald Trump.
The war field…an unprecedented escalation
The episode opened with a review of the field conditions, where the Ukrainian side announced the downing of 50 out of 73 drones it launched. Russia During the night.
The Ukrainian intelligence service uncovered the wreckage Russian ballistic missile New targeting industrial facilities in the city of Dnipro.
On the other hand, the Russian authorities announced that air defense systems in the area Kursk It shot down 7 Ukrainian missiles and seven drones, accusing Ukraine of using foreign-made missiles in the attack.
Biden and Trump… conflicting visions about the war
The episode discussed statements by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who accused the president’s administration Joe Biden By creating obstacles to the peace efforts that the Donald Trump administration may pursue.
Peskov stressed that Russia is ready for dialogue, but it faces continued Western escalation that pushes matters toward more complexity.
From Kiev, the head of the Ukrainian Center for Communication and Dialogue, Imad Abu Al-Rub, noted that late Western support for Ukraine was initially limited, but helped it hold on and regain some areas.
He stressed that Ukraine is looking forward to additional support, especially in the field of air defenses, to confront the increasing Russian attacks.
France joins the Allies… unlimited support for Ukraine
The episode touched on the French position, as French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced that his country allows Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia out of self-defense.
Barrow stressed that Paris does not set red lines in support of Kiev, and did not rule out the participation of French soldiers in the war, which indicates a change in the positions of European countries regarding the conflict.
Russia and its new papers
The discussion covered a Financial Times report indicating that Russia had recruited hundreds of Yemenis with the help of the Houthis and sent them to fight in Ukraine.
The report explained that the recruits were promised high salaries or Russian citizenship, but were later forced to fight.
From Moscow, writer and political researcher Yevgeny Siderov denied these reports, calling them “rumors aimed at demonizing Russia.”
He added that Russia does not need foreign volunteers, pointing out its ability to achieve its military goals by relying on its regular forces.
Trump…is he changing the rules of the game?
The two guests discussed the possibility of US President-elect Donald Trump playing a role in resolving the crisis, as Siderov pointed to cautious expectations within Russia regarding Trump’s approach, but stressed that any Russian concession regarding the territories that were controlled would be considered “treason.”
On the other hand, Abu Al-Rub stressed that Trump’s success requires achieving a balance between the demands of Russia and Ukraine, warning that any bias towards one party over the other will lead to the failure of his initiative.
International law…an absent reference?
The episode focused on the issue of international law as a reference for ending the conflict, as Abu Al-Rub explained that the referendums conducted by Russia in the occupied territories violate the standards of international law, because they were conducted under conditions of mass displacement and under military control.
He stressed that the solution lies in returning to the United Nations Charter and the International Court to settle the conflict.
A complex crisis and open stakes
The episode concluded by emphasizing that the Russian-Ukrainian war has entered a new phase of escalation, in which international and regional interests are intertwined. She stressed that diplomatic solutions are still difficult to achieve in light of the continuing field escalation and disagreements between the major powers.
