Bulwark Takes Trump Invites Putin To His “Board of Peace” While Kyiv Freezes (w/ Caolan Robertson)
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Jan 21, 2026 Caolan Robertson, a journalist reporting from Davos, shares his insights into the chilling consequences of Russia's winter campaign in Ukraine. He highlights the devastating humanitarian impact, with citizens facing blackouts and freezing conditions. Robertson discusses Ukraine's innovative use of drones and technology amid manpower shortages, while detailing the strain on Russia's economy. The conversation takes a curious turn as they explore Trump's controversial remarks regarding Putin, raising eyebrows about the absurdity of him being perceived as a peacemaker.
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Kyiv Faces An Unprecedented Cold And Blackouts
- Caolan Robertson describes Kyiv's coldest winter in years with the Dnieper frozen and whole districts without power.
- He recounts resilient-center tents and a mayor advising residents to temporarily leave due to uninhabitable conditions.
Energy Infrastructure Is Hard To Rebuild
- Robertson explains that destroying Soviet-era substations is especially devastating because replacement parts often no longer exist.
- He warns that repairing such infrastructure can take years and risks permanent pipe and pump damage.
Attacks Aim To Make Cities Uninhabitable
- Russia's campaign now targets habitability to force civilians to flee rather than seize territory directly.
- Robertson calls it a brutal tactic aimed at making cities uninhabitable and driving depopulation.