Ukraine: The Latest Russia and North Korea fighting ‘Nazism’ in Ukraine, says Putin in first meeting with Kim Jong-un & exclusive interview with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy
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Sep 3, 2025 
In a compelling discussion, David Lammy, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, elaborates on the UK’s new sanctions against those involved in the forced deportation and indoctrination of Ukrainian children. He emphasizes the moral obligation to protect these vulnerable individuals amidst ongoing conflict. The conversation also touches on the significant military ties between Russia and North Korea, highlighted during a recent Beijing parade. This geopolitical backdrop underscores the urgency of international accountability in the face of rising tensions.
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Tighten Price Cap To Increase Economic Pressure
- Policymakers lowered the Russian oil price cap from $60 to $47.6 to tighten economic pressure on Moscow.
- Continue coordinating sanctions and export controls to sustain pressure while monitoring circumvention risks.
Mass Drone Attacks Remain Central To Russian Strategy
- Russia launched a large aerial attack using 502 Shahed drones plus cruise missiles, showing persistent drone-centric tactics.
- Ukraine claimed high interception rates, but remaining strikes caused fires and injuries across multiple regions.
Russian Map Revealed Ambitions Beyond Annexed Regions
- A Russian Defence Ministry map publicly showed objectives extending beyond annexed regions to include Mykolaiv and Odessa.
- The display signals expansive territorial ambitions and serves as a deliberate political message amid heightened tensions.