Daniel Davis Deep Dive Russia Attacks Using NEW ORESHNIK MISSILE /Alexander Mercouris & Lt Col Daniel Davis
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Jan 9, 2026 
In this engaging discussion, political commentator Alexander Mercouris, known for his insights on Russian affairs, joins Lt Col Daniel Davis. They dive into the implications of Russia's new Oreshnik missile, questioning its targeted strikes and broader strategic messages to Europe. The duo explores the psychological toll on Kyiv's civilians, the inadequacy of Western air defenses, and the unrealistic political rhetoric from European leaders. Mercouris also calls for direct negotiations with Putin, criticizing the ongoing military stance that prolongs conflict.
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Sustained Strikes Are Crushing Morale
- Repeated strikes are degrading Ukrainian infrastructure, utilities, and morale during winter.
- Mercouris warns Kiev risks becoming a 'ghost city' as residents leave amid blackouts and cold.
Air-Defense Calls Overlook Oreshnik Limits
- Western calls for more air defenses miss the point that no current system can reliably stop Oreshnik.
- Mercouris criticizes rhetoric from leaders like Kaja Kallas as disconnected from battlefield realities.
Paris Promises Versus Reality
- Paris declarations (800,000 trained troops, multinational hubs) are politically ambitious and logistically unrealistic.
- Mercouris calls Macron's figures 'fantasy' given Ukraine's collapsing infrastructure and manpower limits.