Ukraine: The Latest

Trump threatened Putin he'd 'bomb the sh*t out of Moscow’ & Ukraine pounded in heaviest blitz of war

Jul 9, 2025
In this conversation, Roland Oliphant, Senior Foreign Correspondent at The Telegraph, dives into the latest military escalations in Ukraine, detailing heavy missile attacks and the effectiveness of Ukrainian air defenses. He also breaks down Trump's provocative comments about bombing Moscow and discusses the evolving landscape of international diplomacy, highlighting the Coalition of the Willing. Insights into the challenges faced by both sides on the battlefield and the ongoing influence of Russian entities, like the Wagner Group, add depth to this riveting discussion.
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INSIGHT

Record Russian Drone Blitz

  • Russia launched its largest missile and drone attack in over three years, using 728 drones and 13 missiles.
  • Ukrainian air defenses intercepted most drones and missiles, showing strain of escalating attacks.
INSIGHT

Trump Softening on Putin & Russia

  • Donald Trump publicly criticized Putin's dishonesty and approved sending more weapons to Ukraine.
  • He also implied possible support for new US sanctions on Russia, signaling a shift in stance.
ANECDOTE

Trump's Moscow Bombing Threat

  • Trump claimed he threatened Putin with bombing Moscow if the invasion proceeded before he was president.
  • The precise intent and impact of this threat remain unclear but reveal Trump's dramatic rhetoric.
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