Is it time for Western boots in Ukraine? | Sitrep podcast
235Russia has the momentum in Ukraine right now, so is it time for a radical rethink of how we help?
James Heappey, who served four years as Armed Forces Minister, tells Sitrep we should be thinking about putting a training mission into western Ukraine along with air defence support. Professor Michael Clarke explains the potential risks and benefits of shifting our red-lines.
They also discuss the General Election and whether it will mean a shake-up or continuity for defence.
And former RAF Hercules pilot Scottie Bateman shares stories of incredible service across more than half a century by the Swiss Army Knife of tactical airlift and its crews.
Kate Gerbeau presents, with expert analysis from Professor Michael Clarke.
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00:00 – On Sitrep
01:24 – How can we better help Ukraine?
26:15 – Royal Navy 'too slow' in AI
35:47 – The story of the RAF Hercules
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