What we have been listening to: February 2025

As February flys by, the Defence Research Network has been tuning into some thought-provoking podcasts on security, strategy, and global affairs.

What we have been listening to: February 2025
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This month, our playlist looks at the future of Ukraine and President Trump try's to broker a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, NATO transformation in the wake of changing US priorities, and the need for Europe to step up and defend itself. Whether you’re interested in military tech, geopolitical shifts, or frontline analysis, these episodes offer valuable perspectives. Here’s what we’ve been listening to in February:

War on the Rocks | Assessing Ukraine's Prospects in 2025
War on the Rocks | Transforming NATO for the Future Fight
BBC News - Ukrainecast, Trump: Ukraine “may be Russian some day”
Is the Trump administration gearing up for talks on Ukraine?
BBC Ukrainecase | Trump: Ukraine "may be Russian some day"
BBC News - Ukrainecast, Trump calls Putin AND Zelensky to begin talks
The US president says negotiations to begin ‘immediately’
BBC Ukrainecase | Trump calls Putin AND Zelensky to begin talks
BBC News - Ukrainecast, How are Ukrainians reacting to Trump’s peace talk plans?
The country comes to terms with the US president’s negotiations announcement
BBC Ukrainecase | How are Ukrainians reacting to Trump's peace talk plans?
Is Europe ready to defend itself? - with Nicu Popescu
Under what conditions will Europe be able to resist and what should it learn from Ukraine?
UkraineWorld | Is Europe read to defend itself?

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