How are EU-based companies and Iranian manufacturers supporting Russia’s unprecedented drone warfare?
We uncover the chilling realities of drone warfare in Ukraine with one of the journalists behind a groundbreaking investigation into Russia’s drone supply chain, Russia’s War, Europe’s Burden.
Discover how Iranian-made kamikaze drones and European components are fueling Russia’s war efforts despite sanctions. Learn about the devastating impact of Shahed suicide drones on Ukrainian cities and the civilian toll of these relentless attacks. Featuring journalist Sanjana Varghese.
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The investigation explores the impact of drones on the battlefield and the changing nature of warfare. The conversation highlights the challenges faced during the investigation, such as navigating complex supply chains and ensuring the accessibility and relevance of the reporting.
The discussion also touches on the use of multimedia to enhance the storytelling and the potential future projects in this field.
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Chapters
- 00:00 – Introduction and recap of previous episode
- 01:47 – The use of drones in Ukraine and the changing nature of Warfare
- 06:38 – European companies supplying components to Russian drones
- 13:53 – Covert collaboration between Russia and Iran in manufacturing drones
- 19:39 – Immersive exploration of Kamikaze drones in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
- 24:16 – Challenges faced and lessons learned
- 28:12 – Future projects and conclusion
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Credits
Hosts:
- Timothy Large, director of independent media programmes at the International Press Institute (IPI)
- Milica Miletić, project and events coordinator at IPI
Guest: Sanjana Varghese
Editing and production: Timothy Large