UK security adviser says Europe must endure hard winter to keep pressure on Putin
They publishedPM's top security adviser says Europe faces hard winter to keep pressure on Putin
13 Sept, 05:00ZWinter of misery looms in Ukraine as Russia steps up attacks
First reportThe Guardian · 13 Sept, 05:00Z
Latest reportBBC · 13 Sept, 05:03Z
Span1 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
UK security adviser Jonathan Powell said Europe must endure winter hardship and maintain sanctions and support for Ukraine despite energy shortages.
Why
Powell said sustained economic, military, political and diplomatic pressure could push Vladimir Putin toward negotiations.
Watch
Watch whether European governments maintain sanctions and support for Ukraine through winter gas shortages.
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Summary
- Ukraine faces a harsh winter with repeated Russian missile and drone strikes.
- Russia targets civilians, homes, hospitals, and critical infrastructure amid war.
- Ukrainian water and power systems are at risk as winter nears.
- Putin reportedly told Trump the war was going to plan despite setbacks.
- Analysts view US ambivalence and Trump’s actions as factors prolonging the conflict.
Summary
- Jonathan Powell said Europe must endure real hardship this winter to maintain economic pressure on Russia.
- He spoke in Kyiv, saying sanctions and support for Ukraine are working against Moscow.
- Powell warned against easing sanctions despite energy shortages and warned gas shortages could aid Russia.
- He argued ongoing pressure could push Putin toward negotiation, not escalation.
- Powell stressed the importance of continuing economic, military, political, and diplomatic support for Ukraine.