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RH 3.27.26 | Russia, Drones, Oil Strikes & US Shifts


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This episode of The Restricted Handling Podcast takes you straight into the heart of the action with Russia, Ukraine, and the shifting tides of global power. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to drone strikes that hit Russia's oil infrastructure, we're breaking down all the big moves happening on the international stage.

Russia is stepping up its partnership with Iran, supplying drones and satellite intelligence, shaking up the US and Israeli strategies in the Middle East. You've got to wonder how much more Moscow and Tehran will be able to collaborate before this becomes the next big flashpoint.

Meanwhile, Ukraine is making waves with its counteroffensive, liberating more territory in the south and pushing back on Russia's Spring 2026 plans. The battle for Donetsk's "Fortress Belt" continues to be a nail-biter. Ukrainian drones are taking aim at Russia's oil infrastructure, slowing down Moscow's revenue stream and turning the fight into a war of attrition. Can Russia keep its economy fueled while fighting a war on multiple fronts?

The US is reevaluating its support for Ukraine as the conflict in Iran ramps up. The Pentagon is now considering diverting weapons intended for Ukraine to support operations in the Middle East. Is this the beginning of the end for the US's blank check for Ukraine? With the US preoccupied by escalating tensions in Iran, Zelenskyy's calls for continued military aid are getting harder to ignore.

Over in Hungary, things are heating up as Prime Minister Orbán faces a tough election. His government is tightening its grip on Ukraine with more anti-Ukraine rhetoric and a veto on EU aid. As Hungary and Ukraine square off, Orbán is turning his "pro-peace" stance into a major talking point as he tries to rally his base.

Not to be outdone, Russia is doubling down on its efforts to strengthen its internal economy. Putin is calling on oligarchs to help fund the war effort, hoping the country's richest citizens will help bankroll his ambitions. Meanwhile, the UK is cracking down on Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers, sending a strong message that the West won't let Russia skirt sanctions without consequences.

From the battlefield to the boardrooms, from Ukraine's fight to global oil wars, today's episode covers it all with the latest intel on what's driving the global security landscape.

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