RH 4.1.26 | Russia: Drones, Drastic Losses, and Diplomatic Drama

👉 Subscribe to The Restricted Handling Podcast  https://www.restrictedhandling.com/  Welcome to another exciting episode of The Restricted Handling Podcast, where we break down the hottest international security updates in a way that's sharp, insightful, and not afraid to have a little fun with it. In this episode, we're diving deep into the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russia's military struggles, and Hungary's questionable alliances. Oh, and don't forget about the global drone revolution that Ukraine is leading with style. If you're into drones, geopolitical drama, and Russia's growing list of problems, then you're in the right place.  First up, we've got an update on Ukraine's stunning use of drones to hit Russian oil infrastructure. If you've been following the war, you know this has been a game-changer. But today, we're breaking down how Ukraine's strikes on ports like Primorsk and Ust-Luga have wiped out 40% of Russia's oil exports. That's billions of dollars. Ukraine is hitting Russia where it hurts most—its war funding. We're talking about cutting into Russia's revenue stream just when they thought the high oil prices would give them a cushion. Talk about a power move.  Speaking of power moves, Ukrainian President Zelensky is pushing for an Orthodox Easter ceasefire, but only if Russia agrees to stop targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure first. Will Putin bite? Probably not, but the diplomatic chess match is worth watching.  And it's not just about defense—Ukraine is making big strides in global military partnerships. The country is taking its drone tech to the next level, partnering with the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar to build next-gen defense systems. Ukraine is positioning itself as a leader in the global drone market. Move over, Silicon Valley—Kyiv's got drones to sell.  Over in Russia, it's not looking so good. The military's advances have slowed, and they're scrambling to find enough soldiers to replace their mounting casualties. Russia's new tactic? Businesses are now being forced to recruit employees for military service. It's not a draft yet, but it's getting dangerously close. Russian morale is at an all-time low, and their military strategy is looking more outdated by the day.  Finally, we dive into Russia's ongoing diplomatic drama. Hungary has been cozying up to Moscow in ways that have the EU shaking its head. With leaked conversations showing Hungary's willingness to ease sanctions for Russia, it's clear that not all EU members are on the same page when it comes to standing firm against Russian aggression. Poland and Ireland are calling Hungary's actions "repulsive" and "sinister," and rightfully so. How long can Hungary keep playing both sides?  This episode is packed with all the key updates you need to know about global power dynamics, military tech, and the geopolitical chess game that's still in full swing. Don't miss it!  👉 Subscribe to The Restricted Handling Podcast  https://www.restrictedhandling.com/  Get the daily intelligence brief Ryan and Glenn read covering Russia, China, Iran, North Korea, the Middle East, geopolitics, sanctions, military, and intel operations. Save a few hours of your time getting ahead of the news cycle at restrictedhandling.com.