Russia will increase gas production by 7.6% in 2024 to 685 bln cubic meters due to increased exports and demand on the domestic market, as well as the development of the petrochemical industry. At the same time, Russian pipeline gas exports grew by 15.6%, while LNG exports increased by 4%, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak wrote in his column for the Energy Policy magazine. "The gas industry is experiencing a recovery in production after a decline in previous years, which is due to growing demand on the domestic market, the development of the petrochemical industry, and growing export gas supplies. At the end of 2024, gas production reached around 685 bln cubic meters (+7.6% compared to 2023)," Novak noted. Pipeline gas exports increased by 15.6% to over 119 bln cubic meters, LNG - by 4% to 47.2 bln cubic meters. Novak noted that gas production has also started at the Severo-Chaselskoye field with an annual production of over 3 bln cubic meters of natural gas and 0.1 mln tons of gas condensate. Industrial production of hydrocarbons has started at the Achimov deposits of the Urengoy field in Russia’s Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District. The new production complex will ensure the annual supply of up to 5 bln cubic meters of gas and 1.5 mln tons of condensate. Earlier, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated that gas production in Russia in 2024 will increase by 7% to 682 bln cubic meters. The IEA also increased its estimate of Russia's gas production in 2025 to 693 bln cubic meters (+1.6% by 2024) from the previously expected 687 bln cubic meters.
@@alphasixty1316 Don't forget that, when compared to the amount of energy one gets from a similar amount of natural gas from America, oil is still much, much more expensive, with a long way down still to go.
Giving Ukraine everything it needs to win this war and Ukrainian integration into NATO and the EU is the west’s best self defense.Anything less will not bring lasting peace and reconstruction to Ukraine.
LOL Not even Zelenskyy is talking about "winning" any such war these days. Put down the pipe, and have a look at that Russian flag flying in the centre of Chasiv Yar. "Winning"? Get off....
@@junkscience6397if ukraine got everything it would def win. Its just that ukraine is being drip fed so they have to fight one hand behind their back.
Russia's international reserves amounted to $619.7 billion as of January 24, 2025 having increased by $10 billion in a week, the Bank of Russia reported. "International reserves as of the close of business on January 24, 2025 stood at $619.7 bln, having increased over the week by $10 bln or by 1.6%, predominantly as a result of positive revaluation," the regulator informed. As of January 17, the volume of reserves amounted to $609.7 billion. Russia’s international reserves are highly liquid foreign assets available with the Bank of Russia and the Russian Government. They comprise foreign currency, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), a reserve position in the International Monetary Fund and monetary gold. The target level of the Central Bank for international reserves is $500 bln. After the start of Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine, Western countries imposed sanctions against the Bank of Russia. In addition to freezing the gold and foreign exchange reserves of the Russian Federation, all operations related to the management of the reserves and assets of the Central Bank, as well as operations with any legal entity acting on behalf of or on the instructions of the Central Bank, were banned.
He’s gotta he going through people tasting his food the way he’s going through people on the front. I’m sure there’s people who would rather be runny Russia than him by now
India could be an optimal host for talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US leader Donald Trump, Fyodor Lukyanov, the research director of the Valdai discussion club, told TASS in an interview. "I would say that, hypothetically speaking, India would be the most suitable option. It remains to be seen, though, whether that country will find it beneficial to act in this capacity," he said. Lukyanov believes that the country where the talks between the two leaders could be held "should be truly neutral and in no way involved in the conflict on either side." "Practically the entire West is involved on Ukraine’s behalf. The usual locations for such an event-Helsinki, Geneva, or Vienna-are no longer viable. Consequently, the focus shifts to the Global South," he noted. "Traditionally, the Gulf monarchies-Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates-have played a significant role in recent years, but there are some considerations here. Both are key allies and partners of the United States, although as potential hosts, they remain viable options." On January 21, Trump said he did not rule out a complete halt to US arms deliveries to Kiev. He also stated he was ready to meet with the Russian president whenever convenient. At the same time, Trump hinted that tougher sanctions against Russia might follow if Moscow refused to negotiate a deal on Ukraine. Earlier, he said he would like to meet with the Russian leader as soon as possible. Putin emphasized that Russia had never refused to engage in dialogue with the United States.
Loving the Tankie and Cav jockeying guys. Brilliant journalism and content with an outstanding insight for many people who haven’t had the insight into the world of armoured warfare . Fare Thee Well (5innsDG)
On the issue of tanks. I think that they still have a place, but it is notable that some of the heavier western tanks have not done particularly well in Ukraine. This is due to lack of agility and sometimes just getting stuck in difficult terrain. A large part of their bulk is due to their armour, to protect the crew. I suspect that in the future we will see a combination of manned MBTs working together with unmanned semi-autonomous tank-like systems that are much less bulky and more agile.
Thought crossing the T is hitting the front of ships with your fleet sideways in the action so your fleet can bring all its guns to bare on enemy as opposed to enemy fleet who can only bring thier front guns to bare because they are in a line. Tank battles are almost (ideally) the opposite, show your front armour and hit the sides of the enemy. One gun though...
I would imagine he was using the T as a loose analogy. Infilidation was also mention, which is, of course closer to the situation. Technology changes, but sometimes lessons from the past still have value.
I know the thumbnail is important, but I have gotten used to the Ukraine flag, and have almost missed the video a couple of times. Please make sure there is something identifying in the image?
Consider compulsory 2 years public service that includes recruitment for 2 six week phases of military training (basic phase and specialty phase). 80% of those serving will not be near the combat line. That 80% Serve in military logistical support, public fire departments, auxiliary police, hospital medics; remodeling and reconstruction on battle damaged communities, roads and transportation systems ; & miscellaneous community services. That compulsory service for men ages 18 to 35. Allow some deferments to complete some educational specialties; eg nursing, medical & etc. The rate of recruitment depends on the capacity at the Basic Military Training (BMT) facilities. Need to train the trainers to become qualified for BMT. Encourage women to serve and provide BMT facilities & trainers. The 20 % going to combat line to will be added to backfill into brigades where the existing experienced combatants share survival knowledge and skills.
At least he's not talking about "Almaty" tanks in this episode. Thankfully he no longer talks about "Abraham" tanks after Dom publicly shamed him on that one. Also, I wonder where he thinks these laser defences are going to draw their power from, given his claims they can take out thousands of FPV drones...
Yesterday our hosts reported that the North Koreans had withdrawn from the front (albeit temporarily). In reality nobody has so far spotted any North Koreans anywhere near the LoC.
I think that characterising the Soviet forces at Kursk as purely relying on numbers, is an oversimplification at best. Where should I begin? First, the Soviets had a slight edge in CAS aircraft. Second, they allowed the Germans to attack, and this was to their advantage. Third, this Soviet force was far better that in the past; very capable Guards units, the latest equipment and good officers.
Germany's gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to show an annual decline of 0.4% in the fourth quarter, the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) said in its preliminary report published on Thursday. The figure was also predicted to decrease by 0.2% compared to the previous trimester. Calendar and price adjusted, it was projected to drop by 0.2% year-on-year. The document underscored "significantly lower" exports as one of the reasons behind the fall, underpinned by a rise in household and government final consumption expenditures.
Eurozone's gross domestic product (GDP) stood flat in the fourth quarter of 2024 when compared to the previous three-month period, the European Union's statistical office Eurostat revealed on Thursday in its first flash estimate. In the entire European Union, the reading was up 0.1% for the same period, quarter on quarter. Meanwhile, year over year, GDP growth was at 0.9% in the euro area and at 1.1% in the EU. For the entire 2024, the economy in the euro area gained 0.7% and 0.8% in the EU. By state, Italy registered the highest increase in the fourth quarter, with its economy rising 1.5% quarter on quarter. Meanwhile, Ireland registered the largest fall, with its gross domestic product tumbling 1.3%
Meanwhile in real life Zelenskyy military intelligence chief and incorrigible optimist Budanov said that Ukraine had only 6 months left before a total collapse. Currently we see a cumulative effect of an attrition strategy implemented by Russians. For a long time it seems nothing changes on the map, but then we see rapid collapse. "The main object of operations should not be the territory, but the enemy's army. If the army runs out, the territory will come by itself. " Helmut von Moltke Senior. This war proved once more that old Moltke was right. Zelenskyy troops in Pokrovsk area (Pokrovsk is a key logistical hub that Zelenskyy is about to lose) and further south, mostly consist of hapless cannon fodder kidnapped off the streets. They are totally disorganized and demoralized. Ukrainian army is ripe for collapse and Budanov gets it.
I had missed several episodes of Ukraine the latest hosted by David Knowles who was totally brilliant. His absence on the podcast made me to do a Google search, which showed he passed away in Gibraltar of a heart attack at the age of 32. Heart attacks do happen at 32, but they are extremely, extremely rare, especially for people like David who was in pretty good physical health. We lost a great man. But I do suspect foul play. He was on the banned list of Putin who is a known assassin. Maybe there is more to the story which needs to be further investigated.
@@williamtell6750 Is that for heart attacks or *fatal* heart attacks. Also it is really strange for a posh Brit with an interest in the Ukraine and Eastern Europe to be hanging out in the armpit that is Gibraltar.
What a nonsense abt Britain's new tank: only the turret is made by Rheinmetall, the hull and engine are old British made, refurbished but old (and the engine is a Perkins, not the same as the Leopard has)
Multiple sources have reported that Russia is close to beginning serial production of a new derivative of the Iskander-M ballistic missile system, the official designation of which has not been confirmed. The new missile is expected to double the 500 kilometre range of the original system both by using a new more efficient engine, and by increasing fuel carriage by an estimate 15 percent. The resulting 1000km projected range has led the system to be colloquially dubbed the Iskander-1000. The first significant indications that the new missile class may be under development emerged in May 2024 in a video commemorating the 78th anniversary of the Kapustin Yar missile test site. The missiles have been speculated by Russian sources to be intended for deployment in Russia’s westernmost territory of Kaliningrad which would place it in range of targets across much of Central and Western Europe as well as the Baltic Sea. Russia began to introduce longer ranged tactical missiles into service from late 2023, with the deployment of North Korea KN-23B missile systems in the country confirmed in January 2024. The Korean missile class benefits from many of the same mobility and flight performance characteristics as the Iskander-M, but boasts a longer 900km range and carries a warhead several times as large. There has been speculation that the KN-23B was never exported to Russia, and that the missile systems were instead deployed by Korean People’s Army units that deployed to support the Russian war effort in Ukraine. Russia subsequently in November 2024 unveiled its first indigenous longer ranged tactical ballistic missile class, the Oreshnik, although this much larger missile was in an entirely different category with a long 4000 kilometre range, carriage of multiple warheads, and a flight profile more comparable to those of intercontinental range ballistic missiles. The introduction of a new extended range variant of the Iskander-M will thus fill an important place in the Russian arsenal between the original Iskander-M and the Oreshnik, and could in the longer term reduce Russia’s reliance on the Korean KN-23B. The decision to develop the new Iskander variant is speculated to have been as a result of the Russian Armed Forces’ positive assessments of the North Korean system’s capabilities. The course of development is considered comparable to that of the KN-23B, which was similarly conceptualised as an enlarged and extended ranged variant of the baseline KN-23 which had a comparable range and size to the original Iskander-M. Military Watch Magazine
Brand new British tank the Challenger 3 will soon be flying the British flag in Ukraine. It will have a German tank barrel, German powerful engine and is being built by Germans at Rheinmetal in Germany. No part of it will be British except the flag and the name. In all honesty it’s a rip off of the Leopard 2. The land that invented the tank has only museum pieces now. We are sinking fast.
If Chasovia has fallen or is about to fall why does this podcast still insist on Ukraine is winning narrative. Just in January alone the Russians have liberated Kurakhove, VelykaNovaslika and Chasovia these were very fortified towns
The Telegraph's podcasts are the best. Just one small thing. Please drop the inane "2.0" that comes from the software industry (nothing to do with e.g. the stroke of someone's BMW engine). Just say "second [term]" or "precidency 2". Or use quotation marks in print. And while I am at it as one who lives in a country that is the victim of real life trolling with 11 tonne anchors, "trolling" refers to fishing. "Do not feed the trolls" should be "do not swallow the bait". Tack för ordet.
Russia claimed it would put more turtle tanks in the field. These reportedly are less vulnerable to drones. Where are they? What is this just another empty threat by the Russians?
Unfortunately this podcast fails to realise and for good reasons that this war is not about casualtiesbut about territory. Of what use are your casualty numbers when they dont translate into territory. Chasovia has fallen, Ugledar, marinka,Novomihailovka, Ocheretino, VelykaNovaslika, Kurakhove, Advidka all that territory falling to one side that is poorly equipped ,poorly trained, poorly fed
Thats what Russia WANTS it to he about, but thats not really true. Russian casualities and economic problems have FAR exceeded Russian territorial gaines. That spells a slow victory for Ukraine, and eventually the land will be abandoned or retaken by Ukraine.
@@dearmas9068"Another Ukrainian Brigade Is Disintegrating As It Deploys To Pokrovsk The 157th Mechanized Brigade ‘did not undergo the necessary combat training.’" Forbes: an 27, 2025,01:57am EST
It might seem that Russia is winning but the cost to Russia in equipment manpower is unsustainable.As Ukraine steps up its drone attacks on key Russian infrastructure there will come the day when they realize the war is unwinnable.Ukraine just needs to stick it out for another 2 years.
@@dearmas9068 BBC and Media Zona have used a scientific methodology to put Russian casualties at 88,000 since start of SMO. That is far lower than the rectally derived numbers coming from Ukraine regime and parroted in the West.
In the last two weeks four elite athletes from the Ukraine have escaped from the country. The most known/successful is four time rowing champion and 'master of sport' [for the Ukraine] Larisa Zhalinkaya ...or as the Ukrainian government calls her Larisa Zhalinska. The rower claims that the VSU is forcibly conscripting athletes. Here's the report from the UA government "Larisa Zhalinska, a Ukrainian rower, member of Ukraine's national team, and an internationally classified Master of Sports of Ukraine, has moved to the Russian Federation. Her actions and statements suggest support for the unprovoked armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. Additionally, they indicate attempts to undermine trust in Ukraine’s Defense Forces, as well as betrayal of national interests and the Ukrainian state."
@terryross2388 The IMF referred to one aspect of the Russian economy. An overheated economy can statistically appear to grow, but it doesn't mean the economy is healthy. Nor did the IMF take into account the impact of the latest sanctions
@@awf6554 IMF never simply refers to a single aspect of an economy. They do a full report. Russia is now the worlds 4th largest economy and dwarfs economies like the UK.
A week ago HdBG reported that the lease of the Tartus naval basis had been terminated. In reality, negatotiatons about continuing the Russian presence in Syria are ongoing.
Good to hear the Australian is still ok
He is not ok
Tuning into "Ukraine: The Latest" is a strange
experience, like listening to a broadcast from
another dimension.
Propaganda
CRINK Alliance closing in, expect more dire if not stopped.
I remember ‘Comical Ali’. It reminded of him. It’s tragic
Interesting that a Sovjet person should have a Welsh name. Tune your bots. Better.
Russia will increase gas production by 7.6% in 2024 to 685 bln cubic meters due to increased exports and demand on the domestic market, as well as the development of the petrochemical industry. At the same time, Russian pipeline gas exports grew by 15.6%, while LNG exports increased by 4%, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak wrote in his column for the Energy Policy magazine.
"The gas industry is experiencing a recovery in production after a decline in previous years, which is due to growing demand on the domestic market, the development of the petrochemical industry, and growing export gas supplies. At the end of 2024, gas production reached around 685 bln cubic meters (+7.6% compared to 2023)," Novak noted.
Pipeline gas exports increased by 15.6% to over 119 bln cubic meters, LNG - by 4% to 47.2 bln cubic meters.
Novak noted that gas production has also started at the Severo-Chaselskoye field with an annual production of over 3 bln cubic meters of natural gas and 0.1 mln tons of gas condensate. Industrial production of hydrocarbons has started at the Achimov deposits of the Urengoy field in Russia’s Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District. The new production complex will ensure the annual supply of up to 5 bln cubic meters of gas and 1.5 mln tons of condensate.
Earlier, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated that gas production in Russia in 2024 will increase by 7% to 682 bln cubic meters. The IEA also increased its estimate of Russia's gas production in 2025 to 693 bln cubic meters (+1.6% by 2024) from the previously expected 687 bln cubic meters.
Searching questions from Dom and masterful answers from Hamish on tanks and their use in modern circumstances.
I support peace.We need to end this war.
Correct. Russia needs to withdraw to their 1992 borders. That includes Georgia and Moldova too.
@@GlanderBrondurgrussia has no need for that. It's ukraine that needs that
@@GlanderBrondurg😅😅😅😅😅dreaming again
Looks to me that people have become aware of the true facts about Ukrain And relegated Ukrain The Latest to fantasy.
@LynRegan ♥️ Peace.
I would buy myself a pint if trump gets the oil price down to $55 until that happens I will remain teatotal
don't forget, during Trump's first term the WTI oil price dropped to negative $37 ($-37) per barrel. 20 April 2020
@@evilaquaman Don't forget, COVID lock-downs had a major impact on that.
Don't forget, if the price of oil is that low ,economies are in real trouble.
@@alphasixty1316 Don't forget that, when compared to the amount of energy one gets from a similar amount of natural gas from America, oil is still much, much more expensive, with a long way down still to go.
A pint for every Dollar 😅😅😅.
Giving Ukraine everything it needs to win this war and Ukrainian integration into NATO and the EU is the west’s best self defense.Anything less will not bring lasting peace and reconstruction to Ukraine.
Absolutely
LOL Not even Zelenskyy is talking about "winning" any such war these days. Put down the pipe, and have a look at that Russian flag flying in the centre of Chasiv Yar. "Winning"? Get off....
derp
@@junkscience6397if ukraine got everything it would def win. Its just that ukraine is being drip fed so they have to fight one hand behind their back.
Thanks fr the US. We appreciate your work.
Russia's international reserves amounted to $619.7 billion as of January 24, 2025 having increased by $10 billion in a week, the Bank of Russia reported.
"International reserves as of the close of business on January 24, 2025 stood at $619.7 bln, having increased over the week by $10 bln or by 1.6%, predominantly as a result of positive revaluation," the regulator informed.
As of January 17, the volume of reserves amounted to $609.7 billion.
Russia’s international reserves are highly liquid foreign assets available with the Bank of Russia and the Russian Government. They comprise foreign currency, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), a reserve position in the International Monetary Fund and monetary gold. The target level of the Central Bank for international reserves is $500 bln.
After the start of Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine, Western countries imposed sanctions against the Bank of Russia. In addition to freezing the gold and foreign exchange reserves of the Russian Federation, all operations related to the management of the reserves and assets of the Central Bank, as well as operations with any legal entity acting on behalf of or on the instructions of the Central Bank, were banned.
So proud of Ukraine 🇺🇦
For believing in the west?
America hater
@@steffyscarpechi5864 anti war
I'd be proud of the Ukrainian people, but they need to get rid of Zelensky.
Me too
He’s gotta he going through people tasting his food the way he’s going through people on the front. I’m sure there’s people who would rather be runny Russia than him by now
I would be more worried about Zelensky. He is not even the elected President since March 2024.
❤Ukraine ❤
India could be an optimal host for talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US leader Donald Trump, Fyodor Lukyanov, the research director of the Valdai discussion club, told TASS in an interview.
"I would say that, hypothetically speaking, India would be the most suitable option. It remains to be seen, though, whether that country will find it beneficial to act in this capacity," he said.
Lukyanov believes that the country where the talks between the two leaders could be held "should be truly neutral and in no way involved in the conflict on either side."
"Practically the entire West is involved on Ukraine’s behalf. The usual locations for such an event-Helsinki, Geneva, or Vienna-are no longer viable. Consequently, the focus shifts to the Global South," he noted. "Traditionally, the Gulf monarchies-Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates-have played a significant role in recent years, but there are some considerations here. Both are key allies and partners of the United States, although as potential hosts, they remain viable options."
On January 21, Trump said he did not rule out a complete halt to US arms deliveries to Kiev. He also stated he was ready to meet with the Russian president whenever convenient. At the same time, Trump hinted that tougher sanctions against Russia might follow if Moscow refused to negotiate a deal on Ukraine. Earlier, he said he would like to meet with the Russian leader as soon as possible. Putin emphasized that Russia had never refused to engage in dialogue with the United States.
Loving the Tankie and Cav jockeying guys. Brilliant journalism and content with an outstanding insight for many people who haven’t had the insight into the world of armoured warfare . Fare Thee Well (5innsDG)
Thx folks
Ua tankers rule ❤❤❤❤🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
On the issue of tanks. I think that they still have a place, but it is notable that some of the heavier western tanks have not done particularly well in Ukraine. This is due to lack of agility and sometimes just getting stuck in difficult terrain. A large part of their bulk is due to their armour, to protect the crew. I suspect that in the future we will see a combination of manned MBTs working together with unmanned semi-autonomous tank-like systems that are much less bulky and more agile.
Slava Ukraini!
Save urine
That slogan is Sounding kind of tired and empty these days. Hopefully it will all be over soon.
The introduction ,featueing Zelensky is particularly disturbindg
disturbindg? Russian your first language perhaps?
Thought crossing the T is hitting the front of ships with your fleet sideways in the action so your fleet can bring all its guns to bare on enemy as opposed to enemy fleet who can only bring thier front guns to bare because they are in a line. Tank battles are almost (ideally) the opposite, show your front armour and hit the sides of the enemy. One gun though...
Correct, as per the Nelson touch.
I would imagine he was using the T as a loose analogy. Infilidation was also mention, which is, of course closer to the situation. Technology changes, but sometimes lessons from the past still have value.
I know the thumbnail is important, but I have gotten used to the Ukraine flag, and have almost missed the video a couple of times. Please make sure there is something identifying in the image?
Well, its about time to change to the Russian flag at any rate
@@Pasta_watcher 3 cheers for the red, white, and blue.
Consider compulsory 2 years public service that includes recruitment for 2 six week phases of military training (basic phase and specialty phase).
80% of those serving will not be near the combat line. That 80% Serve in military logistical support, public fire departments, auxiliary police, hospital medics; remodeling and reconstruction on battle damaged communities, roads and transportation systems ; & miscellaneous community services.
That compulsory service for men ages 18 to 35. Allow some deferments to complete some educational specialties; eg nursing, medical & etc.
The rate of recruitment depends on the capacity at the Basic Military Training (BMT) facilities. Need to train the trainers to become qualified for BMT. Encourage women to serve and provide BMT facilities & trainers.
The 20 % going to combat line to will be added to backfill into brigades where the existing experienced combatants share survival knowledge and skills.
Imagine how many tank crews were taken out during world war two and if each one of them had its own individual podcast for fifty minutes.
Dom. The human wave.
Not every problem has a solution. They didn't expect the tank to be there, but it was.
Those are the deadly fragments attacking 😂
Check your spellchecker Hamish. Russian 'oblasts', not 'obelisks'. Brilliant insight as always. Roll on the track-heads.
At least he's not talking about "Almaty" tanks in this episode. Thankfully he no longer talks about "Abraham" tanks after Dom publicly shamed him on that one.
Also, I wonder where he thinks these laser defences are going to draw their power from, given his claims they can take out thousands of FPV drones...
Thanks TT!
Thanks for explaining all.... 😅
He'll send some more North Koreans to the front line. North Korea is dependent on trade with Russia specifically producing munitions.
That doesn't' sound like an effective strategy for winning wars, or keeping allies.
@@drewmalesky9869 Russia only makes alliances with dictators, not countries
Yesterday our hosts reported that the North Koreans had withdrawn from the front (albeit temporarily). In reality nobody has so far spotted any North Koreans anywhere near the LoC.
Schrodinger's North Koreans vanished as soon as Ukrainian pundits understood that they can't convince anyone with their fakes.
@@proselytizingorthodoxpente8304well said
Quick russia is running out of flag.......
I think that characterising the Soviet forces at Kursk as purely relying on numbers, is an oversimplification at best. Where should I begin?
First, the Soviets had a slight edge in CAS aircraft. Second, they allowed the Germans to attack, and this was to their advantage. Third, this Soviet force was far better that in the past; very capable Guards units, the latest equipment and good officers.
Great show
Germany's gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to show an annual decline of 0.4% in the fourth quarter, the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) said in its preliminary report published on Thursday.
The figure was also predicted to decrease by 0.2% compared to the previous trimester. Calendar and price adjusted, it was projected to drop by 0.2% year-on-year.
The document underscored "significantly lower" exports as one of the reasons behind the fall, underpinned by a rise in household and government final consumption expenditures.
The ‘Don’ will fix it.
Fantastic episode
Incredible and unbelievable indeed.
No more aid for ukraine 😂
Eurozone's gross domestic product (GDP) stood flat in the fourth quarter of 2024 when compared to the previous three-month period, the European Union's statistical office Eurostat revealed on Thursday in its first flash estimate.
In the entire European Union, the reading was up 0.1% for the same period, quarter on quarter. Meanwhile, year over year, GDP growth was at 0.9% in the euro area and at 1.1% in the EU. For the entire 2024, the economy in the euro area gained 0.7% and 0.8% in the EU.
By state, Italy registered the highest increase in the fourth quarter, with its economy rising 1.5% quarter on quarter. Meanwhile, Ireland registered the largest fall, with its gross domestic product tumbling 1.3%
*Putin wanted peace talks*
*Rejects peace talks*
Make up your mind.
Putin can't make up is his mind. Or putin has dug himself a hole and there is only one exit for him.
He has made up his mind. He wants a victory peace. Not a defeat peace.
Well, he has to learn he can't have everything he wants.
@@marisabenson1222 one exit. made of pine and right angles.
*Putin says he doesn't intend to invade Ukraine*
*He invades Ukraine*
@@gardenjoy5223 he is winning, though.
Where is the link to the video they are discussing?
Meanwhile in real life Zelenskyy military intelligence chief and incorrigible optimist Budanov said that Ukraine had only 6 months left before a total collapse. Currently we see a cumulative effect of an attrition strategy implemented by Russians. For a long time it seems nothing changes on the map, but then we see rapid collapse. "The main object of operations should not be the territory, but the enemy's army. If the army runs out, the territory will come by itself. " Helmut von Moltke Senior. This war proved once more that old Moltke was right. Zelenskyy troops in Pokrovsk area (Pokrovsk is a key logistical hub that Zelenskyy is about to lose) and further south, mostly consist of hapless cannon fodder kidnapped off the streets. They are totally disorganized and demoralized. Ukrainian army is ripe for collapse and Budanov gets it.
Please don't spread the truth😊
I had missed several episodes of Ukraine the latest hosted by David Knowles who was totally brilliant. His absence on the podcast made me to do a Google search, which showed he passed away in Gibraltar of a heart attack at the age of 32. Heart attacks do happen at 32, but they are extremely, extremely rare, especially for people like David who was in pretty good physical health. We lost a great man. But I do suspect foul play. He was on the banned list of Putin who is a known assassin. Maybe there is more to the story which needs to be further investigated.
Incidence is 16.9 in 100000. That's not "extremely, extremely rare".
@@williamtell6750 Is that for heart attacks or *fatal* heart attacks. Also it is really strange for a posh Brit with an interest in the Ukraine and Eastern Europe to be hanging out in the armpit that is Gibraltar.
Depends on whether he was vaccinated.
@@robertsteele474 there is zero link between heart attack and vaccination
What a nonsense abt Britain's new tank: only the turret is made by Rheinmetall, the hull and engine are old British made, refurbished but old (and the engine is a Perkins, not the same as the Leopard has)
Multiple sources have reported that Russia is close to beginning serial production of a new derivative of the Iskander-M ballistic missile system, the official designation of which has not been confirmed. The new missile is expected to double the 500 kilometre range of the original system both by using a new more efficient engine, and by increasing fuel carriage by an estimate 15 percent. The resulting 1000km projected range has led the system to be colloquially dubbed the Iskander-1000. The first significant indications that the new missile class may be under development emerged in May 2024 in a video commemorating the 78th anniversary of the Kapustin Yar missile test site. The missiles have been speculated by Russian sources to be intended for deployment in Russia’s westernmost territory of Kaliningrad which would place it in range of targets across much of Central and Western Europe as well as the Baltic Sea.
Russia began to introduce longer ranged tactical missiles into service from late 2023, with the deployment of North Korea KN-23B missile systems in the country confirmed in January 2024. The Korean missile class benefits from many of the same mobility and flight performance characteristics as the Iskander-M, but boasts a longer 900km range and carries a warhead several times as large. There has been speculation that the KN-23B was never exported to Russia, and that the missile systems were instead deployed by Korean People’s Army units that deployed to support the Russian war effort in Ukraine.
Russia subsequently in November 2024 unveiled its first indigenous longer ranged tactical ballistic missile class, the Oreshnik, although this much larger missile was in an entirely different category with a long 4000 kilometre range, carriage of multiple warheads, and a flight profile more comparable to those of intercontinental range ballistic missiles. The introduction of a new extended range variant of the Iskander-M will thus fill an important place in the Russian arsenal between the original Iskander-M and the Oreshnik, and could in the longer term reduce Russia’s reliance on the Korean KN-23B. The decision to develop the new Iskander variant is speculated to have been as a result of the Russian Armed Forces’ positive assessments of the North Korean system’s capabilities. The course of development is considered comparable to that of the KN-23B, which was similarly conceptualised as an enlarged and extended ranged variant of the baseline KN-23 which had a comparable range and size to the original Iskander-M.
Military Watch Magazine
Ok Troll 2 year account younger than the conflict 😅😅😅😅
Will the challenger 3 use the L/44 or L/55 barrel?
Grandma Putin is getting old.
He is younger than the POTUS
@@terryross2388 both two can drop
I would caution against making blanket assumptions on the back of a single video clip
I'm starting to think Russians don't know the difference between drones and "fragments"
Maybe they got a copy of the SBU dictionary?
Russians don’t, but Putin does
Thanks for the update “ Ukraine The Latest “ … 💙💛💙
Brand new British tank the Challenger 3 will soon be flying the British flag in Ukraine. It will have a German tank barrel, German powerful engine and is being built by Germans at Rheinmetal in Germany. No part of it will be British except the flag and the name. In all honesty it’s a rip off of the Leopard 2. The land that invented the tank has only museum pieces now. We are sinking fast.
Exit sign is illuminated for the Kyiv gang.
If Chasovia has fallen or is about to fall why does this podcast still insist on Ukraine is winning narrative. Just in January alone the Russians have liberated Kurakhove, VelykaNovaslika and Chasovia these were very fortified towns
Shhhh this is not a place for truth and reality
that's not what the pod states, they say Ukraine is losing ground at an accelerated pace BUT at a massive human cost to Russia (who don't value life)
@@evilaquaman They don't stop to ask how Russia can be advancing, at an increasing rate, while losing a brigade every three days.
The Wehrmacht got to Moscow in 1941, the Volga in ‘42; didn’t help them win in ‘44 or ‘45.
@@evilaquamanWell said
Russia and their stupid columns, thanks Russia for not making it too hard.
The Telegraph's podcasts are the best. Just one small thing. Please drop the inane "2.0" that comes from the software industry (nothing to do with e.g. the stroke of someone's BMW engine). Just say "second [term]" or "precidency 2". Or use quotation marks in print. And while I am at it as one who lives in a country that is the victim of real life trolling with 11 tonne anchors, "trolling" refers to fishing. "Do not feed the trolls" should be "do not swallow the bait". Tack för ordet.
Nothing like Putin telling Trump to stick it where the sun don’t shine!
Let’s see if Trump tucks tail and backs down!
Nah putin is looking pretty weak in his latest comments. The writing is on the wall for the rus economy.
@@marisabenson1222 cope harder.
@@marisabenson1222
Putin and Russia are weak. The weaker they are the louder they speak.
Trump knows this. We ALL know this.
Trump is vindictive and will go on the attack with anyone he perceives as weak, unless he can utilize them to achieve a different goal.
Nope, as expected trump is unable to lower the price of oil by appealing to OPEC. Hello supply and demand and Saudis only income.
Sup bois
He doesn't understand "crossing the T"
Russia claimed it would put more turtle tanks in the field. These reportedly are less vulnerable to drones. Where are they? What is this just another empty threat by the Russians?
Maybe the electric bikes are cheaper
@ Probably so.
The comment below was in reply to another person. It was not directed at the program. Please ignore.
Good stuff
Total propaganda.😊
I didn't listen to the podcast but read all of the comments. Seems I get a better understanding of what's going on that way...weird, right?
I said day one to go after the oil, but Biden said no. Biden is gone😮
Trump sounds ridiculous in the intro.
He does at most times
totally agree- i skip the intro now. it's spectacularly disingenuous to have him in it.
He always does. Makes me want to vomit.
Why should Trump changed now?
Of course putler will avoid 🔱 Zelenskyj at any cost, he's scared.
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That's why he issued a decree preventing himself from negotiation. ...hang on, that was not Putin.
It's a transparent power play to undermine Zelenskyy and diminish Ukraine's sovereignty. Putin's tricks are getting stale.
@@williamtell6750shhh these lemmings don’t like reality
Putin is a 🚬
@@williamtell6750 putin confiscated your savings yet?
Propaganda machine ... anyone following this deserves a spot in StupidLand
Afghanistan loading. Propaganda doesn't work in this age of information.
It works pretty well actually, Putin pumps it out and it has effect.
🤣🤣🤣what a mess!😂😂😂
Thats a mirror, son...
Unfortunately this podcast fails to realise and for good reasons that this war is not about casualtiesbut about territory. Of what use are your casualty numbers when they dont translate into territory. Chasovia has fallen, Ugledar, marinka,Novomihailovka, Ocheretino, VelykaNovaslika, Kurakhove, Advidka all that territory falling to one side that is poorly equipped ,poorly trained, poorly fed
Thats what Russia WANTS it to he about, but thats not really true.
Russian casualities and economic problems have FAR exceeded Russian territorial gaines. That spells a slow victory for Ukraine, and eventually the land will be abandoned or retaken by Ukraine.
@@dearmas9068"Another Ukrainian Brigade Is Disintegrating As It Deploys To Pokrovsk
The 157th Mechanized Brigade ‘did not undergo the necessary combat training.’"
Forbes: an 27, 2025,01:57am EST
It might seem that Russia is winning but the cost to Russia in equipment manpower is unsustainable.As Ukraine steps up its drone attacks on key Russian infrastructure there will come the day when they realize the war is unwinnable.Ukraine just needs to stick it out for another 2 years.
Unfortunately Russian boosters fail to understand the ground war is of secondary importance to the economic one.
@@dearmas9068 BBC and Media Zona have used a scientific methodology to put Russian casualties at 88,000 since start of SMO. That is far lower than the rectally derived numbers coming from Ukraine regime and parroted in the West.
In the last two weeks four elite athletes from the Ukraine have escaped from the country. The most known/successful is four time rowing champion and 'master of sport' [for the Ukraine] Larisa Zhalinkaya ...or as the Ukrainian government calls her Larisa Zhalinska. The rower claims that the VSU is forcibly conscripting athletes. Here's the report from the UA government
"Larisa Zhalinska, a Ukrainian rower, member of Ukraine's national team, and an internationally classified Master of Sports of Ukraine, has moved to the Russian Federation.
Her actions and statements suggest support for the unprovoked armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. Additionally, they indicate attempts to undermine trust in Ukraine’s Defense Forces, as well as betrayal of national interests and the Ukrainian state."
He's right. Why go for peace when he's winning? Everyone would do the same in his place.
He's winning the race to the bottom !
Desperation moves while his economy crumbles.
@@awf6554 IMF thinks otherwise
@terryross2388 The IMF referred to one aspect of the Russian economy. An overheated economy can statistically appear to grow, but it doesn't mean the economy is healthy.
Nor did the IMF take into account the impact of the latest sanctions
@@awf6554 IMF never simply refers to a single aspect of an economy. They do a full report. Russia is now the worlds 4th largest economy and dwarfs economies like the UK.
A week ago HdBG reported that the lease of the Tartus naval basis had been terminated. In reality, negatotiatons about continuing the Russian presence in Syria are ongoing.
Contact your handler vanya- no potato left for payment. 🤡
@@udsmall7306 Here is a Fweedom Fwy as a down payment on your Happy Meal.👶
@@udsmall7306 Agreed. I've checked their comment history and they are a russian propagandist, plain and simple.
@@udsmall7306I am getting paid in vodka.
Mhhhhhhh