Kyiv Pounded by Intense Barrage of Russian Missile Strikes

The transcript discusses the aftermath of an attack on a key bridge linking Crimea, which Russia blames on Ukraine. It covers Russia's retaliatory missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, targeting civilian infrastructure. The discussion includes Putin's Security Council meeting and the pressure he faces to escalate the conflict. Ukraine's defense capabilities and ongoing offensives in the Donbass region are also highlighted, along with Russia's limited battlefield response.

What are the implications of Putin's meeting with the Security Council?

In what ways are the Ukrainian offensives in the Donbass region affecting Russian military strategy?