00:00German military expert urges intensified strikes on Crimea and Kaliningrad, Berlin, July 15.
00:06A German military expert has called for increased Ukrainian strikes on two key Russian regions,
00:13Crimea and Kaliningrad, arguing that expanding military pressure on these strategic areas
00:18could significantly constrain Moscow's ability to continue its war against Ukraine.
00:23The expert, speaking on condition of anonymity,
00:26explained that Crimea serves as a vital logistics hub and military base for Russian forces,
00:32while Kaliningrad holds strategic importance on the Baltic Sea.
00:36Targeting military infrastructure in both regions could create additional pressure on Russia's leadership
00:42beyond what has already been achieved.
00:45Such steps would require close coordination between Ukraine and its Western allies, the expert noted,
00:51while acknowledging the risks of escalation and broader security implications for Europe.
00:55The proposal comes as the war between Russia and Ukraine continues to intensify,
01:01with Western military support for Kiev remaining steady.
01:04Ukraine's deep strikes and domestic weapons production Ukraine
01:07has already demonstrated its capacity to strike deep into Russian territory,
01:12targeting oil facilities, transport infrastructure, military command posts, and ammunition depots.
01:18These operations have inflicted severe damage on Russia's economy,
01:22a country once considered a major energy power but now facing a severe fuel crisis and power outages
01:28that have significantly impacted the daily lives of ordinary Russians.
01:32In Crimea, which remains under Russian control,
01:35residents in some areas have faced power outages for nearly 10 days,
01:39with occupation authorities failing to adequately address the situation.
01:44Tamila Tasheva, the Ukrainian president's permanent representative for Crimea,
01:48told Radio NV on July 15th that the northern and western parts of Crimea
01:53are facing particularly severe problems,
01:56especially in the Jankoi, Armyansk, and Krasnoparokopsk districts,
02:01where there has been no electricity for nearly 10 days without effective restoration efforts.
02:06According to Tasheva, occupation authorities are prioritizing resources for more populous or tourist areas
02:13while neglecting northern regions, indicating unequal resource distribution
02:18that has left some communities without power for extended periods.
02:22She noted that social tensions are rising in these areas,
02:25with reports of dissatisfaction becoming increasingly common,
02:29Azerbaijan's support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
02:31Meanwhile, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has called on Ukraine to continue defending its territory
02:38and not recognize the forced occupation by Russian forces.
02:42Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 4th Global Media Forum in Shusha,
02:47Aliyev reaffirmed Azerbaijan's strong support for Ukraine's sovereignty
02:51and territorial integrity under international law.
02:54I would like to reiterate the instruction I gave last year to Ukraine.
02:58Ukraine should not accept the occupation by the enemy forces
03:02because the will of the people cannot be broken, Aliyev said.
03:05It is impossible to break the will of people striving to defend their independence and identity.
03:12Aliyev confirmed that he clearly understands President Volodymyr Zelensky's position
03:16and discussed the matter with him during a meeting in April.
03:19The Azerbaijani President stressed that Azerbaijan's stance on Ukraine remains unchanged,
03:25emphasizing that state borders cannot be changed without the consent of the people.
03:30Azerbaijan-Russia relations
03:32Regarding Azerbaijan-Russia relations,
03:36Aliyev stated that bilateral ties continue to develop in a positive direction,
03:41despite past challenges.
03:43He emphasized that his country places great importance on maintaining relations with Russia
03:48and pays close attention to statements from Russian officials,
03:51including Vladimir Putin,
03:53regarding the potential for trilateral cooperation.
03:56Aliyev noted that past issues have been resolved and relations have returned to normal,
04:00functioning smoothly through cooperation at various levels.
04:04Government, foreign ministries, intergovernmental commissions,
04:07and presidential administrations.
04:09He stressed that relations between Moscow and Baku are important not only for the two countries,
04:14but also for stability and development across a broad geographical region.
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