This episode of TED Talks Daily features a conversation from the series "TED Explains the World," where political scientist Ian Bremmer discusses with Helen Walters the implications of Ukraine's recent drone attack on Russia. Bremmer analyzes the strategic significance of the attack, its impact on Putin's decision-making, and the broader consequences for the Russia-Ukraine war, including potential implications for the United States and NATO. They explore the asymmetric nature of the warfare, Ukraine's capabilities, and the potential for escalation, including the use of nuclear weapons, while also examining the complex relationship between Russia and China and the prospects for future negotiations.