Ukraine seeks military aid from the United States amidst the ongoing war with Russia, emphasizing the need for global security and democracy. Concerns arise about Congress' support due to issues related to the U.S.-Mexico border, while a Ukrainian soldier shares his perspective on the importance of support and optimism in difficult conditions.
Last year’s counteroffensive failed and Ukraine needs American aid to win. Republicans in Congress won’t give it up without a fight.
This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin and Isabel Angell, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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