The World and Everything In It 10.16.25 Strengthening Ukraine’s hand, restorative reproductive medicine, and training a service puppy
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Oct 16, 2025 George Barros, a lead analyst at the Institute for the Study of War, talks about the potential impact of Tomahawk missiles on Ukraine’s defense strategy. He explains how these missiles could press Russia into negotiations by equalizing the missile capabilities. Cal Thomas, a syndicated commentator, reflects on the fragile peace in the Middle East, specifically the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The discussion also touches on innovative restorative reproductive medicine as a healthier alternative to IVF and the heartwarming story of a service puppy transforming a teenager's life.
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Tomahawks Could Level The Playing Field
- Tomahawk cruise missiles would give Ukraine longer range and a 1,000 kg payload to strike hardened Russian targets.
- George Barros says this would level the missile threat, not necessarily escalate the war.
Weapons As Leverage For Negotiations
- The U.S. may send heavier weapons if diplomacy with Russia fails to produce concessions.
- Barros argues forcing costs on Moscow could be necessary to bring them to the negotiating table.
Parity, Not Escalation, In Missile Domain
- Russia has employed comparable cruise and ballistic missiles throughout the war.
- Barros says providing similar weapons to Ukraine is parity, not a novel escalation.