Independent Thinking
Is time running out for Ukraine?
Apr 25, 2024
Journalist Oz Katerji, Prof. Phillips P. O'Brien, and Olga Tokariuk discuss Ukraine's challenges, impact of US ammunition flow, Russian attacks on cities, aid uncertainty, strategic maneuvers in Crimea, diplomatic tensions, US election implications, and European response to Russian aggression.
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- The delay in US military support significantly weakened Ukraine's defense against Russia, highlighting the importance of timely aid authorization.
- Russian assaults on Ukrainian cities aim to disrupt state functionality and provoke civilian distress, necessitating strong defensive capabilities.
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Impact of US Aid on Ukraine's War Effort
The delay in US support for Ukraine, with $61 billion in military aid stuck in Congress, significantly impacted Ukraine's ability to defend against Russia. The ammunition cut-off left Ukrainian armed forces in a serious position, relying on limited supplies. The US aid authorization is now providing ammunition, potentially enabling Ukraine to stabilize and resist Russian advances more effectively. The momentum in the war could shift in Ukraine's favor as defensive firepower strengthens with increased ammunition flow.
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