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The President’s Inbox

Year Three of the Ukraine War, With Miriam Elder and Carla Anne Robbins

Feb 20, 2024
Journalists Miriam Elder and Carla Anne Robbins discuss the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia, highlighting struggles faced by Ukrainian forces, Putin's control in Russia, challenges of passing military aid in Washington, and the importance of continued support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
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Quick takeaways

  • Ukrainian forces struggle with low supplies while Russians advance in Donbass, highlighting crucial need for U.S. aid.
  • Deep mistrust of Russia in Ukraine hampers negotiations; rivalry between Zelensky and commanding general may impact war's future direction.

Deep dives

Status of the Ukraine War in Its Third Year

The fighting in the Ukraine war is in a grim state, with Ukrainian forces struggling and running low on weapons, ammunition, and troops. Russia is on the verge of capturing another city in eastern Donbass, which could be a significant victory for them. The major blame for the situation lies in Washington, as the aid from the U.S. is crucial for Ukraine's ability to fight. Ukrainians remain committed to battling the Russian invasion, but fatigue is setting in and they want to know when the war will end.

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