World in 10

Frontline special - Former Commander US Army Europe, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges

Jul 6, 2025
Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, a former U.S. Army Europe commander with extensive service in Iraq and Afghanistan, discusses the precarious state of military aid to Ukraine. He highlights the dangers of lacking a national security advisor during the Trump administration, suggesting it may have led to unauthorized aid cuts. The conversation delves into the global ramifications of U.S. support dynamics, the interplay between allies like North Korea and Russia, and Ukraine's evolving defense strategies, drawing parallels to Israel's military approach.
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Disjointed U.S. Ukraine Aid Policy

  • The halt in U.S. aid to Ukraine harms innocent civilians by depriving air defense systems.
  • This decision seems driven by Pentagon policy makers rather than top leaders, lacking coordination.
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No Clear U.S. Ukraine Strategy

  • The U.S. lacks a clear strategy for Ukraine, showing inconsistent commitment.
  • Unreliable support damages U.S. credibility as a global ally and weakens America’s position.
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Aid Cuts Mask Pro-Russia Bias

  • The U.S. justifies aid cuts citing military stockpile concerns, but production delays exist mainly for expensive systems like Patriots.
  • Underlying policy favors placating Russia and displays disregard for Ukraine and wider security impacts.
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