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From the Vault: Ukraine & Intelligence: One Year on – with Shane Harris
Dec 26, 2023
Shane Harris, a journalist and author, discusses the role of intelligence in the Ukraine conflict one year later. They talk about the war in Ukraine, the leadership of Zelensky and Putin, reporting on spies, and the tenacity of the Ukrainian people and army.
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- Ukraine has managed to maintain its independence and has a capable military despite Russia's invasion.
- Russian intelligence operations in Ukraine appear to be less significant than expected, focusing instead on infiltrating other governments.
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Overview of the War in Ukraine
The podcast discusses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which started with Russia's invasion in February 2022. The host and guest reflect on their initial expectations of a Russian occupation and the dissolution of the Ukrainian government, but acknowledge that the situation has taken a different turn. Despite Russia's catastrophic invasion, Ukraine has managed to maintain its independence and has a capable military. The war has largely reached a stalemate, with a front line dividing the two sides, resulting in trench warfare. The guest suggests that without substantial military support, Ukraine is unlikely to advance beyond its current position or regain control of Crimea. The conflict seems to be a protracted and costly war with no immediate resolution in sight.
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