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Biden opposes ‘Nato-isation’ of Ukraine in major blow to Zelensky & Kyiv faces damaging blackouts as Russian strikes continue

Jun 5, 2024
Former Tank Commander, Hamish de Bretton-Gordon, discusses Biden's stance on Ukraine's defense, use of combat robots, and the electricity crisis. They explore lessons from D-Day, Russia's war aims, and the importance of post-war reconstruction in Ukraine.
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INSIGHT

Biden Opposes "NATO-ization" of Ukraine

  • Joe Biden opposes Ukraine's immediate NATO accession, favoring ongoing Western arms supplies.
  • He fears NATO inclusion would unduly escalate tensions with Russia.
INSIGHT

NATO Membership as Deterrence

  • Ukraine seeks swift NATO entry, believing Article 5 protection would deter further Russian aggression.
  • This has become a major point of contention among NATO allies since the invasion.
ANECDOTE

Biden Skips Peace Summit

  • Biden is skipping Zelenskyy's peace summit to attend a Hollywood fundraiser, straining US-Ukraine relations.
  • Zelenskyy views Biden's absence as a boon to Putin.
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