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The Jim Rutt Show

EP 243 Yaroslav Trofimov on Ukraine’s War of Independence

Jun 25, 2024
Yaroslav Trofimov discusses Ukraine's history, identity, and war of independence. Topics include Putin's miscalculations, Ukrainian resistance, Zelensky's role, international support, Mariupol siege, Russian aggression, and the future of the conflict.
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  • Understanding historical tensions is crucial to grasp motivations behind the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
  • The remarkable resistance of Ukrainian military and civilians highlights the brutality of war and their resilience.

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Yaroslav Trofimov: Background and New Book

Yaroslav Trofimov, Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent of the Wall Street Journal, joins the show to discuss his new book on the Ukraine-Russia war. Trofimov's extensive experience covering conflicts gives a unique perspective on the subject, adding depth to the understanding of the ongoing crisis in the region.

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