

U.S. Increases Military Aid to Ukraine Ahead of Presidential Transition
Dec 3, 2024
Greg Myre, NPR's national security correspondent, and Steven Pifer, former ambassador to Ukraine, delve into the recent U.S. military aid boost of $725 million amid rising concerns about future support under a potential Trump administration. They discuss the harsh realities on the ground as Ukrainian forces grapple with manpower shortages and strategic counteroffensives against Russian aggression. The complexities of peace negotiations and rebuilding efforts further highlight the pivotal and turbulent nature of U.S. involvement and Ukraine's path forward.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Territorial Struggles: The Ukraine-Russia Conflict
03:20 • 7min
U.S. Military Aid to Ukraine: Implications and Responses
10:29 • 3min
Insights on the Ukraine Conflict
13:58 • 5min
Ukraine's Manpower and Military Aid Challenges
18:33 • 15min
Exploring Peace Negotiations: Territorial Loss and Security Guarantees for Ukraine
33:49 • 2min
Rebuilding Ukraine: Financial and Diplomatic Challenges
35:33 • 16min
Discussion on Ukraine's Security and NATO Membership
51:07 • 3min