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How Ukraine Loses The War
Jan 3, 2024
Fred Kaplan, Slate’s “War Stories” correspondent and author of The Bomb, discusses Ukraine’s war with Russia and the potential impact of Western intervention. Topics include Russia’s rocket attacks, their integrated command system and extensive reserves, the intensification of the conflict, shifting narratives in Ukraine, negotiations for aid from the US, changing American opinions, and the potential consequences if aid is not renewed.
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- Russia's missile attack on Ukraine revealed their integrated command system and greater resources than previously estimated.
- Ukraine's response to the missile attack signaled a new phase of the war, involving guerrilla tactics and asymmetrical warfare, raising concerns about further escalation.
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Russia launches a massive missile attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a highly coordinated and massive missile attack on cities all over Ukraine, launching around 180 rockets simultaneously. The attack was the largest since counting began, and it took Ukrainian officials and defense experts by surprise. The missiles seemed to elude any defense systems and even flew in circles before hitting their targets, displaying a level of sophistication. The attack showcased Russia's integrated command system and their reserves of manpower and weapons, revealing that they have more resources than previously estimated.
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