Today, Explained Is the US ghosting Ukraine?
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Jan 9, 2024 
Luke Harding, a senior international correspondent at The Guardian, provides gripping on-the-ground insights into the war in Ukraine, touching on the emotional and physical toll of the conflict. Andrew Desiderio, a senior congressional reporter for Punchbowl News, dives into the complex political landscape surrounding U.S. support for Ukraine. They discuss the urgent need for military aid amidst opposition in Congress, the moral imperatives driving foreign policy, and the growing divisions within U.S. politics as elections loom.
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Soldier's Resilience
- A Ukrainian soldier on the eastern front finds humor and camaraderie essential for coping with the harsh realities of war.
- Despite facing losses and lacking resources, they maintain optimism and determination.
Stalemate and Western Aid
- Russia's slow but steady advance is overwhelming Ukrainian forces.
- Ukraine's capacity to reclaim territory hinges on Western weapon supplies, hampered by US Congressional debates.
Failed Counteroffensive and Meat Assaults
- The Ukrainian counteroffensive failed due to strong Russian fortifications.
- Russia employs "meat assaults," overwhelming Ukrainian defenses with sheer numbers despite high casualties.