S9 Ep44: Is Peace Possible for Ukraine? with Dr. Taras Kuzio

This week, Chris is joined by Dr. Taras Kuzio for an
on-the-ground look at Ukraine’s evolving war effort and the
political battle over peace negotiations. Dr. Kuzio discusses
daily life in Kyiv amid ongoing conflict, growing anger toward
the Trump administration’s approach, and why Trump’s pressure
campaign on Ukraine risks emboldening Russia and destabilizing
Europe. They explore myths about Russia’s military power, the
tightening Russia-China-North Korea axis, NATO’s future
divisions, and Ukraine’s remarkable growth in domestic weapons
production. Plus, they examine the dangers of Western illusions
about Russia, the strategic importance of Crimea, and how
Ukraine’s innovation and resilience could shape the next phase of
the war.

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