Russia News: Comical or Scary?
F-16 Delays: Strategic Stall?
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War Day 845: Putin & Kim Jong-un's Alliance, Brutal POW Photo, US Sanctions Chaos, F-16 Delays...
The only American news show reporting live from Ukraine EVERY WEEKDAY of Russia’s full-scale invasion; with Bob Sirott in Chicago and Joe Lindsley in Lviv
Putin and Kim Jong-un's Partnership: Comical or Scary?
BOB SIROTT: Let's get the latest from Ukraine. Putin and Kim Jong-un got together yesterday and that can't be good news for Ukraine. Can it?
JOE LINDSLEY: Bob, good afternoon from Lviv. Clearly, we see a great collaboration between these two tyrannical regimes. Most people are aware of what kind of country North Korea is, and now there's more evidence of how Russians behave.
The meetings between Putin and Kim Jong-un can be interpreted in two ways. It could be scary—what could these two countries do together with no moral inhibitions? Or, it could be seen as comical and sad, considering that once mighty Russia has to turn to the rogue regime in North Korea.
Horrific Brutality: Ukrainian POW Decapitation
A big story here in Ukraine is a circulating photograph of a Ukrainian prisoner of war decapitated by the Russians. Unfortunately, you can see his head on the hood of a truck. It's a brutal reminder of the ongoing atrocities. People think they can't be angrier, and then they see something like this.
Russian Ships: Also, Comical or Scary?
Similarly, there are two different takes on the Russian ships in the sea, making some people, especially in the US, very nervous. For Ukrainians, it's safer for Russian ships to be in the Caribbean Sea than in the Black Sea, where Ukrainians have been adept at destroying them.
Sanctions Chaos: Financial Turmoil in Russia
Another big story is the recent round of US sanctions against Russia, causing financial chaos. Huge Russian banks like Gazprombank saw people unable to log into their bank accounts online. This has made a significant difference, causing instability within Russia.
Curious Exceptions: Energy Sector Waivers
However, the US Treasury Department has given waivers to 10 Russian banks working in the energy sector, lasting until November 1st, 2024. This raises questions about US strategy and whether it's part of a broader chess game for leverage against Russia.
F-16 Delays: Strategic Stall?
A major topic is the delay in delivering F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. Ukrainian Parliament member Alexander Usnova suggests the US is deliberately delaying training to stall the arrival of these jets. This sentiment is echoed by retired F-16 pilots who believe the US is hesitant to send top-level technology to Ukraine despite claims to the contrary.
A Touching Tribute: Ukrainian Musicians Turn Soldiers
BOB SIROTT: Joseph, you'll love hearing this text from one of our listeners. This past Sunday, our church hosted an amazing group of Ukrainian active-duty musicians called the Ukrainian Cultural Force. They are talented professionals who paused their musical careers to fight for their country. Their tour in the US was a moving and heart-wrenching experience, reminding us of the human connection with these wonderful people and their culture.
Heroism and Inspiration: A Powerful Reminder
JOE LINDSLEY: These musicians' stories are a powerful reminder of the heroism and resilience of the Ukrainian people. Imagine being a Ukrainian soldier-musician, visiting the US, and then returning to life in the trenches. It's inspiring to see how much these Ukrainians and Americans have in common. But not everyone sees that …
Trump's Remarks: Misleading Praise
Many saw former President Trump's remarks praising President Zelenskyy as a good salesman but misleadingly claiming that Zelenskyy leaves the US with $60 billion every time he visits. In reality, most of that money stays in the US for weapon purchases.
Oleksandr Musienko - Collapse of Russian Army and New UA Counter-Offensive Possible‪
Oleksandr Musienko is a military and political expert, political and legal adviser, and head of the Centre for Military-Law Research. He is a United24 Media ambassador and hosts his own very popular military analytical channel on YouTube in the Ukrainian language.
Key Points:
Russia's continued production of weapons and mobilization of forces makes them appear strong, causing some Western politicians to question their support for Ukraine.
Putin's ultimatum for Ukrainian forces to withdraw from certain areas is seen as a psychological operation to manipulate public opinion and undermine Ukraine's confidence.
The fear of nuclear escalation is influencing Western countries to delay the delivery of certain capabilities to Ukraine, but this may hinder Ukraine's ability to win the war.
The rapid evolution of drone warfare poses a risk if the war drags on, as Russia and other authoritarian regimes could develop innovative tactics and technologies.
The recent decision by the US to remove some restrictions on providing weapons to Ukrainian forces sends a strong signal of support and challenges false accusations of far-right influence in Ukraine's armed forces.
Russia’s Navy is safer in the Caribbean Sea than in the Black Sea. Here’s why …
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