The rising cost of Putin’s war

Episode 268,   Mar 09, 2022, 08:01 AM

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Tommy and Ben talk about Biden’s decision to ban Russian oil and gas imports, Congress’s proposed $12 billion package for Ukraine, the latest military movements, diplomatic efforts to end the war and Russia’s detention of WNBA star Brittany Griner, the treatment of refugees, Donald Trump’s creative plans for Ukraine and how Republicans are annoying President Zelensky. Then Tommy talks with State Department Counselor about how the US is getting arms to the Ukrainian military, how sanctions work, and what the US government thinks will come next.

How to Help in Ukraine

Ukrainian Congress Committee of America: donate to humanitarian efforts

United Help Ukraine: donate to the life-saving medical supplies to Ukraine’s front lines

Revived Soldiers Ukraine: donate to treatment of the wounded and the provision of hospitals

Razom for Ukraine: donate to tactical medical training and emergency response in Ukraine

Nova Ukraine: donate to humanitarian aid for Ukraine

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Tommy and Ben talk about Biden’s decision to ban Russian oil and gas imports, Congress’s proposed $12 billion package for Ukraine, the latest military movements, diplomatic efforts to end the war and Russia’s detention of WNBA star Brittany Griner, the treatment of refugees, Donald Trump’s creative plans for Ukraine and how Republicans are annoying President Zelensky. Then Tommy talks with State Department Counselor about how the US is getting arms to the Ukrainian military, how sanctions work, and what the US government thinks will come next.


How to Help in Ukraine


For more reporting:

Tanya Kozyreva - @TanyaKozyreva

Anastasiia Lapatina - @lapatina_



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