Episode
Is Putin Winning the War or Just Buying Time?
- Podcast
- The Last Line of Defense
- Published
- Nov 19, 2025
- Duration seconds
- 1700
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Summary
Host Seth Jones talks with Mick Ryan, retired Australian Army Major General, about his recent visit to Ukraine's frontlines. They discuss the evolving dynamics of the war, highlighting Ukraine's successes, Russia's challenges, and key developments, including shifts in U.S. policy, the change in air defense posture, and the increasing use of long-range strikes and drones.