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Jan 2025
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239. Ukraine - your questions answered.

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In this bonus episode of Battleground: Ukraine, Saul and Patrick address a wide range of listeners questions, from possible peace negotiation strategies to Ukrainian Air Force capabilities, and why did Russian gas pipelines passing through Ukraine remain open? Interested in supporting the Augustae Annia Foundation in Ukraine? Then follow the link below to f ... Show More
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