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Feb 2025
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378. TRUMP VS. ZELENSKY: OVAL OFFICE SHO...

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What does Trump’s dramatic outburst at Zelensky mean for Ukraine and the world? Was this an orchestrated ambush by JD Vance and Trump? Should King Charles withdraw his Trump state visit invitation?


Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.


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