@DCTwining , President of the International Republican Institute, joins host @Garymarx for a wide-ranging conversation about Ukraine, Russia, China and the growing competition between democratic and authoritarian powers around the world. Fresh off a trip to Ukraine, Twining describes what he witnessed during a visit to Kharkiv and near the front lines, including the rapidly changing nature of drone warfare and the continuing danger facing Ukrainian civilians. The conversation also examines new sanctions targeting Russia and its trading partners, the role China plays in supporting Moscow, and what the war could mean for deterrence elsewhere—including a potential conflict over Taiwan. Twining also discusses the International Republican Institute’s work supporting democratic institutions around the world, what future elections in Ukraine could look like, Russian influence in countries including Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, and whether NATO is prepared for continued Russian aggression. Finally, Twining reflects on the resilience he witnessed firsthand in Ukraine and why he believes the outcome of the war will have consequences far beyond Ukraine’s borders. piped.video/watch?v=jfJDrrVo…

Why does U.S. leadership matter in the current global environment? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Gen. Dick Newton to discuss U.S. leadership, alliances, Ukraine and the broader global impact of decisions made today. #Ukraine #USForeignPolicy #NationalSecurity #GlobalSecurity

What role does Iran play in supporting threats across the region? Host @GaryMarx sits down with @LizSchrayer and Gen. Dick Newton to discuss Iran, its support networks and the broader security challenges facing the region. #Iran #NationalSecurity #MiddleEast #ForeignPolicy

How does public opinion in Russia compare with views in the United States? Host @GaryMarx sits down with @LizSchrayer and Gen. Dick Newton to discuss public opinion in Russia and the United States and how attitudes toward the two countries differ. #Russia #UnitedStates #PublicOpinion #ForeignPolicy

What does North Korea’s support for Russia mean for the war in Ukraine? Host @GaryMarx sits down with @LizSchrayer and Gen. Dick Newton to discuss North Korean troops supporting Russia, the broader alliance between the two countries, and what it means for Ukraine. #Ukraine #NorthKorea #Russia #NationalSecurity

The war in Ukraine is increasingly connected to conflicts and strategic competition far beyond Eastern Europe. On this episode of Peace and Power Ukraine, host @Garymarx is joined by @ilanberman, Senior Vice President of the American Foreign Policy Council, to examine the growing connections between Russia, China, Iran and North Korea—and what those relationships mean for Ukraine and U.S. foreign policy. Berman discusses Ukraine’s expanding defense technology capabilities, the pressures created by competing demands for air defense and munitions, and the challenges facing U.S. efforts to negotiate with Vladimir Putin. The conversation also examines sanctions against Russia, efforts to pressure Russia’s energy sector, Ukraine’s deep-strike campaign, and how Moscow has transformed its economy to sustain a prolonged war. Finally, Berman explains why he believes Russia’s wartime economic model could have implications beyond Ukraine and argues that any strategy for isolating Moscow must account for the international partnerships helping Russia sustain its war effort. piped.video/watch?v=5HsXVIrO…

What could a CIA director meeting with Putin mean for U.S.-Russia relations? Host @GaryMarx sits down with @LizSchrayer and Gen. Dick Newton to discuss the CIA director’s visit to Moscow and what the meeting could mean for relations between the United States and Russia. #Russia #UnitedStates #CIA #ForeignPolicy

What could closer U.S.-Russia engagement mean for Ukraine? Host @GaryMarx sits down with @LizSchrayer and Gen. Dick Newton to continue discussing the CIA director’s meeting in Moscow, U.S.-Russia relations, and the potential impact on Ukraine. #Ukraine #Russia #ForeignPolicy #NationalSecurity

What precautions did Ukrainian soldiers take to keep Will Fleeson safe? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Will Fleeson to discuss the precautions soldiers took while he was embedded with them in Ukraine and how they worked to protect him. #Ukraine #War #Military #Journalism

What did Will Fleeson experience while embedded with soldiers in Ukraine? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Will Fleeson to continue discussing his time embedded with Ukrainian soldiers and what he witnessed firsthand. #Ukraine #War #Military #OnTheGround

How did Will Fleeson get embedded with soldiers in Ukraine? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Will Fleeson to discuss how he became embedded with soldiers in Ukraine and what the experience revealed about the war firsthand.

The conversation with @LizSchrayer and retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Dick Newton continues as host @Garymarx examines what the war in Ukraine means for the future of American leadership. In Part Two, Newton draws on his military career to explain why American hard power must work alongside diplomacy, economic engagement, foreign assistance, and strong international partnerships. Schrayer discusses the coalition supporting Ukraine and makes the case for viewing Ukraine through the lens of U.S. national security, economic interests, and American values. The conversation also explores Ukraine’s rapid development of drone warfare and what the United States can learn from its defense industrial base. Newton examines the accelerating role of autonomous systems and artificial intelligence on the battlefield, while Schrayer discusses critical minerals, economic cooperation, and the strategic challenge posed by the growing alignment among Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. piped.video/watch?v=ZrZ9l31C…

What happens when a situation becomes a confusing mix of conflicting information? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Will Fleeson to discuss the confusion and uncertainty surrounding his experience in Ukraine. #Ukraine #War #Conflict #CurrentEvents

When did soldiers realize civilians were being targeted more than they were? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Will Fleeson to discuss his experience in Ukraine and what soldiers came to understand about the targeting of civilians during the war. #Ukraine #War #Civilians #Military

Why did Will Fleeson travel to Ukraine, and what did he experience there? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Will Fleeson to discuss his time in Ukraine, why he went, and what he learned from being there firsthand.

What does Russia’s military spending mean for the average Russian? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Gregory Slayton to discuss Russia’s economy, the cost of the war, and how military spending and government priorities are affecting everyday Russians.

What does the war in Ukraine mean for America’s security—and what happens if the United States disengages from the world? On this episode of Peace and Power Ukraine, host @Garymarx is joined by @LizSchrayer, President and CEO of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, and retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Dick Newton, a member of USGLC’s National Security Advisory Council, for a wide-ranging discussion about Ukraine, American global leadership, and the growing cooperation among U.S. adversaries. Newton examines how Ukraine has survived years of Russian attacks and transformed modern warfare through drones, emerging technology, and rapid battlefield innovation. The conversation then turns to North Korea’s support for Russia and what its involvement in Ukraine could mean for security far beyond Europe. Schrayer discusses American public opinion toward Ukraine and argues that support for Kyiv should be understood not as charity, but as an investment in U.S. national security. She and Newton also examine diplomacy with Moscow, continued U.S. military support, sanctions, and the relationship between the war in Ukraine and the strategic challenge posed by China. piped.video/watch?v=gz8SVFCe…

Where hasn't Will Fleeson been published? On this clip from The Peace & Power Podcast, host @GaryMarx talks with guest Will Fleeson about the reach of his reporting — from The New York Times, BBC, and The Wall Street Journal to outlets covering Ukraine most people have never heard of.

Can economic pressure help change the course of the war in Ukraine? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Gregory Slayton to discuss a new aid package targeting countries that continue to use Russian oil, the strategy behind the measure, and what it could mean for Russia and the broader conflict.

How is Russia’s economy holding up—and what does it mean for Putin? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Gregory Slayton to examine the state of Russia’s economy, the pressures facing Putin’s government, and the broader consequences for Russia’s war in Ukraine.

What does it take to get a bill passed—and what role could President Trump play? Host @GaryMarx sits down with Gregory Slayton to discuss the challenges of getting legislation passed, President Trump’s approach, and the broader dynamics surrounding Ukraine, Russia, and the path forward.