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Ukraine as a geopolitical pawn between the US, China, and Russia
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1:40:54 - 1:46:46 (05:52)

Both US administrations viewed Ukraine in terms of economic and military benefit, mostly to counter the actions of their perceived competitors like Russia and China. However, Ukraine has suffered as they are caught in the middle of this geopolitical game, causing division and displacement within the country.

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The reliance of telecommunications on conducting chips and fiber optic cables may leave the civilian population vulnerable in the event of an attack, impacting access to basic necessities like food, water and heat.
1:40:54 - 1:41:41 (00:46)
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Telecommunications
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The reliance of telecommunications on conducting chips and fiber optic cables may leave the civilian population vulnerable in the event of an attack, impacting access to basic necessities like food, water and heat. This risk could increase in areas like Taiwan or former Russian satellite states.

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Ukraine as a geopolitical pawn between the US, China, and Russia
Episode
#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
President Zelensky's approval rating in Ukraine was 90% on February 22, 2023, but it is important to note that the rating came from a small sample size of a limited population who are still in Ukraine.
1:41:41 - 1:44:14 (02:33)
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President Zelensky, approval rating
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President Zelensky's approval rating in Ukraine was 90% on February 22, 2023, but it is important to note that the rating came from a small sample size of a limited population who are still in Ukraine.

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Ukraine as a geopolitical pawn between the US, China, and Russia
Episode
#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
The Biden administration has realized that Russia is not their common enemy, while Ukraine has become an economic benefit to both sides of the aisle.
1:44:15 - 1:46:46 (02:31)
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Biden Administration
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The Biden administration has realized that Russia is not their common enemy, while Ukraine has become an economic benefit to both sides of the aisle. However, the actions of both administrations can be extremely divisive, and they need to be cautious about playing the enemy card.

Chapter
Ukraine as a geopolitical pawn between the US, China, and Russia
Episode
#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show