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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2025 · 37 MIN

The Secret Truth About Ukraine Nobody is Telling You

from Cross Word Books · host Michele McAloon

Send us Fan MailMichele McAloon speaks with Olena Tregub, a Ukrainian civil society leader and anti-corruption advocate, about the realities of war in Ukraine and why American support remains crucial despite political uncertainty.• Olena describes the terrifying routine of air raid alerts and Russia's intensified attacks on Ukrainian civilians• Ukrainian defense relies heavily on US-supplied Patriot systems which cannot be replaced by European support• Most corruption stories about Ukraine are Russian propaganda - approximately 60% are completely fake• Ukraine has implemented significant anti-corruption reforms even during wartime, including new procurement agencies and oversight mechanisms• Russia is fighting with support from China, North Korea, and Iran - forming an axis against Ukraine• Ukraine possesses the most powerful army in Europe with valuable combat experience and technological innovations• Ukraine gave up the world's third-largest nuclear arsenal after US pressure and security assurancesIf you want to learn more about the host, visit bookclues.com. 

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Send us Fan Mail Michele McAloon speaks with Olena Tregub, a Ukrainian civil society leader and anti-corruption advocate, about the realities of war in Ukraine and why American support remains crucial despite political uncertainty. • Olena describes the terrifying routine of air raid alerts and Russia's intensified attacks on Ukrainian civilians • Ukrainian defense relies heavily on US-supplied Patriot systems which cannot be replaced by European support • Most corruption stories about Ukrai...

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