Peace & Power Ukraine

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Peace & Power Ukraine is a news podcast hosted by The Washington Signal, with 78 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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  Episode #78

  Ep. 78 - Russia, Odesa & Ukraine's Fight for Peace Through Strength w/Pavlo Unguryan

  Oct 1, 202632 min

  Pavlo Unguryan, President of the Faith and Freedom Center and former member of Ukraine’s parliament, returns to Peace and Power for a wide-ranging conversation with host Gary Marx about the war, Russia’s ambitions and Ukraine’s place in the broader security of Europe. Unguryan discusses the strategic importance of Odesa and Ukraine’s Black Sea and Danube ports, the connection between Ukrainian agriculture and global food security, and the continuing threat Russian attacks pose to the region. The conversation also examines Russia’s broader ambitions in Europe, the security of NATO countries, Ukraine’s evolving drone capabilities and efforts to increase economic pressure on Moscow. Unguryan reflects on his relationships with American lawmakers, and the role U.S. political and religious leaders have played in supporting Ukraine. Finally, Unguryan discusses the launch of the new Faith and Freedom Center in Kyiv and its focus on national security, economic development, international partnerships and the values of faith, family and freedom. 00:00 — Russia's Ambitions & Introducing Pavlo Unguryan 01:21 — Ukraine, Odesa & Global Food Security 05:18 — Why Odesa's Ports Matter 06:15 — Russia's Attacks Near NATO Territory 09:28 — Has Europe Awakened to the Russian Threat? 11:43 — Russia's Imperial Ambitions 13:28 — Ukraine, Israel & the Wider Conflict 17:12 — U.S. Support & New Pressure on Russia 18:09 — Building Support for Ukraine in Washington 20:26 — Sanctions & U.S.-Ukraine Relations 22:10 — Pressure, Drones & "Peace Through Strength" 24:05 — Launching the Faith and Freedom Center 25:31 — Ukraine's National Prayer Breakfast 28:09 — Faith and Freedom's Mission 30:45 — Closing Thoughts Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@PeacePower_FNW Follow us on social media X: @PeaceAndPower_ Instagram: peaceandpower_ukraine LinkedIn: Peace & Power Podcast TikTok: peace.power.ukraine Find more at Washington Signal Your source for policy, national security, and investigative journalism. https://washingtonsignal.com/

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  Episode #77

  Ep. 77 - Ukraine, NATO & the Global Fight Against Authoritarianism w/Daniel Twining

  Sep 24, 202628 min

  Daniel Twining, President of the International Republican Institute, joins host Gary Marx 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. 00:00 — Russia, China & the Stakes for Ukraine 00:19 — Introducing Daniel Twining 01:49 — Twining Returns From Ukraine 03:13 — Russia Escalates Its Attacks 05:23 — Inside Kharkiv & the Drone War 08:11 — New Sanctions Against Russia 10:40 — Ukraine's Future Elections 15:11 — IRI's Democracy Work Beyond Ukraine 17:10 — Is NATO Ready for Russia? 20:41 — Deterrence, Ukraine & Taiwan 23:06 — Russian Influence & China 24:05 — Sanctions, China & Ending the War 26:00 — Twining's Message From Ukraine 28:00 — Closing Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@PeacePower_FNW Follow us on social media X: @PeaceAndPower_ Instagram: peaceandpower_ukraine LinkedIn: Peace & Power Podcast TikTok: peace.power.ukraine Find more at Washington Signal Your source for policy, national security, and investigative journalism. https://washingtonsignal.com/

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  Episode #76

  Ep. 76 - Russia’s War Economy & the Global Fight Over Ukraine w/Ilan Berman

  Sep 17, 202631 min

  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 Gary Marx is joined by Ilan Berman, 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. 00:00 — Introducing Ilan Berman 01:26 — Connecting Ukraine, Russia, Iran & China 04:19 — Ukraine's Defense Technology & the Middle East 06:30 — Air Defense, Patriots & Ukraine's Needs 07:54 — U.S. Negotiations With Russia 12:10 — New Sanctions Against Russia & Iran 17:47 — Economic Pressure & Russia's Reintegration 21:19 — Ukraine's Deep Strikes Inside Russia 24:04 — Russia's War Economy & the Risk Beyond Ukraine 26:00 — Battlefield Momentum & Prospects for Negotiations 29:23 — Isolating Russia and Its International Partners Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@PeacePower_FNW Follow us on social media X: @PeaceAndPower_ Instagram: peaceandpower_ukraine LinkedIn: Peace & Power Podcast TikTok: peace.power.ukraine Find more at Washington Signal Your source for policy, national security, and investigative journalism. https://washingtonsignal.com/

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  Episode #75

  Ep. 75 - Why Ukraine Matters to U.S. National Security w/Liz Schrayer & Gen. Dick Newton | Pt. 2

  Sep 10, 202633 min

  The conversation with Liz Schrayer and retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Dick Newton continues as host Gary Marx 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. Finally, Schrayer and Newton discuss NATO, the importance of continued American leadership, and what they believe the United States and its allies must do to help Ukraine achieve a lasting victory. 00:00 — Hard Power, Soft Power & American Leadership 05:01 — Building Support for Ukraine 09:21 — What America Can Learn from Ukraine’s Drone Revolution 13:29 — AI, Autonomous Drones & the Future of Warfare 15:25 — Russia, China, Iran & North Korea 16:26 — Critical Minerals & the U.S.-Ukraine Economic Partnership 18:29 — Why American Leadership Still Matters 19:50 — NATO’s Future & the U.S. Role 23:10 — Remembering a Friend & Advocate for Ukraine 27:44 — What Comes Next for Ukraine? 30:40 — American Values & the Case for Ukraine 32:32 — Closing Thoughts Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@PeacePower_FNW Follow us on social media X: @PeaceAndPower_ Instagram: peaceandpower_ukraine LinkedIn: Peace & Power Podcast TikTok: peace.power.ukraine Find more at Washington Signal Your source for policy, national security, and investigative journalism. https://washingtonsignal.com/

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  Episode #74

  Ep. 74 - Why Ukraine Matters to U.S. National Security w/Liz Schrayer & Gen. Dick Newton

  Sep 3, 202634 min

  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 Gary Marx is joined by Liz Schrayer , 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. The conversation ultimately asks what “peace through strength” means in the modern world—and why military power, diplomacy, economic pressure, international assistance, and strong alliances must work together to achieve a lasting peace. 00:00 — Liz Schrayer & Lt. Gen. Dick Newton 03:06 — How Ukraine Defied Expectations 05:41 — CIA Diplomacy with Moscow 10:28 — North Korean Troops & Russia’s War 14:13 — The Growing Coalition of U.S. Adversaries 18:33 — Where Americans Stand on Ukraine 22:54 — Sanctions, NATO & the Battle of Wills 25:24 — U.S. Weapons & Ukraine’s Air Defense 29:03 — What “Peace Through Strength” Really Means 31:21 — Military, Economic & Diplomatic Power Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@PeacePower_FNW Follow us on social media X: @PeaceAndPower_ Instagram: peaceandpower_ukraine LinkedIn: Peace & Power Podcast TikTok: peace.power.ukraine Find more at Washington Signal Your source for policy, national security, and investigative journalism. https://washingtonsignal.com/

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