A Cluster Bomb of Thoughts on the Indefensible

Western citizens confused by growing propaganda on Ukraine war. Kyiv seeks more weapons for Washington's war effort.

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Obscure sentence reveals Ukraine's struggle: Western gifts (training, tactics) untapped, impacting war outcome.

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Subtitle alludes to "war Washington wants." Serious commentators note prolonged provocation for specific war quality.

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Current Russia propaganda more realistic than before. US official implies understatement with double "under" prefixes.

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Article concedes pessimism, but claims "Expectations are high." Shift in focus: Russia a formidable adversary.

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Pentagon and experts acknowledge Ukraine's unlikely win. Media can't trumpet this. Morale suggests Ukraine as victor.

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US President Biden announces new arsenal addition: cluster bombs for Ukrainians to frighten Russians, if not fight.

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Controversial decision: US considers cluster bombs for Ukraine defense due to dwindling artillery supplies.

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