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    Since the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the United States has provided more than $75 billion in aid to Ukraine, which has been directed toward military operations, economic support, and humanitarian assistance. As the war has gone on, members of Congress have questioned whether we have done enough to help the country and if continuing funding is sustainable. Those who want to continue funding Ukraine say the U.S. has a moral obligation to support the country in its time of need, it sustains alliances while serving strategic interests, and it demonstrates the United States's support of democratic values and sovereignty. Those arguing it’s time to end the funding say that it diverts necessary resources that could go toward domestic and foreign priorities. They also question whether the funds are being used efficiently, whether the war is winnable, and whether providing military aid is genuinely contributing to a path toward peace. With this crucial background, we debate the question: Should Congress Stop Funding the War in Ukraine? This debate was recorded live for an invite-only audience at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York City.
    
    Friday, April 12, 2024
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Ralph Peters

Retired Army Officer

Peters is a retired Army officer who rose from the enlisted ranks. As a soldier or civilian, he has experience in over 70 countries.

Debates Featuring Ralph Peters

America Cannot And Will Not Succeed In Afghanistan/Pakistan

With Steven Clemons, Steve Coll, Patrick Lang, John Nagl, Ralph Peters, James Shinn
October 12, 2009

The Obama Administration has implemented a significant change in policy toward Afghanistan and Pakistan, which they view as a single challenge, AfPak. More troops and a new commander have been sent to Afghanistan, and the US has increased its level of support and aid to Pakistan. To many, this means we are becoming further entrenched in an open-ended quagmire where any military solution will ultimately fail. Others question whether we should care if Afghanistan has a strong central government or…

America Cannot And Will Not Succeed In Afghanistan/Pakistan

The Obama Administration has implemented a significant change in policy toward Afghanistan and Pakistan, which they view as a single challenge, AfPak. More troops and a new commander have been sent to Afghanistan, and the…

With Steven Clemons, Steve Coll, Patrick Lang, John Nagl, Ralph Peters, James Shinn
October 12, 2009

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