How The War Ends: Why Ukraine’s Total Victory Over Russia Is The Only Option

ZeroLine with Sarah Ashton-Cirillo

Published:July 20, 2023

This inaugural episode of ZeroLine with host Sarah Ashton-Cirillo begins with a discussion of how Russia’s illegal invasion and senseless slaughter of civilians must end: Total victory for Ukraine. Sarah sits down with guest Olexander Scherba, Ambassador for Strategic Communications from the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They discuss Ukraine's historic mission, the war of good versus evil, and the ten-point peace formula. Hear Ambassador Scherba's insight into Russia’s unwillingness to negotiate honestly, that there are not always two sides to every story, and the truth is the truth. Don't miss out on this powerful conversation about the fight for freedom and justice!

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S. Ashton-Cirillo
S. Ashton-Cirillo is an author, contributor to Resolute Square, believer in democracy, warrior for liberty, and Sergeant in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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Ukraine

Russian Federation

Vladimir Putin

President of Russia

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