Support systems: allies debate Ukraine’s tactics
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The Economist
4.3 • 5K Ratings
🗓️ 15 September 2023
⏱️ 28 minutes
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Summary
As progress on the front line slows, Western countries are divided over how the army should proceed. There are disagreements about where should be targeted and how, and with autumn around the corner, time is of the essence. Why Americans’ feelings about their economy have become a less useful indicator for forecasters (12:34). And, are New Zealand’s rugby team off their game (18:24)?
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| 1:06.1 | Hello and welcome to the intelligence from The Economist. I'm your host, Oire Ogunbe. Every weekday, we provide a fresh perspective on the events shaping your world. |
| 1:19.7 | It used to be that how Americans felt about their economy determined how they spent their money. But not anymore. Pessimism about the future isn't stopping the spending, |
| 1:30.3 | and it's leaving forecasters rather puzzled. |
| 1:34.3 | And, have you been watching the Rugby World Cup? |
| 1:38.3 | If you're familiar with the sport, you'll know of New Zealand's historic dominance. |
| 1:43.3 | They were world number one for almost |
| 1:45.0 | 15 consecutive years. But this year, something's off. But first. Around this time last |
| 2:06.6 | Ukraine troops amazed the world with a fast and powerful counteroffensive. |
| 2:12.6 | Ukrainian forces are on a role. |
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