Top US general: What's at stake is greater than Ukraine

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General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discusses the stakes of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the wider global implications with CNN's Jim Sciutto. Why Russia's Ukraine aggression matters to Americans by Zachary B. Wolf Nobody knows for sure exactly what Vladimir Putin is doing with around 100,000 Russian

This detailed report covers the CNN Newsroom segment featuring an interview with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Milley, discussing the war in Ukraine and the broader implications for international security.

Key Points from the Interview

Global Stakes Beyond Ukraine: General Mil

ley emphasizes that what is at stake in the conflict extends far beyond Ukraine itself [07:10], representing the greatest challenge to European security since the end of World War II and threatening the post-1945 international order [04:52].

The International Order: He notes that the fundamental princi

ple of the international order—that large nations should not conduct unprovoked military aggression against smaller nations—is being tested [05:13]. Allowing Russian aggression to go unchecked risks entering an era of severely increased global instability [05:36].

Support from Allies: Following a defen

se consultative meeting in Germany with representatives from over 40 nations, the collective goal remains a free and independent Ukraine with its territory intact [01:35], alongside a weakened Russia and a strengthened NATO [01:48].

Russian Shifts and Strategy: General Milley points out that after fail

ing in their initial lightning strike to capture Kyiv, Russian forces have shifted their focus to the eastern and southern regions of the country [03:01], where they continue to face significant challenges with command and control, logistics, and air supremacy [02:26] thanks to the bravery and skill of

Ukrainian forces [02:40].

Nuclear Rhetoric: Addressing recent nuclear threats from Russian leadership, General Milley stresses that any senior leader rattling a nuclear saber is acting completely irresponsibly [04:04], and the U.S. and its allies are monitoring the situation very closely [04:10].

Disi

nformation: The discussion also touches on Russian propaganda and disinformation campaigns, which General Milley describes as an ongoing tactic used to justify an unjustified attack [06:48].

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Viewer Discussion & Comments

@twinsiesyt

As a South Korean, I understand the importance of the supports that the international communities provide for Ukraine. South Korea once was invaded and the saved by the UN. It was absolutely worthwhile. Having said that I am disappointed that South Korea has not stepped up its support. The country has a lot of weapons Ukraine could use, such as Self propelled howitzers...

@miller2624

America have had a bad press regarding there foreign affairs over the years but where would we be without them .as a brit ,I thank them for standing up to evil .

@AlbertKimMusic

this is exactly how I imagined the Top US general would look like

@bethrichardson5364

I'm a late 'Nam era Vet who served near the Czech border before The Wall fell. (Army ATC for border recon 'Copters.) I have come to have great respect for and confidence in Gen. Milley. Insert salute here.

@nicholasdickens2801

Finally the people are being told how serious this is and what’s at stake and what the costs are.

@stevemccall5825

Well done, I didnt have a real sense of what he was like but I sure do now. PROFFESIONAL ALL THE WAY. Make putin cry, and keep sending 155s.

@2ssrs950

Is it just me but does Gen. Milley seem like a guy that you wouldn't want to piss off. Thank you Sir for your service to our great nation God bless you

@kathleen7825

Thank You Very Much, Mark Milley, For Your

@tyy5557

General Mark Milley, thanks for your service. God bless.

@mr_law_johnny_awesome

It's mind-boggling that there's a distinct change that "Ukraine could win". Russia has been perceived as the biggest, baddest, strongest military power in the world, second only to the US. Many people hadn't even heard of Ukraine until two months ago. If Russia loses to Ukraine, they plummet in the "rankings" so to speak, to the status of say, Paraguay or Laos. If that happens, all of Russia will turn on him and he won't survive. He can't afford to lose, so he'll throw literally every single last soldier at Ukraine to "zerg-rush" it no matter the cost. 🤦

@katherinesavarese6009

God bless all troops and people fighting to defend or protect people in this conflict, and conflicts all over the world

@ennediend2865

Fully agreed General ! 👍

@opheliawhiteway4660

I agree with the General. Now is the time. Putin has gone too far and as long as he's not stopped he'll continue on with other Countries

@worldtoday9244

I agree 100% with the general's statement.

@roberttaylor3594

I understand that by "International order' he really means "United States of American international order"...but if I gotta choose an empire under who's thumb I live, I'll choose the US led one over the Russian or Chinese any day. I'd rather not make that choice, though.