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Inside Ukraine's Refinery Bombings and the Hidden Impact on U.S. Politics - William Spaniel
2024 has been the year of Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries. However, the White House is firmly against the policy, believing that Ukrainian drones would be better aimed at Russian weapons manufacturing facilities and concerned about European political stability. Critics argue that the Biden administration is worried about higher gas prices on the eve of a presidential election. This video examines the controversy around the subject and whether Ukraine and the White House may have aligned incentives on this front.
0:00 Ukraine's Evolving Refinery Attacks
0:35 Overview of the Refinery Campaign and U.S. Objections
6:11 Why the White House Opposes the Refinery Strikes
9:52 Biden's Electoral Incentives
16:07 Ukraine's Deeper Dilemma