Episode Notes:

Mike sat down with Aaron to discuss the latest from Ukraine, where the Russian military has sought to seize the initiative before the start of winter. The two also discussed the reaction to the Israel-Hamas war in the Middle East, the challenges Ukraine may face if U.S. funding is not renewed, and the possibility that the Russian leadership may sanction an explosive nuclear test.

The Russia Contingency is a bi-weekly podcast featuring in-depth analysis of Russia's military power and the war in Ukraine.