Freedom loving citizens around the world have been tearfully watching the news as Russia invokes war against Ukraine. What is propaganda and what is fact? The human suffering has been unimaginable and unforgiveable. So much has happened, so quickly, that we are left to wonder – how did this happen? In this episode, Patti invites former United States Army Officer, Kristopher Thompson, to give historical and geographical perspective to the Russian Federation and its obsession with Ukraine. Captain Thompson breaks down the information war and the military strategies being utilized so that the listener may better understand what is happening halfway around the world. Thompson’s unique experience offers insight into Putin, his motivation for this invasion and whether NATO’s economic sanctions will prove to be effective measures in ending this invasion.