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In this era of uncertainty, knowledge is power. Hosted by Dr. Seth G. Jones, The Last Line of Defense breaks down and analyzes the latest national security news. Each episode provides practical solutions to the toughest national security questions—from war and peace around the world to the role of emerging technology in defense.

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Host Seth Jones sits down with Juan Cruz, who served in the U.S. Intelligence Community and on the National Security Council as special assistant to the president and senior director for Western Hemisphere affairs, to discuss the U.S. military’s role... more

Host Seth Jones sits down with Douglas Lute, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, to discuss President Trump’s proposed peace plan aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war.

This episode was recorded on November 24th, 2025.

Host Seth Jones talks with Mick Ryan, retired Australian Army Major General, about his recent visit to Ukraine's frontlines. They discuss the evolving dynamics of the war, highlighting Ukraine's successes, Russia's challenges, and key developments, i... more

President Trump met with President Xi in a historic bilateral meeting amid growing tensions between the United States and China. Host Seth Jones sat down with Jude Blanchette, the Distinguished Tang Chair in China Research and the inaugural director ... more

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Juan Cruz
Senior Advisor at CSIS, former Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Affairs at the National Security Council
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: Are the United States and Venezuela on the Brink of War?
General Mick Ryan
Former Australian Army officer who has commanded soldiers at multiple levels and provided insights on the Ukraine war.
Australian Army
Episode: Is Putin Winning the War or Just Buying Time?
Jude Blanchette
Distinguished Tang Chair in China Research and inaugural Director of the RAND China Research Center
RAND Corporation
Episode: Trump vs. Xi. Who Won?

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Is Putin Winning the War or Just Buying Time?
Q: What are Ukrainians having the most success and where are they having the most significant challenges?
Ukrainians are effectively using drones but face challenges due to a shortfall in operators and sustaining Western support.
Is Putin Winning the War or Just Buying Time?
Q: How would you describe the state of the war right now?
Ukraine is preventing Russia from winning but isn't positioned to win itself, having achieved some success in slowing Russian advances.

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