On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to LCol Marc Kieley about Canada's contribution and training in lethal aid to the Ukraine as it continues to face invasion from Russia.

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Guest bios: LCol Marc Kieley is the Commandant of the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School and former Head of Operational Planning for the Canadian Army. Between the end of 2020 and into 2021, with increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia, LCol Kieley was placed as the Desk Officer for Canada’s response to Russian threats. From 2021-2022, Kieley became the Lead Desk Officer within the Director of Strategic Planning for Canada’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute

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Recommended Readings: "Lethal Aid Delivery to Ukraine and Beyond" by LCol Marc Kieley.

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Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll