– The FT asks but doesn’t really answer whether Russia can prevail over Ukraine.
– I’m worried that time is more on Russia’s side — because the Italian PM just resigned because of disagreement in his coalition over help to Ukraine.
– NYT says Israeli security officials are divided over value of Iran nuclear deal.
– The House passed its NDAA. For a complete list of action on amendments scroll down to House section of the Daily Digest.
– NYT says US armed forces falling short in recruitment.
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