Why did Russia decide to ratchet up tensions with Ukraine and seize three ships Sunday? Do Ukranians fear their long war with Russia is about to reach a new, more intensive stage? Nolan Peterson, The Daily Signal’s foreign correspondent, joins us from Ukraine to share what he’s seeing and hearing. Plus: A new survey shows some young adults think President Barack Obama was better than George Washington.

We also cover these stories:

  • Special counsel Robert Mueller is expected to issue his report on the 2016 elections in the near future—but he’s also now accusing former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort of lying to investigators.
  • Three American soldiers died Tuesday in Afghanistan, due to a roadside bomb.
  • President Donald Trump is threatening a 10 percent tariff on iPhones, which are assembled in China.

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