Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is taking center stage at the NATO meeting in Turkey, calling for more interceptor missiles to fortify his defense against ongoing aggression. Yet, while he pushes for these critical assets, we can count on the likes of CNN and MSNBC to spin this as a straightforward plea for help, neglecting to question the dubious motives behind continued Western funding and military supplies. They’ll polish this narrative to make it look like a heroic resistance, glossing over how this sets the stage for perpetual conflict and dependency.

Meanwhile, Fox News might dabble in a touch of skepticism, peppering their commentary with hints of inquiry about the effectiveness of these military supplies. But do we really expect them to challenge the military-industrial complex? Don’t hold your breath. They’re quick to push the narrative that feeding the war machine equates to patriotism, all while selling you the idea of “freedom” and “democracy” like it’s a branded product.

It’s a game of rhetorical tug-of-war, with corporate media peddling the myth that pouring more weapons into Ukraine is the noble course of action, without a shred of concern for the consequences. The real story? How long will this charade go on, and who really benefits from an endless cycle of military spending—certainly not the average citizen on the ground dealing with the fallout from this global proxy war.