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Dave Smith Breaks Down the Reasons Russia Invaded Ukraine [14:09 | SEP 28 2022 | PowerfulJRE] (youtu.be)
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Taken from JRE #1875 w/Dave Smith

Key Points

  1. Nuclear Concern: The looming threat of nuclear conflict should be the foremost global priority, overshadowing all other issues, as miscalculations could lead to catastrophic consequences.
  2. Negotiation Ignored: The U.S. intervention in Ukraine’s negotiations with Russia raises ethical questions about foreign policy and the responsibility to seek peaceful resolutions.
  3. Compromise Proposition: The initial deal proposed to allow Ukraine autonomy while avoiding NATO membership might have prevented the escalation of war, highlighting the importance of diplomatic solutions.
  4. Narrative Contradictions: The portrayal of Putin as both a madman and a failing leader creates a confusing narrative that may overlook the complexities behind his motivations.
  5. Historical Provocation: The expansion of NATO and the 2014 coup in Ukraine are critical events that contributed to current tensions, suggesting a pattern of Western interventionism that can lead to conflict.
  6. Political Entanglement: The intertwining of U.S. political interests and actions in Ukraine complicates the narrative, suggesting that past interventions significantly influenced the current crisis.
  7. Understanding the Enemy: Listening to adversaries and understanding their grievances is crucial for effective diplomacy, as ignoring context leads to misguided policies.
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[–] jimmydoreisalefty -3 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Edit: added Gideon Rose name, format

Timestamp: 05:57 - Clip starts: Stephen Colbert and Gideon Rose (Editor, Foreign Affairs) on Russia-Ukraine | Robin and Batman | https://youtu.be/WVXzwnU1H6U&t=357