UKRAINE WAR REACHES A CRITICAL TURNING POINT | IS ISRAEL STRATEGICALLY OVERSTRETCHED?
Interview for Dialogue Works

03:21 Zelensky claims North Koreans are fighting Ukrainians, but there is no evidence.

• Western media admits that North Korean troops are participating at the request of North Korea to prepare for possible conflicts.
• North Korean artillery systems have arrived in Russia and are being used on the front lines.
• The North Koreans are likely participating in training and support, rather than in independent combat.
• Zelensky uses this information to shame the West, which is not ready to intervene.

16:01 Influence of the UK and NATO

• The UK and NATO support Ukraine so that it continues to fight.
• Donald Trump can change the situation if he meets with Zelensky.
• NATO may cease to exist due to confrontation with Trump.

22:26 The situation in Odessa

• Odessa may become a bone of contention between the US and Russia.
• ​​Russia may demilitarize Odessa and hold a referendum.
• Ukraine should have accepted the Istanbul Communiqué to preserve its territories.
• Continuing the conflict will result in the loss of another 20% of Ukraine's territory.
• Zelensky is not politically viable and will not be Ukraine's president for long.

32:12 Article 5 and NATO

• NATO's Article 5 is not a sacred trust, but merely an option to act.
• NATO's military structure has disappeared, and countries must make difficult decisions.
• Europe's political and economic elites are collapsing, leading to revolutionary change.

40:02 Western Strategy and Ukraine

• Ukraine is being used as a victim to destroy Russia.
• ​​The US began supplying weapons to Ukraine long before the SMO began.
• The Russian military made mistakes early in the conflict.
• The CIA set up 20 bases in Ukraine to track weapons supplies.
• The goal was not to help Ukraine, but to strategically defeat Russia.
• ​​Ukraine has been used to achieve this goal since the collapse of the USSR.

58:44 The Future of the US and the World

• Trump wants to stop being the world's policeman.
• Trump wants US economic dominance.
• He wants to control resources and supply chains.

01:05:39 The Middle East and Israel

• Israel is preparing for a possible war with Turkey or Iran.
• Trump understands that an attack on Iran will lead to catastrophic consequences.
• Israel has said it will not withdraw from southern Lebanon in 60 days.
• Hezbollah could become a resistance movement, pushing Israel out.
• Iran will sign a strategic agreement with Russia on January 17. Trump should take this agreement into account when making decisions.
• Iran also wants normalization and cooperation with the West.

01:16:06 Iran's vulnerabilities

• The public has lost faith in the government.
• Iran's new president seeks reforms and economic stability.
• Iran seeks cooperation with the West.
• Tehran understands that sanctions can destroy society from within.

01:23:51 China and the US

• Donald Trump is focused on China, not the Middle East or Ukraine.
• China has military, economic and diplomatic power.
• The US must work closely with other countries to combat China.
• China cannot ignore the joint efforts of the US and its allies.
• Severing ties with China could lead to economic problems for Europe.

01:32:51 The Biden administration's diplomatic failures

• The Biden administration has brought the US to the brink of nuclear war with China.
• China has increased its strategic nuclear forces in response to US actions.
• The US has had to revise its nuclear strategy, which is not a diplomatic success.

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THERE ARE NO MORE POLITICAL LEADERS IN THE WEST
Interview for Gegenpol

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CHANGE COURSE NOW. WE NEED A NEW PARADIGM
Interview for Schiller Institute

00:36 Introduction and political situation in the USA

• In 11 days, the USA will have a new president.
• Trump can change the rules of the game by appointing new people to key positions.
• Trump criticizes CIA operations.
• Trump does not want to be the world's policeman and does not support US involvement in foreign wars.

09:06 Trump's impact on the German elections

• Trump is changing the rules of the game, which will affect the elections in Germany.
• Germany must understand that the world has changed.
• Germany must choose a path that will lead to peace with Russia.
• ​​Trump can cooperate with European countries to solve problems.

15:04 Deployment of nuclear weapons in Germany

• Deployment of nuclear weapons in Germany raises security questions.
• Trump respects strong independent voices.
• Germany must start a strategic debate to avoid a catastrophe.
• The elections must lead to real change, not a repeat of failed policies.

19:55 The Future of the United States and Trump's Policy

• Donald Trump was elected on a populist mandate that overtook the traditional Republican Party.
• The Democratic Party has shown itself to be flawed, and if Trump delivers on his promises, his successor J.D. Vance will remain in power.
• Trump may solve the problem with Russia, but the situation in the Middle East remains dangerous.

23:15 Conflict in Syria and Palestine

• The new government in Syria does not control internal factions.
• Trump seeks to prevent the United States from being drawn into wars, especially with Iran.
• Turkey is vulnerable to US economic pressure, which could change regional stability.
• Iran may sign an agreement with Russia, but it will not be a defensive alliance.

37:52 US-China Relations

• The Trump administration had hopes for improved relations with China.
• BRICS has become a powerful force, representing more than 80% of the world's population.
• Indonesia became a full member of BRICS, which increased its influence.
• The US needs an enemy to maintain domestic politics.
• Economic tensions between the US and China will be manageable.

44:51 The future of the Pacific region

• China seeks membership in new economic organizations.
• Trump wants to make America reliable for China, and then compete economically.
• Tensions between the US and China will be economic, not military.

53:19 Restoring US greatness

• Trump can restore the US economy by investing in the civilian manufacturing sector.
• Recovering the US economy can make the country a peaceful partner and beneficial to the American people.
• The American people support Trump because of his aggressive stance.
• Trump seeks to revive civilian industry in the US, but does so through brute force.
• Tensions with Mexico expected due to tariffs and immigration policy.

01:04:26 The tipping point and the humanistic approach

• Trump is destroying traditional institutions and academic thinking.
• His approach to diplomacy is brute force, which can lead to conflicts.
• The US may not support the changes, which will lead to the instability of the revolution.

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TRUMP CRITICIZES NATO EXPANSION, POSTS JEFFREY SACHS TRUTH
Interview for Garland Nixon

00:30 Introduction

• Mention of upcoming events in Washington and New York.
• Announcement of the event with Ania K.

03:38 The Problems with NATO and Ukraine

• NATO expansion and its impact on the conflict in Ukraine.
• Trump admits that NATO expansion was the cause of the conflict.
• Trump manipulates history to justify his actions.
• In his first term, Trump was not free to act due to pressure on him.

11:52 War in Syria and Iraq

• Discussion of US interventions in Syria and Iraq.
• Obama and Netanyahu played a key role in these wars.
• Trump criticizes US military interventions in the region.
• Netanyahu fabricated an intelligence report, claiming that Iran was violating the agreement.
• Trump sought a better deal, rather than attack Iran, as Netanyahu wanted.
• Trump sends Netanyahu a signal that Iran is a priority, but not through war.

21:13 Trump's independence

• Trump creates conditions where he can reach out to Israel without dragging the US into new wars.
• He is independent on Israel and does not allow himself to be drawn into new conflicts.
• Trump uses indirect signals to show his position.
• Trump monitors headlines and alternative sources of information.
• New media has a significant impact on international politics.
• Trump and his administration use alternative media to understand the context.

30:07 Trump's revolution

• Trump plans to enter Greenland and take control of the Panama Canal.
• This is revolutionary, as Trump refuses to play the role of the world's policeman.
• Trump seeks to create a self-sufficient America, independent of China.
• Big changes are expected at home, including reform of the Justice Department.

38:06 Zelensky and his problems

• Polish presidential candidate says Kyiv cannot be part of the EU and NATO without admitting responsibility for massacres.
• Zelensky has made enemies, and his enemies may come out of the shadows.
• Ukrainian government is under the influence of Western Ukrainian nationalists.
• Mainstream media no longer hides the truth about Zelensky and his problems.

51:38 Trump and reality TV

• Trump tests Europe's reaction.
• He seeks to destroy the EU and NATO in order to leave these alliances.
• Trump criticizes NATO and Europe, considering them problems.

54:36 Iran and Russia

• Russia and Iran sign military alliance.
• Russia and Iran exchange data and technology to improve their military capabilities.
• Railway between Russia and Iran will make trade easier and more profitable.
• Iran will not be able to give up its nuclear potential alone.
• The deal with Russia gives Iran the opportunity to be tougher in negotiations.
• War with the US and Israel is not in Iran's interests.

01:00:58 Venezuela and the coup

• Venezuela prepares for elections.
• The coup attempt in Venezuela was planned by the CIA.
• Venezuela has become better at resisting US operations.
• Russia and China may be helping Venezuela with intelligence resources.
• Cuba is also actively involved in intelligence operations.

01:08:31 Events and books

• Announcement of events dedicated to the book.

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⁣YEMENI MISSILES HIT ISRAEL, IRAN ORDERS EMERGENCY MILITARY DRILLS — PUTIN'S BOLD MOVE?
Interview for Danny Haiphong

Live Stream Scheduled for January 09, 2025 at 8:30pm ET

Today we dive into the Middle East, where Yemen has conducted near daily military operations against Israel and Iran has ordered massive military drills amid threats of a new Israeli strike.

PLUS: a new Russia-Iran strategic agreement nears. Trump infuriated Netanyahu AND NATO in just seconds. Is the resistance set to rebound in 2025?

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YEMENI HYPERSONIC HITS ISRAEL, IRAN ORDERS EMERGENCY DRILLS — PUTIN'S BOLD MOVE REVEALED
Interview for Danny Haiphong

00:01 About the new format of the show.
01:02 Yemen and its role in the resistance axis.
09:50 The future of the resistance axis.
11:49 Ansarallah's successes.
15:39 Yemen and its development.
18:20 Control over the Red Sea.
23:01 The fatigue of the Israeli army.
27:37 The political struggle between Trump and Netanyahu.
35:08 Economic competition with China.
37:43 Support and sabotage of Trump.
41:13 Iran's drills and their significance.
50:48 Hezbollah and supplies.
59:10 The political situation.
01:03:49 Examples of other countries.
01:10:37 China and Russia.
01:15:19 Event dedicated to the book "Covering Ukraine".
01:20:05 Interview with Volodymyr Zelensky.
01:29:42 Consequences of Russia's victory.
01:38:37 US strategy and its failure.
01:44:19 Trump's economic policy.
01:49:17 Influence of the political establishment.
01:57:44 The future of the Trump administration.
02:04:59 Sanctions and isolation of the United States.

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ON GAZA, SYRIA, BASHAR AL-ASSAD, UKRAINE, NATO & FUTURE VISION
Interview for India & Global Left

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