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The Duran Podcast
Zelensky, playing for time
Jul 20, 2024
Ukrainian officials facing resignations, Russian advances, and wavering international support. Zelensky's strategic signaling for negotiation, doubts on peace summit sincerity. Potential government in exile, Lavrov's perspective on Ukraine. Fallout of Ukraine's defeat on NATO, impact on NATO's expansion and funding
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- Zelensky faces pressure to negotiate with Russia while balancing domestic politics
- NATO's relevance may diminish without further expansion, impacting its purpose and alliances
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Zelensky's Ambivalence Towards Negotiations
Zelensky appears to be torn between the overwhelming need for peace in Ukraine and the potential political consequences of actively pursuing negotiations to end the conflict with Russia. Despite the urgent calls for peace, there are concerns that Zelensky may not genuinely seek to negotiate a resolution, fearing backlash from military factions and his own political downfall. Reports suggest that top military officials acknowledge the dire situation, emphasizing the necessity of surrender due to dwindling resources and escalating casualties.
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