The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | February 6th, 2025: Zelensky Reveals Conditions For Ending The War & Israel Prepares For Palestinian Exodus From Gaza
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Feb 6, 2025 In Ukraine, President Zelensky calls for U.S. nuclear weapons as a safety measure against Russia, raising eyebrows and skepticism from Trump's special envoy. Meanwhile, the Gaza conflict intensifies as Trump proposes a U.S.-led takeover, prompting Israeli Defense Minister Katz to prepare plans for a possible Palestinian exodus. The discussion dives into the implications of these controversial strategies and the historical context surrounding the conflict, highlighting international reactions and concerns over potential ethnic cleansing.
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Zelensky's Nuclear Demand
- Zelensky requests nuclear weapons from the U.S. as an alternative security guarantee if NATO membership isn't granted.
- He argues this is needed to ensure lasting peace and deter further Russian aggression.
Ukraine's Past Nuclear Arsenal
- Ukraine previously possessed nuclear weapons but relinquished them in 1994.
- Zelensky criticizes that decision, citing inadequate security assurances from the U.S., UK, and Russia.
U.S. Response to Nuclear Request
- Trump's special envoy, General Kellogg, dismisses Zelensky's request for nuclear weapons as highly unlikely.
- Kellogg confirms planned meetings between Trump, Zelensky, and Putin, emphasizing the need for concessions from both sides.