The News Agents - USA Introducing: Christiane Amanpour Presents The Ex Files with Jamie Rubin
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Dec 22, 2025 Christiane Amanpour and Jamie Rubin delve into the complexities of global crises, focusing on a leaked Ukraine peace plan that raises alarm. They discuss Trump's negotiation tactics and how they parallel previous contentious deals. The duo critiques the simplistic approaches to diplomacy, emphasizing the need for detailed agreements. They highlight the challenges Ukraine faces and the risks of ceasefires. Additionally, they explore the influence of wealthy donors in politics and recommend poignant documentaries that shed light on these issues.
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Deal-Making Can't Resolve Complex Wars
- Trump treats complex international peace talks like real estate deals, expecting simple point-by-point bargains to resolve wars.
- Jamie Rubin and Christiane Amanpour warn this approach ignores sovereign stakes and expert negotiation needs.
Putin's Ends Won't Shift Without Pressure
- Putin's goals remain maximalist: subjugate Ukraine and gain territory rather than negotiate in good faith.
- A durable peace requires Putin's calculus to change via military, economic, and political pressure.
Afghanistan As Trump's Peace Template
- Christiane recalls Trump's Afghanistan withdrawal as a template for his peace-making style.
- She argues he sided with the aggressor and handed Afghanistan back to the Taliban on a silver platter.