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Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels

The TRUTH Behind America's Role in the Ukraine War

Dec 3, 2024
Scott Horton, a historian and author of "Provoked," joins to dissect America's role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argues that U.S. foreign policy decisions, particularly NATO's expansion and military intervention, stirred tensions rather than easing them. Highlighting the influence of the military-industrial complex, Horton examines missed opportunities for peace. The conversation critiques mainstream media narratives and emphasizes critical lessons for avoiding future conflicts, all while providing a fresh perspective on the complexities of modern geopolitics.
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  • The podcast emphasizes the significant role of NATO's eastward expansion in escalating tensions with Russia, revealing that these policies may have provoked the conflict rather than promoting peace.
  • Scott Horton discusses the military-industrial complex's influence over U.S. foreign policy decisions, highlighting how their interests often overshadow genuine diplomatic efforts aimed at conflict resolution.

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