Judging Freedom Phil Giraldi : Will Ukraine Peace Bring a New Détente?
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Aug 20, 2025 Phil Giraldi, a former CIA officer and intelligence expert, shares his insights on the complex geopolitical tensions surrounding Ukraine. He discusses the prospects for peace and a potential new détente, examining the implications for U.S. foreign policy. The conversation delves into the recent dynamics between Trump and Putin, as well as the challenges of effective negotiations. Giraldi also highlights the evolving role of U.S. involvement in fostering diplomacy and critiques the neoconservative influence on intelligence strategies toward Russia.
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Alaska Meeting Was An Educational Breakthrough
- Phil Giraldi views the Trump–Putin meeting as largely educational for Trump about Russia's perspective and war evolution.
- Giraldi thinks Putin used personal chemistry to shape Trump's understanding and make peace more feasible.
Negotiations Likely, Escalation Possible
- Giraldi believes the war is likelier to end at a negotiating table than decisively on the battlefield.
- He warns that failure to resolve diplomatically could force Russia to escalate militarily as a signal.
Territory And NATO Status Are Core Demands
- Giraldi expects Putin to insist on retaining currently held territories and on a NATO exclusion for Ukraine.
- He sees those demands as central bargaining positions for any durable settlement.