The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2186 - Investigating “Putin’s Brain” + Zelensky Part II
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Apr 25, 2025 
Volodymyr Zelensky, the sixth president of Ukraine, shares insights on navigating the Russo-Ukrainian War while balancing his past as an actor and comedian. He discusses the complexities of U.S. support, Russia's aggressive tactics, and the ideological underpinnings of the conflict. The conversation delves into Alexander Dugin's influence on Russia's imperial aspirations and the global implications of these geopolitical tensions. Zelensky also emphasizes the importance of understanding democracy in confronting authoritarianism and the shared values that unite Ukraine and the U.S.
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Ukraine Rejects Russian Narratives
- Ukraine rejects Russia's narrative of Nazism and social decadence.
- President Zelensky emphasizes Ukrainian freedom and resistance against forced imposition of values.
Putin's Expanding Ambitions
- Putin views Ukraine's existence as a threat to Russian identity and empire.
- Zelensky warns that if Ukraine falls, Putin's ambitions will expand to other countries.
Russia's Anti-American Coalition
- Russia forms a coalition with nations opposed to the U.S., like Iran, North Korea, and China.
- This coalition openly fights against the United States' global influence.