The Duran Podcast Realpolitik Russia deal that Trump avoids
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Apr 10, 2025 The podcast delves into Dmitriev's mission to enhance U.S.-Russia business relations, sidestepping politics. It scrutinizes a controversial minerals deal involving Ukraine and its implications for sovereignty. Discussions reveal the need for the U.S. to capitalize on global shipping dynamics amid Russia's shadow fleet. The impact of recent European diplomatic choices on U.S.-Russia ties is also analyzed, emphasizing proactive engagement over sanctions. Finally, it tackles the miscalculations of European businesses regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict's economic fallout.
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Trump's Ukraine Strategy
- The Trump administration's proposed minerals deal with Ukraine is designed to be rejected.
- This rejection would allow Trump to halt aid to Ukraine.
US-Russia Trade Dynamics
- Russia's trade with the US exceeds Ukraine's, yet Russia remains untariffed.
- This suggests substantive discussions and a potential US-Russia commercial deal.
Realpolitik Favors Russia Deal
- Prioritizing a deal with Russia over Ukraine benefits the US geopolitically and economically.
- This approach aligns with a realpolitik perspective on national interest.