

Relentless Russia Drone Attacks on Ukraine / Will Peace Talks Even Happen?
May 12, 2025
Colonel Douglas Macgregor, a highly decorated combat veteran and CEO of Our Country, Our Choice, discusses the renewed intensity of Russia's drone strikes in Ukraine following the Victory Day parade. He criticizes Western responses to Russian aggression, calling out the inconsistency of U.S. leadership, notably former President Trump's shifting stance on ceasefires. Macgregor argues that ongoing arms support prolongs the conflict and raises skepticism about any genuine peace talks, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to acknowledge Russian territorial claims.
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Russia Resumes Full-Scale Operations
- Russia resumed full-scale military operations in Ukraine immediately after the May 9 Victory Day parade.
- Overnight drone strikes by Russia continue despite Ukrainians' large-scale drone and missile attacks.
Trump’s Shifting Stance Harms Dialogue
- Russia wants to fight until its objectives are met, dismissing Western surprise.
- Trump's alignment with European leaders on a ceasefire damages US credibility with Russia.
Contrasting Ceasefire and Negotiation Proposals
- European leaders demanded a 30-day ceasefire from Russia unconditionally.
- Putin proposed meeting in Istanbul without preconditions, contrasting the Western demand.