

Rose Gottemoeller on Negotiating with Russia
17 snips Mar 17, 2025
Rose Gottemoeller, a former Deputy Secretary General of NATO and expert in international security, returns to discuss the complex negotiations involving the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine. She shares insights on the shifting dynamics of U.S.-Russia relations and the challenges surrounding NATO membership and territorial concessions. Gottemoeller emphasizes Europe’s critical role in nuclear discussions and the importance of ongoing dialogue. The conversation dives into the fundamental issues of achieving a lasting ceasefire, reflecting on historical negotiation processes and the need for transparency.
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Trump's Peace Efforts
- Donald Trump's active pursuit of peace in Ukraine has disrupted expectations.
- His strong will to achieve goals suggests he is serious about the peace process.
Putin's Dilemma
- Putin's willingness to compromise is uncertain, but Trump is pushing him.
- A complete defeat of Trump could harm Putin's goal of sanctions relief.
Putin's Endgame
- Putin's goals seem maximalist, aiming to subjugate Ukraine.
- It's uncertain if he'll accept a tactical, limited victory.