The Duran Podcast EU, UK, Ukraine reject Trump plan, Russia supports Trump peace efforts
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Apr 25, 2025 Diplomatic tensions run high as the EU, UK, and Ukraine reject a controversial peace plan from Trump, while Russia surprisingly supports it. The chaotic negotiations reveal Zelensky's frustrations and the challenges of reaching a ceasefire. The backdrop includes a terrorist attack linked to Ukraine's military intelligence, raising questions about trust and misinformation. Meanwhile, the debate over Crimea continues, with critical views on mainstream media narratives. NATO faces its own struggles as leaders work to maintain support for Ukraine amid shifting loyalties.
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Chaos in Peace Talks
- The peace negotiations are highly chaotic and disorganized with shifting positions day-to-day. - The US shifted from ceasefire talks to substantive peace issues, proposing the Kellogg Plan which Ukraine entirely rejected.
Peace Undermined by War Aims
- Zelensky and his team appear to want the war to continue despite battlefield losses. - Assassination attempts on Russian officials likely aim to sabotage peace negotiations.
Crimea Issue Is Misdirection
- The Crimea issue is used as misdirection by all sides in the talks. - Neither Russia nor the US demands recognition of Crimea as Russian; Russians don't care about US recognition.