Ian Proud (fmr. British Diplomat): European Leaders’ Ignorance of Russia.

Ian Proud, a former British diplomat and author of "The Peacemonger," discusses the naivety of European leaders regarding the conflict in Ukraine. He critiques the military involvement proposals and the UK's limited clout over U.S. decisions. Proud highlights the political response to Zelensky and the dangers of a unified narrative masking complex domestic dynamics. The conversation also touches on public perceptions of Russia, the implications of government surveillance, and the ongoing tension between technology firms and state security efforts.