The Duran Podcast Vladimir Putin's legal arguments, checkmate in Ukraine
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Feb 1, 2025 Vladimir Putin's recent interviews reveal his legal arguments challenging President Zelensky's legitimacy. The complexities of potential peace negotiations highlight skepticism around Zelensky's negotiation skills due to past failures. Political tension rises in Ukraine, exacerbated by corruption claims within the defense ministry. The influence of U.S. funding on Ukrainian media raises questions about integrity and independence. Lastly, the funding crisis and its implications for support and accountability complicate the situation further.
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Zelenskyy's Illegitimacy
- Putin's legal arguments suggest that Zelenskyy is not a legitimate negotiating partner.
- Putin claims Zelenskyy's term is over and a decree prevents talks.
Past Failed Agreements
- Putin points to past failed agreements like the 2014 compromise and the 2015 Minsk Agreement.
- He highlights Ukraine's history of not honoring agreements, making negotiations difficult.
Zelenskyy's Negotiation Ban
- Zelenskyy's ban on negotiating with Putin, based on bad advice, has backfired.
- Rescinding the ban now would be an admission of illegitimacy.