

HIGH ALERT! Ukraine Attacks Hungary's Oil Pipeline, Hungary ready to strike back | Redacted News
Aug 21, 2025
Kvork Almasian, a Syrian journalist known for his insights on Middle Eastern geopolitics, and Mike Krupa, a Polish political expert, dive deep into rising tensions between Hungary and Ukraine after an attack on Hungary's oil pipeline. They discuss Hungary's readiness to retaliate amidst broader NATO implications and the historical misperceptions shaping public opinion in Eastern Europe. The conversation also touches on generational divides in Poland regarding Russia and the complex geopolitical landscape, highlighting significant international relations dynamics.
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Scale Of Gaza Demolition
- Israel is mobilizing 60,000 reservists and massive demolition equipment to capture and flatten Gaza City.
- Haaretz reports this unprecedented destruction will generate 50+ million tons of rubble and cost billions to clear over a decade.
China Bulldozer Debate
- Clayton and Natali debate China supplying bulldozers to Israel and whether the CCP would permit it.
- Natali says contractors may buy privately from China while Clayton doubts the Chinese Communist Party would allow it.
Ceasefire Framed As Limited Pretext
- Hosts argue Israel frames a 'limited ceasefire' to continue a full takeover of Gaza despite hostage offers.
- They conclude the 60,000 troop call-up looks aimed at flattening Gaza, not rescuing hostages.