The Duran Podcast Article 5, federalization and US air support
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Aug 22, 2025 Delve into the complex web of U.S. and Russian diplomatic interactions regarding security guarantees for Ukraine. The narrative navigates the fallout from Trump's foreign policy, especially his fraught ties with European leaders. Discussions unravel the strategic significance of past negotiations in Istanbul, while addressing NATO's expansion and Russia's firm stance during peace talks. The episode critiques the effectiveness of sanctions against Russia and underscores the importance of open dialogue to prevent escalating tensions in the region.
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Russia Requires Negotiated Security Guarantees
- Russia insists any security guarantees for Ukraine must be negotiated with and acceptable to Russia.
- Lavrov says Istanbul 2022-style guarantees, including veto rights for guarantors, reflect Moscow's position.
Federalization And Minority Protections Are Central
- Russia will push federalization and protections for Russian-speakers and the Orthodox Church as part of a negotiated settlement.
- Mercouris expects these demands to be non-negotiable components of any peace deal.
Moscow Rejects European Guarantors
- Russia dislikes Britain and France acting as guarantors given their rhetoric and talks about deploying troops.
- Mercouris doubts Moscow would accept major European powers providing guarantees under current conditions.