Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs [Live from Moscow]: Does Trump Want Peace?
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Apr 29, 2025 
Join Professor Jeffrey Sachs, an economist and public policy expert, live from Moscow as he dives into the complex dynamics of peace initiatives in Ukraine and Gaza. He critiques the pressures on Ukraine's leadership and discusses alternative peace proposals. Sachs also examines the shifting role of European leaders away from U.S. influence in the Ukraine crisis. The episode captures engaging conversations from a recent conference in Moscow, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue for shaping global futures.
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Ukraine's Grim Battlefield Reality
- Ukraine is losing and faces an inevitable choice: settle or endure further defeats and losses.
- The U.S. under Trump will not re-engage actively in the conflict, forcing Ukraine to realistically assess its position.
Ukraine's Nationalist Regime Context
- Ukraine's regime is dominated by extreme nationalists, maintaining power through military rule and suppression.
- Trump supports peace to save lives, opposing prolonging a war that benefits Ukraine's hardliners.
Leadership and Peace in Ukraine
- Zelensky must either accept peace agreements or risk Ukraine's destruction and massive loss of life.
- If Zelensky fears for his safety or can't make the tough decisions, he should step down for Ukraine's sake.
