The News Agents

Is Trump turning against Putin?

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Apr 2, 2025
The podcast dives into the shifting dynamics between Trump and Putin, questioning if Trump realizes he's being played. Washington insiders are concerned about the faltering Ukraine peace deal, prompting discussions on potential sanctions against Russia. Insights from the Kremlin reveal a critical shift in how Russian media perceives Trump as frustrations grow. Meanwhile, Senator Cory Booker grabs attention with a marathon speech on the Senate floor, stirring conversations about Democratic strategies. A complex web of international relations and media narratives unfolds throughout the conversation.
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ANECDOTE

Trump's North Korea Deal

  • John Sopel recounts Trump's first term meeting with Kim Jong-un, promising a new dawn.
  • The initial spectacle in Singapore yielded to fruitless talks in Vietnam, highlighting Trump's pattern.
INSIGHT

Putin Playing Trump

  • Emily Maitlis suggests Trump is realizing Putin has been manipulating him.
  • Putin exploited Trump's acquiescence, aiming to control Ukraine with US approval.
INSIGHT

Ukraine's Worsening Situation

  • Lewis Goodall points out Ukraine's situation worsened due to Trump, losing intelligence and weaponry.
  • The Kremlin's envoy visiting Washington signals a shift from their prior diplomatic freeze.
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