The Duran Podcast Putin challenged on Trump Tomahawk deployment
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Oct 14, 2025 In a riveting discussion, the hosts dive into Putin's challenging press conference where journalists grilled him on Tomahawk missiles. They analyze Trump’s rhetoric and the delicate balance Russia must strike between retaliation and avoiding escalation. The podcast explores internal Russian debates on engaging with Trump, the implications of US aid to Ukraine, and the risks of nuclear-capable Tomahawks. Additionally, they ponder whether Putin was adequately warned about US actions, setting the stage for internal and international tensions.
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Putin Publicly Challenged Over Tomahawks
- Putin faced unusually direct challenges from Russian journalists about Tomahawk threats and domestic frustration.
- This public pushback signals growing impatience with his cautious diplomacy toward Trump.
Tomahawk Rhetoric As Leverage
- Trump uses Tomahawk rhetoric as leverage to push Russia toward negotiations, according to Mercouris.
- Russians perceive the moves as bluffing and feel the dialogue with Trump yields little real leverage.
Putin's Persistence Versus Domestic Skepticism
- Many in Russia now question why Putin persists with dialogue when it appears ineffective.
- Putin seems personally invested in finding a US interlocutor, especially Trump, despite domestic skepticism.