Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 7/15/25: Trump Pressures Ukraine To Bomb Moscow, Bibi Floats Iran War, ICE Tracking App Freaks Trump Admin
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Jul 15, 2025 
Joshua Aaron, a tech entrepreneur and developer of the ICEBlock app, joins the discussion on pressing political issues. They dive into Trump’s controversial push for Ukraine to take military action against Moscow and explore the implications for international diplomacy. The conversation shifts to the reception of the ICEBlock app, a tool empowering communities against ICE, addressing fears and legal risks it faces. They also touch upon the impact of misinformation surrounding U.S.-Israel relations and the ethical dilemmas within tech collaborations with the government.
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Trump’s Hardline Shift on Ukraine
- Trump's initial arrogance about ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict underestimated Putin's resolve.
- Trump's frustration shows a shift from expected quick diplomacy to a hardline, more hawkish stance.
Trump Encourages Ukraine to Bomb Moscow
- Trump privately asked Zelensky if Ukraine could strike Moscow with US-supplied long-range weapons.
- This marks a sharp break from Trump's prior anti-war campaign stance, showing escalation in US involvement.
Reality Hits Trump on Putin
- Trump's approach to Putin was naive, expecting easy deals via personal rapport.
- He now faces reality that Putin's intransigence demands a tougher, riskier foreign policy stance.