Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Alex Krainer: NATO Lost Ukraine War - New Economic World Order Awaits
Nov 13, 2025
Alex Krainer, a market analyst and author, delves into the geopolitical and economic fallout of NATO's struggles in Ukraine. He highlights the strategic significance of recent territorial losses for Ukraine and how this accelerates a military collapse. Krainer discusses the waning U.S. commitment and its impact on European security. He also examines the financial consequences for Europe against Ukraine's recovery scenario. Finally, he explores shifts in global economic strategies, emphasizing the emerging role of BRICS and the potential bifurcation of development paths.
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Pokrovsk Fall Risks Rapid Russian Push
- The fall of Pokrovsk opens an almost undefended agricultural corridor to the Dnieper, enabling rapid Russian advance.
- Alex Krainer warns this could prompt Kyiv's collapse and end the 'project Ukraine' if Russians reach the Dnieper.
Logistics Hubs Determine Frontline Fate
- Loss of key logistics hubs like Pokrovsk accelerates collapse of Ukrainian armed forces and undermines Western narratives of stalemate.
- Krainer says Russian forces are growing in strength and could press for a decisive push westward.
U.S. Security Guarantee Was The Tripwire
- Krainer differentiates European and U.S. roles: Europeans risk deeper involvement while Trump refused a U.S. security guarantee.
- He argues Trump pulling back reduced the tripwire for direct NATO-Russia escalation.