Valuetainment "Putin's Playing Poker" - Chris Cappy REVEALS Why Putin WON’T Fold In Ukraine
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Jul 26, 2025 
Chris Cappy, a war correspondent and geopolitics expert behind the Cappy Army YouTube channel, dives into the intricate dynamics of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He explores the stalled peace efforts and how military support for Ukraine shapes negotiations. Cappy likens military strategy to poker, explaining why Putin won't back down. He discusses the potential global ramifications of ongoing conflict, sanctions against Russia, and the covert involvement of China and North Korea, warning that the situation could escalate dramatically.
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Russia's Two-Step Strategy
- Russia's strategy was to pressure Ukraine first to force peace talks.
- When this failed, the plan shifted to maximum pressure on Russia itself.
Secondary Tariffs as Nuclear Option
- Secondary tariffs are the real 'nuclear option' in sanctions against Russia.
- These tariffs pressure China, India, and others buying Russian oil, increasing economic pain on Russia.
Russia's Battlefield Momentum Rationale
- Russia sees battlefield momentum and territorial gains favor them.
- Their rationale is to continue fighting until they no longer have an advantage before considering peace.