Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 2/19/24: Ukraine Retreats From Stronghold, Russia Claims Navalny Sudden Death Syndrome, Fani Willis Humiliated On Witness Stand, CIA Cooked Russiagate Intel, Elon Attacks Matt Taibbi, Israel Splits Gaza Ahead Of Rafah Invasion, Lula Compares Bibi To Hitler, Tlaib Says No Biden Vote In Primary
Feb 19, 2024
Yegor Kotkin, a socialist commentator, brings sharp insights into the reported death of Alexei Navalny, discussing its political ramifications. The conversation brushes on Ukraine's military retreat and the role of Western support. Additionally, they delve into the CIA's controversial intelligence practices during the Russiagate scandal. Kotkin also critiques the ethical dilemmas faced by public officials amid evolving geopolitical tensions, including Israel's maneuvers in Gaza and the polarized American political landscape.
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Bakhmut's Fall and Aid Arguments
- The fall of Bakhmut highlights arguments for and against aiding Ukraine.
- Zelensky blames ammunition shortages, while others cite manpower and morale problems.
Industrial Production Disparity
- Western ammunition production cannot match Russia's, hindering Ukraine's war effort.
- Russia's closed, vertically integrated production gives them an advantage.
Willis's Cash Reimbursements
- Fani Willis, Georgia prosecutor, testified she reimbursed her lover, a prosecutor she hired, in untraceable cash for trips.
- This contradicts her typical use of traceable payment methods, raising questions about corruption.