Judging Freedom Prof. Gilbert Doctorow: Does Putin Trust Trump?
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Jan 30, 2025 Professor Gilbert Doctorow, an expert on Russia and international affairs, dives deep into the Kremlin's perspective on the Ukraine war and media influence. He discusses how political rhetoric is interpreted in Moscow, viewing it as bluster rather than true threat. The conversation shifts to military aid dynamics, particularly from the U.S. to Ukraine, and the implications for accountability. Doctorow also explores the possibility of a new diplomatic agreement akin to the Yalta Conference, highlighting the importance of dialogue in shaping future geopolitical relations.
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Kremlin's View of the War
- From the Kremlin's perspective, the war in Ukraine is essentially over, even based on mainstream news.
- Trump's rhetoric on the war is seen as either a negotiating tactic or irrelevant due to the "deep state's" influence.
Ongoing Arms Shipments
- The US continues to supply Ukraine with arms, including used Patriot systems from Israel.
- Russia views these shipments as inconsequential, claiming to easily destroy them.
Ukrainian Drone Attacks
- Ukraine continues drone attacks within Russia, targeting infrastructure.
- These attacks, while effective, lack the same PR impact as Western-supplied weapons.