Judging Freedom Prof. Gilbert Doctorow: Trump Full of Surprises
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Feb 20, 2025 Join Professor Gilbert Doctorow, an expert on Russia and Eastern Europe, as he dives into Donald Trump's surprising remarks on U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine. He dissects the Kremlin's changing view of Trump, from a disruptive figure to a potential peace-maker. The discussion also touches on the ongoing conflict in Donbass, the complexities of U.S.-Russia relations, and how European political dynamics could shift with upcoming elections. Doctorow offers a fresh perspective on the intricate interplay of diplomacy and disruption.
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Kremlin's Satisfaction
- The Kremlin is pleased with the Riyadh meeting's positive results and Trump's evolving public statements.
- They believe Trump's positions are consistent, strategically revealing information at opportune times.
Trump Team's Insight
- Trump's team possesses a deeper understanding of the situation than initially perceived.
- Their ability to penetrate the intelligence agencies' fog was underestimated, proving effective without external intervention.
Zelensky's Rejection
- Zelensky was given terms he would likely reject regarding Ukraine's mineral resources as security for US investments.
- A questionnaire revealed the EU's inability to enforce a peace treaty, fulfilling Trump's expectations.