Judging Freedom AMB. Ian Proud: Trump and Ukraine.
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Jan 9, 2025 Ian Proud, a former British diplomat and expert on foreign policy, delves into the UK's role in international conflict and arms exports. He discusses the ethical dilemmas surrounding military sales amidst allegations of genocide. Proud critiques political accountability and the credibility of leaders in addressing global issues. The conversation also touches on intelligence agencies like the CIA and MI6, examining their influence on foreign policy. Furthermore, he explores the UK's complicated military dynamics with Ukraine and historical tensions with Russia.
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UK's Role in Gaza
- The UK supplies weapons and dual-use equipment to Israel, making them complicit in the conflict.
- However, the US holds the most influence over Israel's actions in the region.
UK Weapons Export Laws
- The UK has strict export licensing regulations for weapons, requiring ministerial approval.
- Bureaucrats justify supplying weapons to Israel due to the ongoing, unproven genocide case.
Blinken's Denial
- Andrew Napolitano questions the lack of action despite evidence of genocide presented by various sources.
- He then plays a clip of Secretary Blinken denying the genocide, which Ian Proud criticizes as a "disgrace."