The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series The Ukraine War Ceasefire || Peter Zeihan
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Mar 26, 2025 The podcast delves into the latest developments in the Ukraine War, focusing on Ukraine's recent strategic retreat from Kursk. It examines the role of misinformation and propaganda in shaping political narratives. A pivotal phone call between Trump and Putin is discussed, emphasizing the complexities surrounding the possibility of a ceasefire. The conversation highlights the evolving political dynamics that complicate peace efforts.
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Ukraine Retreats from Kursk
- Ukrainians were driven from Kursk after a Russian multi-vector assault during a US intel blackout.
- They lost equipment, facing new drone tactics, but most troops escaped.
Trump Repeats Russian Propaganda
- Donald Trump's pronouncements on the Ukraine war, such as the alleged encirclement of Ukrainian troops, align with Russian propaganda.
- This suggests he is receiving and disseminating inaccurate information.
Putin-Trump Ceasefire Call
- Putin and Trump had a 90-minute phone call on March 18th discussing a potential ceasefire in Ukraine.
- Putin suggested a partial ceasefire, but quickly violated it, and demanded extensive concessions for a full ceasefire.