The Duran Podcast Starmer and Macron FAIL to trick Trump into war with Russia
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Feb 28, 2025 Political leaders are trying to rally Trump to support military action in Ukraine, but their efforts may be falling flat. The focus on international conflicts leaves domestic UK issues in the shadows. Complexities arise as discussions about British troop deployments spark legal and political debates. Meanwhile, Poland's strategic position is crucial, balancing military capabilities with potential regional ramifications. The podcast navigates through these geopolitical tensions while questioning the effectiveness of current leadership strategies.
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UK's Aims in Ukraine
- The UK, particularly its political elite, is heavily invested in the Ukraine conflict and desires US intervention.
- They see the US as a potential 'backstop' to enable their own military involvement.
Russia's Stance on Peacekeepers
- Russia insists any peacekeeping force requires UN Security Council authorization, where they hold veto power.
- Unauthorized European forces in Ukraine will be treated as combatants.
British and French Strategy
- The British and French aim to establish a 'tripwire force' across Ukraine, hoping to draw the US into a conflict with Russia.
- Trump is trying to avoid providing a guarantee that could be used to justify this intervention.