Judging Freedom Alastair Crooke: Is Trump Missing the Boat?
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May 27, 2025 
Alastair Crooke, a former British diplomat and intelligence analyst, shares insights on contemporary geopolitics and Donald Trump's strategies. He discusses the rising price of gold and the impact of declining currencies. Crooke delves into Russian sentiments towards the West, fueled by sanctions and historical grievances. He critiques U.S. foreign policy, addressing reliability and trust issues that strain international relationships. The conversation also touches on European military dynamics and the challenges of supporting Ukraine amid heightened tensions.
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Russia's Deep-Rooted Anger
- Russia's anger is deep-rooted, stemming from historical suffering and Western actions perceived as hostile.
- Sanctions have failed economically but fueled resentment and a defensive Russian stance that sees a long-term conflict.
West's Transactional Misunderstanding
- Trump and his team appear unaware or unwilling to grasp the irreversible nature of Russia's demands, like neutrality and sovereignty.
- Western transactional thinking fails to address the deep ideological and existential issues at play in Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Trump's Knowledge Gap on Conflict
- Trump seems uninformed about key battlefield realities, like Ukraine's drone attacks targeting Moscow and Putin’s helicopter risk.
- This lack of knowledge undermines credibility and the possibility of serious diplomatic breakthroughs with Russia.