Russia-Ukraine war, OPEC production cut, Iran protests, Amazon warehouse fires, Taylor Lorenz meltdown, Musk buying Twitter, victims of capitalism, & men dropping from the workforce!
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Quick takeaways
Ukraine may have gone against U.S. warnings, leading to leaked information about a car bomb attack near Moscow that killed Darya Dugina.
Calls for a tough response towards Saudi Arabia for siding with Russia in manipulating energy prices.
Potential shift in U.S. policy towards Venezuela as they consider easing sanctions to enable Chevron to resume pumping oil.
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U.S. intelligence agencies agree with Russia's assessment
U.S. intelligence agencies have concluded that parts of the Ukrainian government authorized a car bomb attack near Moscow that killed Darya Dugina. The U.S. was not aware of the attack and had privately admonished Ukraine over it. This suggests that Ukraine may have been going too far and not listening to U.S. warnings, leading to the leak of this information. The U.S. may be considering additional tools and authorities to reduce OPEC's control over energy prices in response.
Calls to reevaluate U.S. alliance with Saudi Arabia
Congressman Ro Khanna strongly criticizes Saudi Arabia, stating that they are not allies and calls for a harsh response, such as cutting off Saudi access to aviation parts. Senator Chris Murphy also calls for a wholesale reevaluation of the U.S. alliance with Saudi Arabia. Both emphasize the need to be tough with Saudi Arabia, especially given their actions of siding with Russia in manipulating energy prices.
Possible easing of Venezuela sanctions
The U.S. is reportedly considering easing sanctions on Venezuela to enable Chevron to resume pumping oil. In exchange, the Venezuelan government would resume talks with the opposition to discuss conditions for free and fair elections in 2024. The deal would also unfreeze Venezuelan state funds held in American banks for essential imports. This move could indicate a potential shift in U.S. policy towards Venezuela and would have implications for the oil market.
The risks of nuclear escalation and the need for a strong response
The podcast discusses the risks of nuclear escalation in the current Ukraine crisis. It highlights the importance of a strong response to any use of tactical nuclear weapons. The Polish foreign minister and the president of Estonia are mentioned as staunch supporters of a forceful military response should Russia launch a nuclear strike. The podcast explores the implications of nuclear blackmail and emphasizes the need for red lines, ratified treaties, and alliances to address this dangerous situation.
Protests in Iran driven by economic struggles and crackdown
The podcast provides insight into ongoing protests in Iran following the death of a young woman in police custody. The protests have spread across class groups, urban and rural centers, and ethnic groups. The economic problems faced by the middle class, including 50% inflation and a shrinking economy, are identified as key drivers of the unrest. The Iranian government's brutal crackdown on the protests is highlighted, with reports of at least 50 deaths and over 1,500 demonstrators arrested. The significance of the protests and the potential for further destabilization in Iran are discussed.
Krystal and Saagar analyze the Russia-Ukraine war, OPEC oil production cut, Iran protests, Amazon warehouse fires, Taylor Lorenz meltdown, Musk buying Twitter, victims of capitalism, & men dropping from the workforce!