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Democracy Now! 2025-08-19 Tuesday

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Aug 19, 2025
Denis Pilash, a Ukrainian political scientist and editor, along with John Mearsheimer, a renowned political science professor, dive into pivotal discussions about the Ukraine-Russia conflict. They analyze recent diplomatic maneuvers involving European leaders and potential peace negotiations, while addressing the humanitarian crises engulfing Gaza and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The conversation also covers domestic issues in the U.S., like voting practices and workers' rights, drawing connections between global and local tensions.
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INSIGHT

White House Summit Exposed Strategic Split

  • Trump is pushing a Zelensky–Putin meeting and urging Europe to take the lead on any guarantees for Ukraine.
  • European leaders largely insisted on a ceasefire before serious talks, revealing a split with Trump.
INSIGHT

Europe And Ukraine Aligned; Trump Is Outlier

  • Mearsheimer says Europe and Ukraine are 'joined at the hip' on policy while Trump is an outlier pushing rapprochement with Russia.
  • That dynamic reduces room for compromise and complicates any negotiated settlement.
ANECDOTE

Kyiv Warns Of Appeasement Echoes

  • Denis Pilash recounts fears that Trump’s outreach to Putin resembles historic appeasement and weakens Ukraine's position.
  • He describes intensified Russian attacks and destruction of civilian infrastructure during ongoing talks.
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