
 The Duran Podcast
 The Duran Podcast Putin Valdai. Neocons set Ukraine trap for Trump
 Nov 8, 2024 
 The podcast dives into Putin's insights from the Valdai summit, exploring the implications for Ukraine and U.S. foreign policy. It examines Ukraine's neutrality and its geopolitical dilemmas, emphasizing the influence of neoconservatives on Trump's presidency. The need for dialogue between the U.S. and Russia is highlighted, alongside contrasting foreign policy approaches of Trump and Biden. Additionally, it discusses Trump's role in the Ukraine conflict, advocating for a strategic withdrawal and a focus on domestic issues over foreign entanglements. 
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Putin's Optimism
- Putin expressed optimism and confidence at the Valdai summit.
- He believes the war is going well, the Russian economy is strong, and the Biden administration is gone.
Putin's Stance on Ukraine
- Putin blames the West for the war in Ukraine and feels deceived by them over the Minsk agreement.
- He reiterated that Ukraine must become neutral and the new regions acknowledged as part of Russia.
Advice to the US
- The US should acknowledge Russia's terms for ending the war.
- Creating plans that don't consider these realities is futile, as Russia is likely to win.
