The Duran Podcast Restoring Peace With Russia - Ambassador Jack Matlock, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Dec 8, 2024 Ambassador Jack Matlock, a key figure in Cold War diplomacy, joins Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen to explore pressing geopolitical issues. They discuss NATO's expansion and its impact on Russia's security, challenging misconceptions about U.S.-Russia relations and the realities of the post-Soviet landscape. The conversation emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of diplomacy, including historical perspectives on Cold War negotiations and how current policies could ignite tensions. Insights into prospective paths to restore peace in Europe make for an engaging dialogue.
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Misunderstanding the Cold War's End
- Governments and media misrepresented the Cold War's end as a military victory, misunderstanding its negotiated nature.
- This misunderstanding fueled the pursuit of unipolarity and misplaced democracy promotion efforts, damaging international relations.
Mislabeling Democracy
- Labeling countries as simply "democratic" or "not" is misleading, given the varying degrees of democracy.
- Ukraine, for example, is cited as undemocratic due to its coup-installed government.
Ignoring Russia's Security
- Post-Cold War negotiations neglected Russia's security interests, unlike during the Cold War.
- Figures like George Kennan and William Perry warned against NATO expansion, foreseeing its negative impact.