Zelensky accuses Vance of ‘somehow justifying Putin’s actions,’ and this accusation cuts to the heart of a much larger issue. It’s not just about a single statement; it represents a perceived pattern of behavior that, from Zelensky’s perspective, undermines the support Ukraine desperately needs. The accusation highlights a fundamental disagreement on the nature of the conflict and the responsibility for its consequences.
This perceived justification isn’t about nuanced debate or differing interpretations of events. Instead, Zelensky seems to view Vance’s actions and statements as actively enabling Putin’s aggression. This isn’t a matter of honest disagreement on strategy but, rather, a belief that Vance is fundamentally siding with the aggressor, perhaps even unintentionally aiding Putin’s aims.… Continue reading
In a Paris press conference, President Zelensky lauded Europe’s disciplined approach, subtly contrasting it with past US administrations. He urged continued strong US support against Russia’s shifting ceasefire conditions, emphasizing the need for unwavering pressure on the Kremlin. Zelensky also predicted Putin’s demise, expressing confidence in Ukraine’s future. He further downplayed the input of US envoy Steve Witkoff, suggesting his expertise was not relevant to the Ukrainian conflict. The comments came ahead of a crucial coalition summit in Paris.
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Estonia’s intelligence service reports that Russia plans a new propaganda campaign, aiming to leverage the “nuclear winter” theory to frighten the American public. This strategy seeks to undermine US support for Ukraine by emphasizing the catastrophic consequences of escalating the conflict. The Kremlin intends to utilize American scientists to disseminate these warnings, a significant escalation of their information warfare tactics. This represents a shift from previous, less direct, nuclear threats made by President Putin.
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Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker