cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/11768583

Tucker interviews Vladimir Putin in Moscow, Russia. February 6th, 2024.

Short Summary

1. The video features an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on the war in Ukraine, its origins, current status, and potential resolutions.
2. The interviewer questions Putin’s motives in Ukraine, suggesting paranoia about a US attack on Russia; Putin provides historical context tracing back to the 9th century.
3. Putin discusses the historical relationship between Russia and Ukraine, including significant events and influences from Poland and Lithuania.
4. The video suggests viewers consider Putin’s perspective as a sincere expression of his beliefs, regardless of agreement.
5. The speaker discusses historical struggles for rights in Russian lands, particularly Ukraine, mentioning Polish oppression in the 13th century and turning to Moscow for support.
6. The establishment of Soviet Ukraine and the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 are discussed, highlighting the loss of resources bestowed upon Ukraine by Russia.
7. Putin’s presidency and attempts to restore relations with Russia are mentioned, including a conversation with Bill Clinton about Russia joining NATO, which Clinton later said wasn’t possible.
8. The speaker criticizes the US for violating international law and the UN Charter by bombing Belgrade and mentions Russia’s support for Serbia during the Yugoslav conflict.
9. The video touches on NATO’s expansion towards Russia’s borders, which Russia tried to persuade against, and discusses the West’s fear of a strong China.
10. The speaker concludes by discussing the importance of compromise and global cooperation, criticizing the US’s use of sanctions and force, and advocating for peaceful resolutions through dialogue.