On May 16, 2025, negotiators from Ukraine and Russia met in Istanbul for the first high-level peace talks between Russia and Ukraine since the early months of Moscow's 'special military operation', launched in February 2022.
Russia has been clear-it will not retract on its position. It is Russia being attacked, not Ukraine, and defending yourself is lawful under international law. The West has operated under the delusion that Russia can be beaten, and have contributed $billions in this objective, money that is vital in maintaining civil society in the EU and US, and is misused in this unjust and delusional effort. The Big Winners are the assorted criminals that make up the Military Industrial Complex and supporters.
Russia has been clear-it will not retract on its position. It is Russia being attacked, not Ukraine, and defending yourself is lawful under international law. The West has operated under the delusion that Russia can be beaten, and have contributed $billions in this objective, money that is vital in maintaining civil society in the EU and US, and is misused in this unjust and delusional effort. The Big Winners are the assorted criminals that make up the Military Industrial Complex and supporters.
Outstanding and invaluable !!!
Good comprehensive interview. Helmer seems quite knowledgeable.