Ukraine War Update EXTRA: Geopolitics of Brazil, Russia, & BRICS, Jordan Peterson, etc
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"If the West don't give them a whole bunch of tanks pretty much right now in Ramstein, the amount of time it takes to train people on that and to get the logistics line sorted out and to physically get them there, right, is going to be too late."
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Today's extra video will cover:
- The Ramstein meeting of Ukraine's allies
- A deep dive into Brazil's geopolitics, relationship with Russia and BRICS
- A look at Jordan Peterson's controversial views on the war
- The urgency of the West providing tanks to Ukraine
- Some notable Russian losses and tactics
Ramstein Meeting and Continued Support for Ukraine
- The 8th Ramstein meeting of 50 nations supporting Ukraine has begun in Germany
- US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said a "turning point" is coming and pledged to support Ukraine's self-defense "for as long as it takes"
- The meeting is strategizing on how to best help Ukraine, short of NATO putting troops on the frontline directly
- Key decisions expected on providing Ukraine main battle tanks and long-range missile systems
Brazil's Geopolitical Position and Relationship with Russia
- Brazil is part of the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) which was seen as a "countervailing force to the Western development agenda"
- Tensions have grown between the BRICS members, stalling integration, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine
- Brazil's new president Lula has made conflicting statements - criticizing the West's approach but also calling Russia's invasion a "mistake"
- Lula met Putin numerous times and called him a "great and dear friend", similar to former president Bolsonaro's pro-Putin stance
- However, Brazil voted for UN resolutions condemning Russia's actions
- Brazil relies on Russia for fertilizer imports, but is diversifying sources to Canada and the US
- Public opinion in Brazil has turned sharply negative towards Russia since the invasion
- Lula may seek pragmatic cooperation with BRICS while also building bridges with the West and EU, a vision at odds with Russia's
Jordan Peterson's Controversial Views on the War
- Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson has made some claims about the war that appear to absolve Russia of blame
- Myths he's perpetuated include that Ukraine is Russia's "sphere of influence", Western expansionism caused the war, and the West is morally corrupt while Russia defends traditional values
- These arguments overlook Ukraine's right to self-determination and sovereignty in deciding its own alliances and future
Urgency of the West Providing Tanks to Ukraine
- Military expert Professor Michael Clarke said if the West doesn't provide tanks to Ukraine very soon, it will be too late for them to be deployed in anticipated spring offensives
- The logistics and training on new tank systems takes considerable time
- As of the recording, Germany still had not agreed to provide Leopard tanks or allow other nations that have them to send them to Ukraine
Russian Losses and Tactics
- Russia has visually confirmed to have lost at least 1,935 infantry fighting vehicles since the invasion began, a huge number
- Another "insane Russian banzai attack" of troops running in an open field with no armor support towards Ukrainian positions was filmed, this time in Zaporizhia Oblast
- The tactics show complete disregard for the lives of Russian soldiers
- On a positive note, a Ukrainian soldier survived after his body armor stopped a direct hit, a great advertisement for the manufacturer
Wrap Up
Jonathan notes he is taking a rare day off tomorrow to watch his son play football and see a comedian, so he may not have a video out, which would be the first time in a long while. He appreciates everyone's understanding and will be back soon. Toodle bits!
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Ramstein meeting of Ukraine's allies and continued support for Ukraine
Brazil's geopolitical position, relationship with Russia and BRICS, and how that may change under new president Lula
Jordan Peterson's views on the Russia-Ukraine war
Importance of the West providing tanks to Ukraine quickly
Russian losses and tactics
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