Ukr War BREAKING NEWS: US in Talks w/ Ukr. Opposition MPs, Aims to Deport 240k Ukrainians
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"The US has become the enemy of Zelensky and Ukraine. It is that simple. They've stopped intelligence sharing. They've stopped aid. They've made the calculation, as I keep saying, and I will keep saying, they've made the calculation that they would prefer Ukrainian civilians and soldiers died than Russian soldiers died in order to force a peace."
Hello Team
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Jonathan starts by expressing his concern about the current situation, mentioning that there's a lot happening, and "most of it is not good." He feels that recent events suggest a significant shift in US foreign policy, with the US potentially becoming an adversary to democracy and freedom, especially concerning Ukraine.
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Trump Allies in Talks with Zelensky's Opposition
🎦 00:28-02:41⏩
Jonathan discusses a report from Politico revealing that Trump allies have been engaging in secret talks with Ukrainian opposition figures. This development coincides with what appears to be mounting pressure from Washington on Zelensky to resign. Jonathan expresses his surprise, noting the historical context of US involvement in regime change operations in places like South America during the Cold War. However, he finds it particularly concerning given that Ukraine and Zelensky were staunch US allies just five weeks prior. He then delves into the specifics, mentioning Trump allies' discussions with Yulia Tymoshenko, a former Ukrainian Prime Minister, and members of Petro Poroshenko's party. These talks reportedly revolved around the possibility of holding snap elections in Ukraine, a move critics argue would be disastrous, potentially playing into Russia's hands given the ongoing war.
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Trump's Motivation and Zelensky's Popularity
🎦 02:41-04:05⏩
Jonathan believes that Trump's actions stem from a personal vendetta against Zelensky. He speculates that it goes back to 2019 when Zelensky refused to provide Trump with damaging information on Hunter Biden and his business dealings in Ukraine. Jonathan highlights the irony that Trump, who was impeached for attempting to pressure Ukraine for personal gain, is now meddling in their domestic politics again. Despite the Trump camp's hopes, Zelensky remains far more popular than both Tymoshenko and Poroshenko. Interestingly, Jonathan notes that Zelensky's approval rating has actually surged following Trump's return to the White House.
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US: Shifting Allegiances and the Push for Peace
🎦 04:05-05:06⏩
Jonathan criticizes the US government's approach, arguing that their actions, including the cessation of intelligence sharing and military aid, indicate a shift in allegiance against Ukraine and Zelensky. He reiterates his belief that the US has calculated that Ukrainian losses, both civilian and military, are a price worth paying to force a peace settlement with Russia.
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US Plans to Revoke Legal Status of Ukrainian Refugees
🎦 05:06-06:20⏩
Jonathan reports on a breaking news story from Reuters: the Trump administration is planning to revoke the temporary legal status of approximately 240,000 Ukrainians who sought refuge in the US. This move, which is part of a broader rollback of Biden-era immigration policies, could result in the mass deportation of Ukrainians and is seen as a hostile act towards Ukraine in general. He notes that some of these Ukrainian migrants might be deported quickly. He also notes that this policy shift also affects Afghan migrants.
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Trump's Executive Order and its Wider Implications
🎦 06:20-07:56⏩
Jonathan provides more context on the planned rollback of protections for Ukrainians and other migrant groups, stating that it stems from a Trump executive order issued on January 20th, calling for the termination of all "categorical parole programs". This order also targets Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans, many of whom fled their countries seeking asylum from socialist or communist regimes. Jonathan observes that this could lead to backlash against Trump and the Republican Party, especially from traditionally Republican-leaning Cuban and Venezuelan communities who might see this policy as a betrayal of their values.
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Trump's Stance on Ukraine and the Global Fight for Democracy
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Jonathan concludes that Trump's actions clearly demonstrate his unfavorable stance towards Ukraine. He juxtaposes this with the US government's inaction against Russia, emphasizing that no concessions or demands have been made of the Kremlin. This leads him to believe that the US has definitively switched sides in the conflict. Jonathan stresses the gravity of the situation, calling upon European nations to present a united front in support of Ukraine during their emergency meeting in Brussels. He urges Europe to exert pressure, even resorting to threats if necessary, on countries like Hungary and Slovakia that might be hesitant to take a strong stance. Jonathan expands the scope, framing the conflict in Ukraine as a pivotal moment in history, a struggle between autocracy and democracy. He contends that with the US sliding towards autocracy, it is up to Europe, along with other democratic nations like Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Korea, to champion the cause of democracy. He ends on a somber note, reminding his audience that democracy is fragile and requires constant vigilance and defense, as it is easily lost and incredibly difficult to regain.
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Wrap up
🎦 10:21-10:22⏩
Jonathan ends the video with "Slava Ukraini!" (Glory to Ukraine!).
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