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"Today's events in the White House are a challenge for our entire nation, for each of us. Now comes an even more difficult time where the only chance for survival is to unite around the president and Ukraine."
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Hello Team
🎦 00:02-00:09⏩
- Jonathan welcomes viewers to ATP Geopolitics and the live stream with Greg Terry.
- They are discussing the unprecedented events at the White House involving President Zelenskyy.
US Media headlines describe Zelenskyy White House meeting as "disastrous"
🎦 00:09-00:45⏩
- Greg notes that US media outlets are covering the White House meeting non-stop.
- Headlines are suggesting a "disastrous meeting" and that Trump "kicked Zelenskyy out".
- There was no post-press conference, adding to the negative perception.
Donald Trump's Truth Social statement: Zelenskyy "not ready for peace"
🎦 00:45-01:29⏩
- Jonathan reads Donald Trump's Truth Social statement regarding the meeting.
- Trump states the meeting was "very meaningful" and he learned much through "emotion".
- However, Trump concludes that Zelenskyy is "not ready for peace" and feels US involvement gives Ukraine an "advantage in negotiations".
- Trump says he wants peace, not advantage, and accuses Zelenskyy of "disrespecting the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office".
- Trump declares Zelenskyy can "come back when he is ready for peace".
Short-term disastrous consequences and logic of Trump's message
🎦 01:29-02:25⏩
- Jonathan describes the situation as "disastrous" in the short term for US-Ukraine relations and support.
- He interprets Trump's logic as: "you can't have peace if we help you. We want peace. Therefore, we're not going to help you".
- Jonathan highlights the contradiction as Trump had initially indicated he would continue sending weapons to Ukraine.
- The initial part of the meeting was "pretty normal" before "it went south".
Greg Terry's real-time observations and Ukrainian analyst responses
🎦 02:25-02:54⏩
- Jonathan asks Greg for his thoughts on Trump's message and Zelenskyy's actions.
- Greg states he was watching events in real-time, not only via media but also Ukrainian analyst responses he trusts.
US expectations for Zelenskyy's visit and contrasting realities
🎦 02:54-04:22⏩
- Greg suggests the US, under Trump, hoped Zelenskyy would simply agree to a deal, focusing on financial aspects and security guarantees involving American businesses in Ukraine.
- He contrasts this with the reality of ongoing conflict, noting he has "walked on the rubble of American businesses and European businesses" in war-torn Ukrainian regions.
- Greg highlights the shift in tone from calling Zelenskyy a "dictator" recently to now addressing him as "Mr. President" within a week, indicating insincerity.
- He criticises the "downplay, looking down the nose, the Putin talking points" from the US side.
Greg Terry criticises Elon Musk's presence and behaviour at the White House
🎦 04:22-04:46⏩
- Greg expresses outrage at Elon Musk's presence in the White House and Oval Office, particularly referencing Musk's children's behaviour as disrespectful to the "sacred presidential desk".
- He sees this as a greater "disrespecting Americana and American government" than anything Zelenskyy did.
- Greg identifies as a "red, white, and blue Ronald Reaganite conservative" but questions what that means currently.
Ambassador Makarova's emotional reaction and JP Lindsley's perspective
🎦 04:46-05:35⏩
- Greg recounts Zelenskyy's response "I didn't come to play cards" and the visible distress of Ukrainian Ambassador Makarova, who was "crying with her face in her hand", describing it as "a disaster".
- He mentions JP Lindsley, a "MAGA-ish, conservative, but really pro-Ukraine" analyst, who felt Zelenskyy played it poorly and should have appeased Trump.
Jonathan's counter-argument: Zelenskyy's emotional context and national responsibility
🎦 05:35-06:40⏩
- Jonathan interjects, disagreeing with JP Lindsley's perspective.
- He argues that Zelenskyy's emotional state and responsibility as president of a nation being "wiped off the planet" must be considered.
- Jonathan emphasizes the personal losses Zelenskyy experiences constantly, contrasting it with the detached perspectives of figures like Starmer and Macron.
Zelenskyy's directness and Trump's pre-determined stance
🎦 06:40-08:23⏩
- Jonathan appreciates Zelenskyy's directness, citing his challenges to Vance ("you haven't even been to Ukraine. Donald Trump, come to Ukraine").
- He argues that Zelenskyy's emotional response is understandable given the "baggage" of repeated slights and accusations from the US administration.
- Jonathan questions whether Zelenskyy should have played a political game or if his emotional, direct response was justified given the circumstances.
- He suggests Trump's mind was already made up before the meeting, viewing Zelenskyy as "illegitimate" and a "dictator".
Greg agrees with Jonathan and plays video clip of the exchange
🎦 08:23-09:17⏩
- Greg marginally disagrees with Jonathan's view that Trump had a pre-determined stance.
- Both agree on the "disingenuous interrupting and then getting involved" from the US side.
- They decide to play a video clip of the exchange to illustrate their points.
Video clip: Zelenskyy, Vance and Trump clash in the Oval Office
🎦 09:17-10:52⏩
- The video clip plays, showing a heated exchange between Zelenskyy, JD Vance and Donald Trump.
- Vance accuses Zelenskyy of "gambling with World War III" and criticises Ukraine's diplomacy.
- Zelenskyy defends Ukraine, highlighting the disrespect shown in the Oval Office and questioning Vance's understanding of the war, asking "Have you ever been to Ukraine? Did you see what problems we have?".
- Vance accuses Zelenskyy of propaganda and forcing conscripts to the front lines.
- Zelenskyy retorts that "Everybody has problems, even you", reminding Vance of potential future consequences for the US.
- Trump interjects, asserting Ukraine is in a "very bad position" and "not winning".
Zelenskyy's English, Ukrainian negotiation style and emotional response
🎦 10:52-12:45⏩
- Jonathan suggests Zelenskyy's "English is quite good, but it's not brilliant" and this puts him at a disadvantage against Vance and Trump in this type of exchange.
- Greg disagrees, stating "decisions already made" and the US side is relying on Kremlin propaganda lies about Ukraine forcing "conscripts to the front to sacrifice them".
- He asserts Ukrainians are "good analysts" and "good analytical negotiators" who respond directly and honestly, which contrasts with more "slippery" or politically calculated approaches.
Emotional reactions and factual analysis of the meeting
🎦 12:45-15:20⏩
- Greg emphasizes the emotional context of the meeting for Zelenskyy, given the immense losses and accusations Ukraine faces.
- He explains Zelenskyy's "Stop it right there" in Ukrainian as a natural, emotional reaction of a Ukrainian speaker.
- Jonathan acknowledges the difficulty of remaining unemotional but aims to provide factual analysis.
Hypothetical responses: Jonathan and Greg imagine themselves as Zelenskyy
🎦 15:20-17:50⏩
- Greg asks Jonathan how he would have responded as Zelenskyy, facing such accusations and finger-pointing after being called a "dictator" recently.
- Jonathan says his "emotional me" would have been "keyed in for rant mode" but he would try to "play this carefully".
- He admits his analytical nature would make him want to "call everything out" which would be "counterproductive".
- Jonathan concludes that Zelenskyy "has let his emotions get the better of him", questioning if this was ultimately beneficial or detrimental.
Long-term objectives, reconciliation challenges and Putin's narrative
🎦 17:50-18:53⏩
- Jonathan considers whether Zelenskyy's approach was a long-term strategy to "excise the cancer" and force a confrontation, potentially shifting reliance towards Europe.
- He acknowledges reconciliation with the US will be "particularly hard" after Zelenskyy was "basically being forced to leave the White House".
- Greg reports "breaking news" of Putin's spokesperson Zarubin stating Putin's message, "reminding the world that Zelensky is the toxic individual on the planet".
Mineral deal cancelled and Polish support for Zelenskyy
🎦 18:53-19:19⏩
- Greg announces "mineral deal has not been signed. It will not be signed", confirmed by the White House.
- He also reports that Donald Tusk from Poland has "publicly backed Zelenskyy".
- This signals a potential "pivotal moment" where Europe may publicly side with Zelenskyy, despite potential US tariffs.
Video clip: End of Zelenskyy-Trump exchange - "Just say thank you"
🎦 19:19-22:41⏩
- The video clip continues, showing the end of the exchange.
- Trump insists "Your country is in big trouble. You're not winning this", crediting US military aid for Ukraine's survival.
- He demands "Just say thank you" and accuses Zelenskyy of disrespecting the US despite their financial and military support.
- Vance interjects, urging Zelenskyy to litigate disagreements privately rather than in the media "when you're wrong".
- Zelenskyy responds that disagreements exist.
Jonathan and Greg's reactions: Outrage at Trump/Vance behaviour and misrepresentation
🎦 22:41-24:55⏩
- Jonathan expresses outrage at Vance's behaviour, saying he "would want to punch Vance in the face".
- He refutes Trump's demand for thanks, arguing US aid is in their strategic interest, not pure charity.
- They both condemn the bullying tactics and misrepresentation of Zelenskyy's position.
- Jonathan argues Zelenskyy was not invited to say thank you, but to discuss partnership and the mineral agreement.
- He highlights Zelenskyy was "attacked" and "tag-teamed" by Trump and Vance, showing "incredible amount of restraint".
US shift from ally to negotiator and moral neutrality
🎦 24:55-25:39⏩
- Jonathan argues Trump's statement "I am for Ukraine and I am for Russia" is "not possible" and represents a problematic "both sides system".
- He contends the US has shifted from "an ally to a negotiator, an ally to a mediator", absolving themselves of "moral responsibility or moral evaluation".
- Jonathan finds this "really, really disingenuous", particularly from a former ally.
- Greg identifies JD Vance as the "winner" of the exchange, believing Vance's ideology is driving the US position more than Trump's.
Elon Musk's tweet and Zelenskyy's Fox News interview
🎦 25:39-26:27⏩
- Greg notes Elon Musk's tweet claiming "Zelensky has destroyed himself in the eyes of the American people", which Greg disputes.
- He announces Zelenskyy is scheduled to be interviewed by Bret Baier on Fox News at 6pm Eastern time, calling it a "nice move".
- They acknowledge the interview could be cancelled.
Greg Terry's shame and emotional response
🎦 26:27-27:51⏩
- Greg thanks viewers for gifted memberships and super chats.
- He expresses loving his country, America, but feeling "so ashamed right now" and finding the situation "difficult".
- Greg admits he doesn't like "when somebody's bullied" and feels Zelenskyy "really was bullied" in the meeting.
- Jonathan mentions Timothy Snyder highlighting Trump's quote "Putin went through a hell of a lot with me. As if me and Putin have gone through hell" questioning "Whose side are you on, mate?".
Further video clip: Trump questions trilateral summit and blames previous US administration
🎦 27:51-29:11⏩
- Another video clip plays, showing Trump questioning a trilateral summit and stating "They do not like each other. This is not a love match. And it's unfortunate. That's why you're in this situation".
- He blames the "United States, run by a man that didn't know much. Run by an incompetent person" for allowing the war to happen, boasting about stopping wars himself.
Video clip: Zelenskyy on negotiations, European importance and Russian threat to Baltics
🎦 29:11-31:14⏩
- Zelenskyy states Ukraine wants to stop the war more than anyone, but future negotiations must involve "Two sides of the war, not Russia and the United States, because this is not the war between Russia and the United States. This is war of Russia against Ukraine and Ukrainian people".
- He emphasizes the importance of US and European involvement in negotiations, highlighting Europe's role in supporting Ukraine's defence of "Europe for today".
- Zelenskyy warns if Ukraine falls, "Russia will go further to Baltics and to Poland", directly appealing to US interests by saying "you will fight. You're American soldiers".
Analysis of Zelenskyy's points and Trump's narrative control
🎦 31:14-32:31⏩
- Jonathan finds Zelenskyy's points about European involvement and direct negotiations "spot on and well said" and "pretty clever" for calling Trump's bluff on NATO Article 5.
- Greg highlights that "Trump and Vance were trying to control the narrative and put words into the mouth of Zelenskyy".
- He points to Trump's quote "Zelensky is not ready for peace if the US is involved" as an example of creating a false narrative that "Zelensky does not want peace" which is a "Putin talking point".
- Greg clarifies "Zelensky does want peace, but he wants a just peace, and he wants a fair peace, and he wants peace through strength".
Ukrainian blogger Sternenko's support for Zelenskyy and Ukrainian unity
🎦 32:31-34:06⏩
- Greg cites Ukrainian blogger Sternenko's statement: "a deal with the devil will never bring peace. It will only lead to defeat and humiliation. Respect to the president who holds the blow. We are not a nation that can be bent and sold".
- He explains Sternenko is a significant Ukrainian analyst who has often disagreed with Zelenskyy, making his current support more meaningful.
- Greg notes this is "rallying some Ukrainians right now", including pro-Poroshenko figures who are now united behind Zelenskyy during the war.
Zhenya's reaction and Ukrainian interpretation of the White House meeting
🎦 34:06-35:05⏩
- Jonathan mentions Zhenya's "boiling" reaction to the meeting and his concern about how Ukrainians would interpret it.
- He wonders if Ukrainians will see Zelenskyy as failing to appease Trump or as "standing up for himself" and for Ukraine.
- Greg indicates Zhenya's reaction suggests Ukrainians are rallying behind Zelenskyy, seeing him as standing up for them against a changing US stance.
Zelenskyy corrects Trump on European aid and Trump's rudeness towards Macron and Starmer
🎦 35:05-37:04⏩
- Jonathan highlights Zelenskyy correcting Trump's false claim that Europe provides less aid than the US, echoing Macron and Starmer's previous corrections on the same point.
- He criticises Trump's "exceptionally rude" behaviour towards Macron, dismissing Macron's correction as "bollocks".
- Jonathan emphasizes Trump's repeated falsehoods despite being corrected by multiple leaders, suggesting a lack of research and disregard for facts.
Timothy Snyder quote and Europe's potential response
🎦 37:04-38:11⏩
- Jonathan references a Timothy Snyder quote: "Given that Trump people did nothing to induce Russia to end the war, it was all about pressure on Ukraine, wasn't it? And it always has been".
- Greg agrees and suggests the "whole idea of pursuing peace was just a pretext to renew relations with Russia" for economic gain, specifically "rare earth metals".
EU unity and potential historic shift
🎦 38:11-39:28⏩
- Greg states "Ukraine is like cornered right now" but expresses gratitude for European support.
- He describes the day as potentially "a day that lives in infamy" and a "pivotal moment" leading to a "division of the world".
- He notes increasing signs of European unity, citing Donald Tusk, Macron and Merz's statements supporting Ukraine.
Michael Vujard's comment: Keir Starmer at a crossroads
🎦 39:28-40:47⏩
- Greg discusses Michael Vujard's comment comparing Keir Starmer to Chamberlain, suggesting appeasement.
- He believes Starmer is at a "crossroads" with upcoming meetings with European leaders and Zelenskyy on March 2nd, potentially becoming a "spokesperson for Europe" and "driving support for Ukraine".
- Jonathan highlights potential conflict for Starmer between supporting Ukraine and pursuing a free trade deal with the US.
- He concludes that Keir Starmer could become a "quite an important person" and "not the Chamberlain of this whole situation".
Breaking news: Trump cancels rare earth minerals deal
🎦 40:47-41:11⏩
- Greg announces "breaking news" from Ukrainian media: "Trump cancels rare earth minerals deal with Ukraine after the fight".
- He acknowledges the information needs verification but it is being widely reported in Ukrainian media.
Zhenya's boiling reaction and Ukrainian anger
🎦 41:11-42:28⏩
- Greg mentions getting "permission" from Zhenya to share his reaction, emphasizing Zhenya is "boiling" and "doesn't understand" the White House meeting.
- Zhenya speaks directly, expressing his outrage and the disconnect between the White House meeting and the reality of Ukrainians "dying, civilians and the military".
- Greg sees Zhenya as a "solid barometer" of Ukrainian sentiment.
US aligning with Russia and EU becoming enemy
🎦 42:28-43:51⏩
- Jonathan and Greg discuss the potential for Ukrainians to feel "done with the US" and "cut our losses".
- They discuss the shift towards a "division of the world, this age of empires, where the US appears to be aligning with Russia more than Ukraine".
- They suggest the EU may be becoming the "enemy of the US", fitting with Vance and Trump's Eurosceptic goals of weakening the EU.
- Jonathan highlights Trump's lie that "the EU was created to screw the US over", emphasizing the US pivoting to side with Russia against the EU.
Europe circling the wagons and importance of March 2nd meeting
🎦 43:51-44:10⏩
- Jonathan suggests the EU will "circle the wagons" and March 2nd meeting will be crucial for European unity and support for Ukraine, as the US is "going to be on a different side going forward".
Fox News interview importance and White House official report details
🎦 44:10-45:01⏩
- Jonathan notes the importance of Zelenskyy's Fox News interview, if it proceeds.
- Greg reads bullet points from a White House official report: "Trump kicked out Zelenskyy. Rare mineral deal was not signed. White House states Ukrainians were begging to reset everything. Rubio and Waltz informed them Zelensky needs to leave. U.S. officials felt disrespected by Zelensky's rhetoric and demeanor."
Zelenskyy's public thank you statement and Benjamin Tallis's analysis
🎦 45:01-46:09⏩
- Greg reports Zelenskyy's public statement thanking America for support, but remaining "fairly noncommittal".
- He reads Benjamin Tallis's analysis: "Europe cannot rely on the US while Trump is in office. European security begins in Ukraine. We must be willing and able to defeat Russia without US ASAP."
Challenges for European military independence and Anton Gerashchenko's comment
🎦 46:09-47:34⏩
- Jonathan discusses the difficulty of Europe achieving military independence from the US, citing his military aid video featuring Alistair Campbell and Rory Stewart.
- He emphasizes the challenge is not just equipment but technology and infrastructure.
- Greg shares a comment from Anton Gerashchenko: "I hope that soon enough the right words will be found and the right decisions will be made. President Zelenskyy defends the interest of Ukraine and Ukrainians", seeing it as "solid".
Greg's disbelief and emotional reaction to the White House meeting
🎦 47:34-48:29⏩
- Greg expresses disbelief and shock at the White House interaction: "I can't even believe what I just witnessed. The interaction, the conversations, the threats, I mean, the accusations, I don't even understand how, how is that even possible?".
- He notes JD Vance "lost his mind" during the meeting.
Financial Times report and unprepared US administration
🎦 48:29-49:15⏩
- Jonathan mentions a Financial Times report suggesting "Vance and Trump were initially preparing for a quarrel with Zelensky in order to put him in an even weaker position in the negotiations".
- He notes a viewer comment mirroring this, stating Trump and Vance were "angry for not knowing how to deal with this Zelensky. They were unprepared".
Trump's statement: Zelenskyy's "hatred" for Putin prevents peace deal
🎦 49:15-50:27⏩
- Greg plays another video clip of Trump stating "You can see the hatred he's got for Putin. It's very tough for me to make a deal with that kind of hate. He's got tremendous hatred. And I understand that".
- Greg criticises Trump's reasoning as weak and manipulative.
Moral weakness of neutrality and reductio ad absurdum
🎦 50:27-52:55⏩
- Jonathan argues Trump's stance of "I'm not aligned with Putin. I'm not aligned with anybody. I'm aligned with the world" is "really weak" and "a moral weakness".
- He uses a reductio ad absurdum analogy with Hitler and the Holocaust to demonstrate the moral imperative to take a clear side against aggression.
- Jonathan concludes "If we can't obviously sit there and say that, then do you know what, Trump? Sod off. Because actually, you're not helping. You are on the side of Russia".
Putin a winner and no reconciliation expected
🎦 52:55-53:38⏩
- Greg notes Trump's praise of Putin as a "very smart politician and a strong personality" and his claim of having a "good understanding with Putin".
- He states "One of the winners today is Vladimir Putin".
- Jonathan agrees, seeing "no other way I can see it at the moment unless there is some kind of miraculous reconciliation", which he deems unlikely.
US public vs. Project 2025 and potential for US political conflict
🎦 53:38-54:46⏩
- Jonathan clarifies that the US siding with Russia is not the view of the American public, who largely support Ukraine.
- He identifies "Project twenty twenty five mega republicanism" as the problem.
- He suggests the US administration's stance could lead to "a real bun fight going on in US politics and in the government and in the public spheres" and "compulsive viewing".
New York Times reporter's condemnation and Ukraine's hope for reconnection
🎦 54:46-55:39⏩
- Greg reports a New York Times reporter of 29 years describing the meeting as "the most disgraceful thing I've ever seen" and witnessing a "sitting president lecture a foreign leader".
- Ukrainian news reports "as long as Zelensky remains in the United States, there will always be a physical chance that he and Trump could reconnect again. So until wheels up, no closing that door yet".
Thank yous to viewers and reflection on historic day
- Jonathan and Greg begin thanking viewers for their support, super chats and memberships.
- They acknowledge the generous contributions from viewers.
- Darren Vaughan's comment "Every rule book has been broken today. This is a historic day" is highlighted.
- Greg suggests it's a "dark day" but a "silver lining" could be expediting Europe's self-reliance and action.
More thank yous and viewer comments on US-Ukraine relations
- More thank yous to viewers for super chats and memberships.
- Ex-Penguin's comment "In the White House, Zelensky, Trump and J.D. Vance's actions resembled a mob shakedown, demanding respect without earning it" is shared and agreed with.
Greg's concern about Russian propaganda and shame at US behaviour
- Greg expresses concern about Trump being "contaminated" by "Russian propaganda" over decades.
- He feels "ashamed and embarrassed" by the "shocking display of lack of decency and lack of respect" shown by US leadership towards Zelenskyy.
- Greg sees today as a "turning point" and "a chapter that closes", raising questions about future US support for Ukraine.
European leaders' support for Ukraine and Medvedev's gloating response
- Greg highlights positive reactions from European leaders standing with Ukraine: Donald Tusk, Macron, Merz.
- He mentions Duda from Poland's recent visit to Trump as a precursor to the current tensions.
- Jonathan reports Dmitry Medvedev's gloating response: "The insolent pig finally got a proper slap down in the Oval Office and Donald Trump is right. The Kiev regime is gambling with World War III".
Expert analysis: London summit urgency and potential European rearmament
- Jonathan shares Shashank Joshi's analysis from The Economist: London summit on Sunday is "all the more urgent".
- Joshi advises to "Keep pressing Trump on guarantees" but "prepare to keep Ukraine armed to the best possible degree" and consider sources like "South Korea and Turkey".
- He suggests appealing to Trump's "economist" side by encouraging arms sales to Ukraine.
Trust in Trump and Andrei Yermak's statement
- Jonathan asks Greg "Do you trust Donald Trump?" Greg replies "No. No at all".
- Greg reads a statement from Andrei Yermak emphasizing security and Ukrainian resilience: "Ukraine is not just a point on the map. It's Minas Tirith. Yes, that keeps the world from evil. We are very grateful to all the American people for their support."
Viewer comments and frontline situation
- More viewer comments are read, expressing concerns and support for Ukraine.
- Jonathan mentions some "good news on the frontline in some areas for Ukraine" as Russians are "culminating".
Zelenskyy's message to Trump and Ukrainian media report on global support
- Greg reiterates Zelenskyy's message to Trump about Russia not abiding by ceasefires.
- Jonathan reads a Ukrainian media report: "after a furious fight in the White House... we are thankful today that we will see that the entire world supports Ukraine now more than ever".
Keir Starmer hate speech comment and wrong side of the road analogy
- A viewer's comment about Keir Starmer and hate speech is acknowledged but deemed a shift in topic.
- Rick from Netherlands' analogy about Trump being the "wrong side driver" is discussed and appreciated.
Anger into resolve and US-Ukraine relationship proof
- Renegade Chungus's comment "let the anger turn into resolve. Let's double down" is agreed with.
- Mr Lion Dust's comment "proof that everyone should now directly speak up to Trump during visits. This is what gets Trump angry and makes him show his real face" is discussed and found "interesting".
Europe needs to boycott US and potential trade war
- Zoe Blackmore's suggestion "Europe needs to boycott the US" is discussed as a likely consequence of US tariffs and a potential trade war.
- Lynn S.'s comment suggesting Canada join the EU is mentioned, with Greg agreeing Canada may move closer to Europe and further from the US.
- They discuss the possibility of the US "isolate itself" and the "hope for correcting Trump would be some kind of American economic... recession".
US Maidan comment and Danish love
- Martin's comment "The US needs a Maidan" is noted as "interesting".
- Danish love and support against Trump and "fascist idiots" is acknowledged.
Joseph Borrell's strong condemnation of Trump/Vance and support for Zelenskyy
- Stupidity in essence's donation to Dzyga's Paw is thanked.
- Joseph Borrell's statement is highlighted: "Trump and Vance just put on a disgraceful show. I'm ashamed of that behavior. The US deserves something better. The free world must support Ukraine. I was and still am with Zelensky".
- This is seen as a significant and strong condemnation, highlighting the division between Europe and the US.
Ukrainian channel's shock and US State Department terminates Ukraine energy grid support
- A pro-Ukrainian but anti-Zelenskyy channel's shock at Zelenskyy's stance is mentioned, showing even critics are rallying behind him.
- Greg announces "bad news": "US State Department terminates support for restoring Ukraine's energy grid, according to NBC News", seeing it as a sign of "worst case scenario" and "turning off all support for Ukraine".
- Maya Sandu from Moldova and John Bolton's warnings are mentioned.
German Foreign Minister Baerbock and Lindsey Graham's changed narrative
- German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's support for Ukraine is noted.
- Greg plays a clip of Lindsey Graham, who "met with Zelenskyy this morning", now shifting the narrative to blame Zelenskyy: "Zelensky felt like he needed to bait Trump in the Oval Office. J.D. was awesome".
- Greg sees this as "an indication of it's probably over for the United States. It's over".
White House officials denied Zelenskyy lunch and asked him to leave
- Greg reports CNN's information that "After the clash, Trump gathered the key advisors in the Oval Office, reports CNN. Zelensky and his team weren't even allowed to have lunch. Trump told them it was time to leave".
- White House officials claim "Ukrainians wanted to continue talks but were denied", confirming earlier reports.
Viewer comments on orchestrated meeting and Putin's allowance
- More viewer comments are acknowledged and thanked.
- Suzanne Melendi's comment "This was designed from the start to turn the people of the United States against Zelensky" is discussed.
- Another viewer suggests "Putin wouldn't allow" a fair partnership between US and Ukraine.
F. Oink's flabbergasted guest and possibility of US revolution
- F.Oink's comment about their guest being "flabbergasted" and suggesting "US revolution" is noted.
- Jonathan and Greg discuss the potential public reaction in the US and the influence of media like Fox News.
Calls for Zelenskyy to resign and Europe/Commonwealth unity
- Greg mentions "Multiple sources now calling for Zelensky to resign".
- Ray Blase's comment urging Europe and Commonwealth unity and weaning off US reliance is shared.
- Jonathan jokes Zelenskyy should have asked to speak to "President Musk".
Lex Fridman interviewing Putin and Lukashenko
- Greg announces "Lex Fridman is right now on the way... to Moscow. He will be interviewing Vladimir Putin", noting the "interesting timing".
- He mentions someone else "in that ecosystem" is also interviewing Lukashenko, seeing it as "they're just getting involved with all the dictators. It's horrible".
Dzyga's Paw fundraiser reached and more viewer generosity
- Stupidity in essence's further donation is thanked, announcing the Dzyga's Paw campaign "goal is reached".
- More viewer comments and donations are acknowledged and thanked, including Cody Powers expressing shame at being American.
Zelenskyy's Hudson Institute speech cancelled and USAID energy grid support terminated
- Cody Powers' comment about US being "compromised" is noted.
- Greg announces "President Zelensky's office has informed the Hudson Institute he was scheduled to speak there at four o'clock. That's cancelled".
- He also reiterates "State Department this week terminated USAID initiative that has invested millions to help restore Ukraine's energy grid".
"We were all Ukrainian" and wrap up of viewer thank yous
- "Blonde is Ukraine. We were all Ukrainian" comment is highlighted.
- More viewer thank yous continue.
- Rick from Netherlands' question about Congress ending the "clown show" is addressed, noting the long wait until the 2026 midterms and concerns about eroding checks and balances in the US.
Mark Biskey's comment on Trump/Vance's tone towards Putin and sanctions
- Mark Biskey's comment "I've never heard Trump or Vance or Rubio speak in that tone to or about Putin. That speaks volumes" is highlighted and agreed with.
- Jonathan reiterates his concern about potential lifting of sanctions on Russia, noting the extension announced recently.
- Rick from Netherlands' super sticker for Greg is thanked.
Dark day but silver lining and Ex-Penguin's mob shakedown analogy
- Here from Canada's "Hang in there, Ukraine. Gentlemen, thank you for your support. This is a dark day" comment is acknowledged.
- Jonathan reiterates the "dark day" but "silver lining" of Europe being forced to "move into sixth gear".
- Ex-Penguin's analogy of White House meeting as a "mob shakedown" is praised and agreed with.
T-Rex's Swiss Franc donation and Tahir's call for European action
- T-Rex's Swiss Franc donation is thanked.
- Tahir from Norway's comment "Europe must set up for Ukraine. Yes, this will be existential" is highlighted, with Jonathan agreeing it is a "historical moment" and the "world changed today".
Greg's shame and turning point analysis
- Greg reiterates feeling "ashamed and embarrassed" by US leadership's behaviour, seeing it as "a turning point" and "chapter that closes".
- He expresses concern about the mineral agreement, Patriot batteries and potential Russian attacks.
- He highlights the positive unity of European nations and Ukrainians rallying behind Zelenskyy.
Dmitry Medvedev's gloating and Shashank Joshi's analysis of London summit
- Greg reports Dmitry Medvedev's gloating tweet: "The insolent pig finally got a proper slap down in the Oval Office".
- Jonathan shares Shashank Joshi's analysis on the urgency of the London summit, urging pressure on Trump but also preparing for a "no deal" scenario and rearmament in Europe.
Trust in Trump and Andrei Yermak's "Minas Tirith" statement
- Jonathan asks Greg "Do you trust Donald Trump?" Greg replies "No. No at all".
- Greg reads Andrei Yermak's statement referencing Minas Tirith from Lord of the Rings as a metaphor for Ukraine defending the world from evil.
Viewer comments and frontline update
- More viewer comments are acknowledged.
- Jonathan mentions some "good news on the frontline in some areas for Ukraine".
Zelenskyy's message to Trump and Ukrainian media report on global support
- Greg reiterates Zelenskyy's message to Trump about Russia not abiding by ceasefires.
- Jonathan reads a Ukrainian media report about global support for Ukraine increasing after the White House events.
Keir Starmer hate speech comment and wrong side of the road analogy
- Mentions viewer comment on Keir Starmer and hate speech and Rick from Netherlands analogy of Trump being the "wrong side driver".
Anger into resolve and US-Ukraine relationship proof
- Notes Renegade Chungus comment on turning anger into resolve and Mr Lion Dust's comment on Trump showing his real face.
Europe needs to boycott US and potential trade war
- Discusses Zoe Blackmore suggestion for Europe to boycott US and potential trade war and Lynn S.'s comment about Canada joining EU.
US Maidan comment and Danish love
- Mentions Martin's "US needs a Maidan" comment and Danish love and support.
Joseph Borrell's strong condemnation of Trump/Vance and support for Zelenskyy
- Highlights Joseph Borrell's strong statement condemning Trump/Vance and supporting Zelenskyy and Ukraine.
Ukrainian channel's shock and US State Department terminates Ukraine energy grid support
- Notes Ukrainian channel's shock and bad news of US State Dept terminating USAID support for Ukraine's energy grid restoration.
German Foreign Minister Baerbock and Lindsey Graham's changed narrative
- Mentions German Foreign Minister Baerbock's support and Lindsey Graham shifting blame to Zelenskyy.
White House officials denied Zelenskyy lunch and asked him to leave
- Reports White House denied Zelenskyy lunch and asked him to leave after the meeting.
Viewer comments on orchestrated meeting and Putin's allowance
- Mentions viewer comments on orchestrated meeting and Putin's likely approval.
F. Oink's flabbergasted guest and possibility of US revolution
- Notes F. Oink's guest being flabbergasted and suggestion of US revolution.
Calls for Zelenskyy to resign and Europe/Commonwealth unity
- Mentions calls for Zelenskyy to resign and calls for Europe/Commonwealth unity.
Lex Fridman interviewing Putin and Lukashenko
- Reports Lex Fridman will interview Putin and someone else will interview Lukashenko.
Dzyga's Paw fundraiser reached and more viewer generosity
- Announces Dzyga's Paw fundraiser goal reached and thanks viewers for generosity.
Zelenskyy's Hudson Institute speech cancelled and USAID energy grid support terminated
- Notes Zelenskyy's Hudson Institute speech cancelled and USAID energy grid support terminated.
Wrap up and thank yous
- Continues thanking viewers for superchats and memberships.
- Discusses various viewer comments and questions related to European action, trade wars, US political landscape, and potential for escalation.
- Greg and Jonathan express gratitude for viewer support and commitment to providing updates.
- They reiterate their support for Ukraine and the importance of unity.
- Zhenya shares his thoughts from Ukraine, emphasizing Ukrainian resilience and unity.
- Concludes with final thank yous and Slava Ukraini/Geruem Slava.
🤖❓ AI Debrief (post task) - anything the AI didn't understand
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🤖💭 AI Plan (pre task) - the AI's step by step thought process
The user wants me to summarise a YouTube transcript based on a set of instructions and output the summary in XML format. I need to perform 6 tasks: Task 1: Extract Title, Date and Part from the given Youtube video title and output using XML tags. Task 2: Split the transcript into topics and create topic titles using XML tags. Task 3: Record the timestamps for each topic using XML tags, ensuring the id matches the topictitle id. Task 4: Write a summary for each topic using bullet points and markdown, wrapped in XML tags. Task 5: Choose a significant quote and wrap it in XML tags. Task 6: Record any queries or unclear aspects in 🤖❓ AI Debrief (post task) - anything the AI didn't understand XML tags. I will go through each task step-by-step and make sure to output the response in the correct XML format as per the instructions and examples. I will pay close attention to the XML tag names and make sure the closing tags are correct.
