Ukraine War Update BUMPER NEWS: Geopolitical News: How Europe Is the US's Enemy
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"American foreign policy is being run by the dumbest MFers alive."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:14⏩
- Jonathan welcomes the team to ATP Geopolitics.
- This Ukraine war news update will focus on geopolitical news, specifically how Europe is perceived by the US, drawing from the Signal messaging app scandal.
- The video will explore the disdain for Europe within the US administration and its impact on Ukraine support and European unity.
US Disdain for Europe and Impact on Ukraine Support
🎦 00:14-01:24⏩
- The Signal messaging app scandal reveals a significant disdain for Europe within the top levels of the US administration.
- This disdain has tangible consequences for Ukraine, affecting the level of support and influencing Europe's future trajectory.
- There's a perceived lack of unity in Europe, exemplified by difficulties in finalising the €150 billion EU loan, with Italy, Spain, and France raising concerns about debt.
- The Trump administration is seen as holding considerable disdain for Europe.
European Diplomacy and War Rhetoric
🎦 01:24-02:29⏩
- EU countries are expressing criticism of "war rhetoric" and European diplomacy.
- Kaja Kallas, head of European diplomacy, is described as "bellicose" in her stance against Russia, which Jonathan believes is justified due to the genuine threat Russia poses to European security.
- However, Spain and Italy are reportedly uncomfortable with Kallas's statements, as they do not perceive Moscow as the primary threat to the EU.
- Spain's geographical distance from Russia is suggested as a reason for their differing threat perception compared to countries like Poland.
- Italy's position is considered an anomaly, possibly influenced by public sympathy for Russia and Putin, and the pro-Russian stance of some coalition parties.
EU Commission Warning: Prepare for Crisis
🎦 02:29-03:48⏩
- Max24 reports via Politico that the European Commission is set to advise EU citizens to stockpile enough food for 72 hours in anticipation of a crisis.
- This recommendation is outlined in a draft of the EU's preparedness union strategy, aiming to build a resilient EU capable of managing various threats independently.
- While officially framed as general preparedness, the context suggests a connection to potential war scenarios.
- Jonathan notes that while many people likely have three days' worth of food, "self-sufficient" implies broader preparations including energy and lighting.
- He observes an element of "fear-mongering" or "scare-mongering" in this advice, reflecting the challenging global climate and existing threats.
Hungarian Public Opinion on Ukraine EU Membership and Anti-Orbán Protests
🎦 03:48-04:55⏩
- Thousands of Hungarians participated in a poll via text message on a popular political TV show, answering if Ukraine should be granted EU membership.
- The survey revealed a significant 64% support for Ukraine's EU accession, with 36% opposed.
- Jonathan finds this result "fascinating" and suggests it might be contrary to what Orbán, the Hungarian Prime Minister, expected.
- Anti-Orbán protests in Hungary have escalated, including a bridge blockade, indicating ongoing dissent within the country which Jonathan views positively for democracy.
Moldova Detains Gagauzia Region Leader
🎦 04:55-05:46⏩
- Moldova has detained Evgenia Gutul, the leader of the Gagauzia region, at Chișinău Airport as she attempted to leave the country.
- Gagauzia is described as a Moldovan region leaning towards pro-Russian sentiment, similar to Transnistria, but distinct from it.
- Gutul is accused of receiving funds from Russia, a claim Jonathan considers "almost definite", referencing her past associations with Putin.
- The news was reported by the Moldovan service of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, which Jonathan is pleased to see is still operating.
Europe's Economic Leverage over Russia: Sanctions
🎦 05:46-11:54⏩
- Jonathan references an article in The Economist, highlighted by Shashank Joshi, discussing Europe's capacity to harm the Russian economy.
- He has long believed that US sanctions are critical, but acknowledges arguments suggesting Europe holds a more significant key to impacting Russia economically.
- While the US has imposed numerous sanctions, Europe's are even more extensive when considering the EU and other European nations collectively.
- The article argues that if the US were to lift sanctions, Europe maintaining theirs would still severely limit Russia's trade, access to payment systems, and foreign investment.
- Pre-war EU-Russia trade was significantly larger than US-Russia trade, highlighting Europe's economic importance to Russia.
- European sanctions impact Russia's access to payment systems like SWIFT (based in Belgium) and freeze a substantial portion of Russia's central bank assets held in Europe.
- The article suggests that even with US sanctions relief, Russia would remain financially constrained if Europe maintains its sanctions regime.
- Europe could potentially further "sabotage" any US-Russia détente by imposing stricter measures, although this could provoke Trump's anger.
- Examples of further European actions include prohibiting tankers carrying Russian oil from docking at EU ports and restricting access to financial services for third-country buyers of Russian oil.
- The article concludes that American sanctions relief alone is unlikely to transform the Russian economy significantly and European sanctions are crucial.
US-UK Tech Tax Dispute and UK Vulnerability
🎦 11:54-12:44⏩
- Jonathan mentions an aside related to sanctions, noting that maritime insurance restrictions are a key issue for Russia.
- He points out the UK's apparent subservience to US demands, citing the example of the UK being "forced" to reduce tech taxes due to threats of US sanctions.
- He argues that being outside the EU makes the UK more vulnerable to US pressure in such matters.
Potential for Economic War Between US and Europe
🎦 12:44-13:25⏩
- Jonathan discusses the potential for heightened tensions between the US and Europe if the US lifts sanctions on Russia while Europe maintains them.
- He suggests this divergence could escalate into an "economic war" between the two entities, given the existing disdain for Europe within the Trump administration.
- He highlights the lack of communication between Trump's foreign policy team and the EU regarding sanctions plans, quoting a European leader's confidant as calling this "absolutely idiotic".
- The article suggests Europe holds "decent cards" in this situation and might be tempted to use them, not only against Russia but potentially against the US as well, by maintaining or strengthening sanctions.
Tea Break
🎦 13:25-13:32⏩
- Jonathan announces a much-needed tea break.
French Senator on Trial for Defamation over TotalEnergies War Crimes Complicity Claims
🎦 13:32-14:29⏩
- Yannick Jadot, a French senator from the Green party, is on trial for defamation.
- In Spring 2022, Jadot claimed that TotalEnergies, a French oil company continuing operations in Russia, was "complicit in war crimes" due to their activities funding the Russian treasury.
- Jonathan believes Jadot has a strong case, arguing that any company funding the Russian treasury is complicit in war crimes, as that treasury is used to finance the war in Ukraine.
Foreign Company Exits from Russia
🎦 14:29-16:03⏩
- Media reports indicate that 62% of foreign companies from "unfriendly states" have exited Russia after three years of full-scale war against Ukraine.
- This statistic comes from an audit by a consulting firm, cited by RBC.
- Companies from Northern Europe have the highest exit rate (94%), led by Finland (100%) and Sweden.
- Exit rates vary among major Western economies: US, Germany, France, and UK between 59% and 67%; Canada, Australia, and New Zealand at 100%.
- Lower exit rates are observed in Austria (50%), Switzerland (38%), and Italy (22%).
- Jonathan recalls seeing reports that Belgium had the worst exit rate but cannot find it mentioned in the current article.
Trump's Rhetoric: EU "Ripping Off" the US
🎦 16:03-17:26⏩
- Jonathan segues into discussing the US, noting Trump's increasing rhetoric against Europe.
- Trump has stated that EU countries have been "ripping off" the US for 45 years and are "soft and weak".
- He attributes the US's $36 trillion national debt to the EU.
- Jonathan highlights the escalating anti-EU sentiment from Trump, J.D. Vance, and figures involved in the Signal scandal.
- He asserts that it is becoming increasingly clear that the US, particularly under Trump, views the EU as an enemy, potentially more so than Russia.
- Jonathan expresses concern about the future of US-Europe relations and European security, noting the dramatic shift in just eight weeks since Trump's inauguration.
Trump's Beliefs and Actions: Greenland, Gaza, and Ukraine
🎦 17:26-23:15⏩
- Jonathan suggests Trump's rhetoric isn't just "bombastic" but often reflects genuine beliefs that influence his actions.
- He uses examples like Trump's idea to turn Gaza into a "Middle Eastern Riviera", allegedly based on Jared Kushner's suggestions, and his initial claim to solve the Ukraine war in 24 hours.
- While Trump sometimes walks back extreme statements, Jonathan argues it's often due to advisors correcting him, not because he didn't initially believe them.
- He points to the changing rhetoric on Greenland, initially assertive about acquiring it, now softened to "Greenland is going to be something that maybe is in our future", indicating a shift in approach likely due to pushback from Denmark and advisors.
- Jonathan emphasizes the importance of understanding that Trump often genuinely believes his extreme statements, even if they are later modified or abandoned.
Signal Group Chat Scandal and US National Security Planning
🎦 23:15-28:43⏩
- Jonathan discusses the Signal group chat scandal involving Trump administration officials, highlighting its implications for US national security planning.
- He contrasts traditional National Security Council meetings with the informal, insecure nature of these Signal chats.
- Traditionally, NSC meetings involve briefings, common information sharing, and structured discussions with input from various departments (Defense, State, Communications).
- In contrast, the Signal chat appears to lack structure, proper briefing, and a focus on key national security considerations.
- Instead, the conversation seems driven by: dislike of Europe, communication strategy ("how to explain this to Americans"), and deference to Trump's whims, without deeper strategic analysis or allied consultation.
- Jonathan, referencing Rory Stewart's insights, emphasizes the "outrageous" nature of conducting national security discussions via a casual Signal group chat instead of formal processes.
- He highlights the potential security breach and the slapdash approach to sensitive national security matters.
Hypocrisy of Signal Scandal vs. Hillary Clinton's Emails
🎦 28:43-29:35⏩
- Jonathan points out the hypocrisy of the Trump administration's handling of the Signal scandal compared to their outrage over Hillary Clinton's private email server.
- He notes that while Clinton's email usage was arguably less serious, it fueled the MAGA movement's calls for her imprisonment.
- Pete Hegseth, now a defense secretary figure in the Trump administration, previously criticised private email usage for classified information, demonstrating a stark contrast to the current administration's Signal use.
- Jonathan expresses disbelief at the lack of accountability for the Signal security breach.
CIA Director's Positive Remarks on Ukraine Amidst Signal Debacle
🎦 29:35-30:09⏩
- Amidst the Signal scandal, Jonathan notes one positive development: CIA director John Ratcliffe's testimony before the Intelligence Committee.
- Ratcliffe acknowledged underestimation of Ukrainian people and army bravery, warning that Ukrainian forces are prepared to fight intensely to defend their sovereignty.
- Jonathan interprets this as a recognition that Ukraine cannot simply be negotiated over, highlighting their strong will to resist.
Senator Mark Warner's Criticism of US Foreign Policy
🎦 30:09-31:30⏩
- Jonathan highlights Senator Mark Warner, vice chairman of the Intelligence Committee, and his critique of the US's current foreign policy direction.
- Warner points out the US acting like adversaries or friends in bizarre ways, citing voting in the UN alongside Russia, Belarus, and North Korea as a "rogues gallery".
- He criticises the US treating allies like adversaries, mentioning threats to Greenland, Panama Canal, trade wars with Canada, and threats to remove Canada from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.
- Warner expresses concern about undermined US credibility with allies, particularly regarding information sharing with Ukraine in its war against Russia and the arbitrary political decisions impacting businesses.
Analyst Daniel Dresner's Outrage at US Foreign Policy
🎦 31:30-32:52⏩
- Jonathan references analyst Daniel Dresner's shift in tone, from previously arguing "sanctions work somewhat better than you think" to expressing extreme frustration.
- Dresner's latest substack article is titled "American foreign policy is being run by the dumbest MFers alive," reflecting his outrage and abandonment of decorum.
- Jonathan uses this to underscore the widespread frustration and bewilderment among analysts regarding the current state of US foreign policy.
- He reiterates Warner's questions: "what is going on?" with US relationships with allies, Ukraine, Europe, Greenland, Denmark, Panama, Canada, and Russia.
Republican Congressman's Pro-Russian Propaganda
🎦 32:52-35:18⏩
- Jonathan plays a video clip from a Republican congressman repeating Russian propaganda narratives about the Ukraine war.
- The congressman's statements include:
- "Zelensky shouldn't have allowed this war to happen."
- "Zelensky had a desire to fight Russia."
- "Zelensky is gambling with World War III."
- "Ukraine has to have elections if it wants to sit at the negotiating table."
- "Zelensky is disrespectful because he is used to talking to the Biden idiots."
- "There is great probability that Ukraine will become Russia."
- "Americans have adopted our point of view."
- Jonathan highlights the dangerous alignment of Trump's rhetoric with Putin's desired messaging and Russian propaganda.
Trump's Financial Ties to Russia: Anton Postolnikov Loan
🎦 35:18-36:32⏩
- Jonathan references investigative journalist Wendy Siegelman's reporting on Russian-American businessman Anton Postolnikov's financial connections to Trump.
- Postolnikov, nephew of a Putin ally, loaned $8 million to Trump Media in 2021-2022 and sent $10.8 million to a firm linked to Eric and Donald Trump Jr.'s business partners.
- This highlights ongoing financial ties between Trump and Russia, which Jonathan had forgotten but considers important context.
Mike Johnson Downplaying Signal Scandal and Witkoff-Carlson Interview
🎦 36:32-38:20⏩
- Jonathan discusses Mike Johnson, the Speaker, downplaying the Signal scandal, echoing Trump's line that it was a "mistake" that "won't happen again".
- He notes that Russia is likely "laughing their heads off" at the US, particularly after a week where the Signal scandal and Trump's connections to Putin/Witkoff interview have emerged.
- He highlights the Steve Witkoff interview with Tucker Carlson as a prime example of how Putin can manipulate Trump, and how easily Kremlin talking points are fed back through American figures.
- He sees the Signal scandal and Witkoff interview as revealing deep insights into the Trump administration's thinking.
Analysis of Witkoff-Carlson Interview: Kremlin Talking Points and Contempt for Europe
🎦 38:20-47:53⏩
- Jonathan and his co-host discuss Alistair Campbell and Rory Stewart's analysis of the Witkoff-Carlson interview.
- They note Witkoff, Trump's special envoy to Russia, effectively feeding Kremlin talking points in the interview with Carlson.
- The interview reveals:
- Consideration of Article 5 guarantees for Ukraine without NATO membership.
- Belief that Hamas cannot be militarily defeated.
- Positive view of Syrian President Assad as a potential "partner for peace".
- Witkoff repeatedly emphasizes loyalty to Trump throughout the interview.
- He portrays Putin as a "straight shooter" and describes receiving a "beautiful portrait" of Trump from Putin and Putin's prayers for Trump's health, revealing a disturbing level of admiration and closeness.
- The interview demonstrates ignorance, with Witkoff struggling to name occupied Ukrainian provinces and echoing Russian justifications for annexation based on language and referendums.
- A key theme is the contempt for Europe, with Witkoff echoing Carlson's view that "Europe is dying" and the future lies in the Middle East and with autocratic regimes like Saudi Arabia and UAE, dismissing the importance of liberal democracies and long-standing alliances.
- Witkoff is easily led by Carlson's questions, demonstrating a lack of strength and thoughtfulness, making him deeply unqualified to negotiate with Russia.
Signal Scandal: Russian Intelligence and Security Breach
🎦 47:53-52:22⏩
- Jonathan revisits the Signal scandal, highlighting Susan Rice's comments about Steve Witkoff being in Moscow during the group chat.
- He plays a clip where a security analyst explains the severe security risk, stating that Russian intelligence likely has access to whatever Witkoff was doing on his personal phone.
- The analyst notes that Witkoff should have used secure facilities at the US embassy in Moscow, and that Signal should never have been used for sensitive national security discussions.
- Politico reports Signal cannot be downloaded on federal devices, meaning Witkoff used a personal phone, highly vulnerable to hacking, especially in the Kremlin.
- Kyiv diplomats and US diplomats in Kyiv were warned against using Signal due to security concerns.
- The use of Signal is linked to Project 2025, aimed at deleting records and undermining transparency and accountability, potentially violating multiple laws including the Federal Records Act, Presidential Records Act, and Espionage Act.
- Senator Tammy Duckworth warns that uploading classified war plans onto unclassified networks jeopardizes US military personnel and undermines trust with allies regarding classified information sharing.
White House Response and Investigation into Signal Scandal: "A Joke"
🎦 52:22-54:25⏩
- The White House's response to the Signal scandal is described as "hilarious" and a "joke".
- The "investigation" is led by Mike Walls, the very person who started the group chat and added the unauthorized individual, creating a clear conflict of interest.
- Trump is reportedly not planning to fire Walls but has made him the investigator.
- Walls is now claiming his phone was "hacked" and blaming journalist Jeff Goldberg, employing the "Roy Cohn playbook" of denial, attack, and blame-shifting.
- Fox News is benching Jennifer Griffin, a respected intelligence reporter, for truthfully reporting on the scandal, while giving airtime to Jesse Walters to spread slanderous accusations against Goldberg.
White House Spokesperson's Denial and Senator Ossoff's Interrogation of Ratcliffe
- White House spokesperson Caroline Leavitt dismisses the Signal scandal as "sensationalist spin" by Jeffrey Goldberg and denies war plans were discussed or classified material was shared.
- This denial is contradicted by the fact that CIA operatives' names, which are classified, were on the chat.
- The White House claims their Counsel's Office provides guidance on secure communication platforms but is investigating how Goldberg was "inadvertently added", seen as a ridiculous explanation.
- Ron Filikowski suggests the White House's strategy is simply to "lie their way through it".
- Leavitt praises the "confident and highly qualified team" involved in the scandal, urging gratitude instead of criticism.
- Senator John Ossoff interrogates Director Ratcliffe, pressing him to admit the Signal scandal was a "huge mistake," but Ratcliffe refuses, highlighting the administration's unwillingness to take responsibility or acknowledge the gravity of the error.
US Officials Privately Assure Europe on NATO Commitment
- Despite the Signal scandal and broader concerns, US officials have privately assured European allies that President Trump supports NATO.
- They have stated the US will not withdraw nuclear weapons from Europe and remains committed to collective defense.
- This news, reported by the New York Times, offers a small degree of reassurance amidst the ongoing turmoil.
Rick Grenell's Ignorance on Budapest Memorandum
- Jonathan shifts to Rick Grenell, a figure from the Trump administration, criticizing his recent comments on the Budapest Memorandum.
- Grenell claimed the nuclear weapons in Ukraine were "Russia's" and were "given back to Russia" under the memorandum, demonstrating a fundamental misunderstanding.
- Jonathan clarifies that the nukes were Soviet weapons stationed in Ukraine, and Ukraine gave them up to Russia after the Soviet Union's dissolution, not "back" to the dissolved USSR.
- He expresses disbelief at Grenell's ignorance, seeing it as indicative of the Trump administration's lack of knowledge and competence, labelling it a "cacistocracy".
- Anton Gerashenko highlights the dangerous implications of such ignorance for global security.
US Tariffs on 15 Countries Including Russia and Greenland
- Jonathan briefly mentions that the Trump administration is preparing to impose tariffs on 15 countries, including Russia, according to the Wall Street Journal from March 23rd.
- He expresses uncertainty if these tariffs are still planned given ongoing negotiations.
- He then transitions to the topic of Greenland.
Trump's Softening Rhetoric on Greenland Acquisition
- Jonathan plays a clip of Trump discussing Greenland, noting a significant shift in his rhetoric.
- When asked about Greenland, Trump now downplays "provocation", framing the visit as "friendliness".
- He claims "people from Greenland" are "calling us" and "invited us over", wanting "proper protection" and to be "properly taken care of".
- He praises J.D. Vance's wife (Usha Vance, though he doesn't name her) and her "love of the concept of Greenland".
- Jonathan points out Trump's language reveals his perception of Greenland as a "concept" rather than a nation with people and self-determination.
- Trump now says "Greenland is going to be something that maybe is in our future," a significant tempering of his previous assertive claims of acquisition.
- Jonathan interprets this as a major shift, indicating that Trump is scaling back his Greenland rhetoric due to pushback and advisor influence.
Trump's Childish Language and Tommy Tuberville's Assertive Greenland Stance
- Jonathan criticizes Trump's "half-formulated thoughts" and "childishly naive sentences," seeing his language as reflective of his limited knowledge and simplistic thinking.
- He contrasts Trump's softened rhetoric with Tommy Tuberville's more assertive stance on Greenland.
- Tuberville states "we're not flying up there for shits and giggles," and "it's going to be ours," directly contradicting Trump's tempered tone and implying a continued acquisition agenda.
- Tuberville dismisses potential European opposition ("people across the water might have something to say"), reinforcing the anti-Europe sentiment.
US-Denmark/Greenland Relations and Protests
- Jonathan highlights Shashank Joshi's question about whether Denmark must allow the Vance visit or if agreements allow unrestricted US official travel to Greenland.
- He notes J.D. Vance and his delegation have cancelled visiting the dog sled event and Nuuk (Greenland's capital), opting only to visit the isolated Pituffik Space Base, likely to avoid expected protests.
- Jonathan believes the optics of protests would be terrible for the US, and the visit would have been normal absent Trump's previous rhetoric and coercive approach towards Denmark and Greenland.
US Election Integrity Concerns and Elon Musk's Role
- Jonathan broadens the discussion to US affairs, noting concerns about election integrity.
- He cites a source suggesting 2024 might be the last free and fair US election if Trump wins.
- Elon Musk's "Doge administrator" and "flunkies" are reportedly checking state voter lists to determine "real voters," raising alarm about potential voter suppression and election manipulation.
- This is juxtaposed with the White House claiming to "preserve and protect the integrity of American elections," highlighting a perceived contradiction and threat to democratic processes.
Representative Melanie Sandsbury's Outcry Against House Republicans
- Jonathan shares a clip of Representative Melanie Sandsbury criticizing House Republicans for their priorities.
- Sandsbury labels the House proceedings "insanity" and "bizarre," expressing bewilderment at their actions.
- She highlights the disconnect between real American concerns (economy, cost of living, veterans/teachers being fired, dismantling of Dept. of Education) and the House Republicans' focus on "walk-in cooler and refrigeration efficiency standards".
- Sandsbury questions how "out of touch" Republicans are with the American people, emphasizing that no one voted for them to waste time on refrigeration standards.
- Jonathan praises Sandsbury's outspokenness and direct criticism.
China Poaching Laid-Off US AI Researchers and US Job Losses
- Jonathan returns to the theme of job losses and their consequences.
- He mentions Europe's attempts to attract scientists losing jobs in the US due to funding cuts.
- Reuters reports China is actively trying to "poach" laid-off US employees, particularly AI researchers, to gather intelligence from specialists affected by Trump administration layoffs.
- Some US officials with state secrets are reportedly unprepared for foreign recruitment attempts.
Wrap up
- Jonathan concludes, stating "that's enough for me" after a long video.
- He notes he didn't even cover peace negotiation topics discussed in the previous livestream, indicating more to discuss in future videos.
- He thanks viewers for watching and says "take care, guys, and I'll speak to you soon."
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