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Ukr War Update BUMPER NEWS: Geopolitical News: US Turnign & Heritage Foundation

News🔷Geopolitics Monday, 10th March 2025, 16:20
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Topic IDTopic TitleTimestamp
1Hello Team00:00-00:49
2US-Ukraine Peace Talks and Potential Concessions00:49-01:48
3Doris Analogy: Unfair Peace Demands on Ukraine01:48-02:19
4Reports of US Pressure on Ukraine for Concessions02:19-02:35
5Trump Reportedly Sees Zelensky as an Obstacle02:35-02:50
6Trump's Team Meeting with Zelensky's Rivals02:50-03:28
7Likelihood of US Pressure on Ukraine Confirmed03:28-03:41
8Kyiv to Propose Air and Ceasefire Talks03:49-04:31
9German Parliamentarians' Financial Discussions and Green Party Concerns04:31-05:44
10US Expectations for Progress in Ukraine Talks05:44-05:51
11US Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine Halted05:56-06:05
12US Avoids EU Engagement Amid Trade War Concerns06:05-06:39
13Elon Musk, Marco Rubio, and Polish Foreign Minister Spat over Starlink07:07-07:24
14Donald Tusk's Call for Respect and Leadership07:24-07:55
15Poland-US Trade vs. Russia-US Trade07:55-08:47
16US-Russia Trade Beyond Export-Import: Energy and Minerals08:47-10:17
17Diplomatic Channels Preferred for US-Poland Discussions10:17-10:42
18UK Virtual Summit to Support Ukraine10:42-11:25
19Russia Expels British Embassy-Linked Personnel11:25-12:09
20French Foreign Minister's Tour to Explain International Crisis12:09-12:27
21Need for Leaders to Communicate Strategic Importance of Ukraine Support12:27-13:18
22German Parliamentarian Urges European Intelligence Sharing Network13:56-14:37
23Historical Context of European Intelligence Sharing: Maximator14:37-15:03
24Romania: Former President's Harsh Criticism of Biden and Disqualification of Pro-Russia Candidate15:03-16:05
25Karlin Georgescu's Disqualification and Neo-Nazi Connections16:05-17:35
26Concerns About Anti-Democratic Forces in Europe and Misinformation17:35-17:42
27US Secretary of State Rubio Cancels Meeting with EU's Kaya Kallas, Meets Botswana Leader17:42-18:31
28Botswana's SpaceX Satellite Launch as Reason for Rubio Meeting18:31-19:09
29Mark Carney Wins Canadian Liberal Party Leadership, Becomes PM19:09-21:28
30Mark Carney's Credentials and Challenges as Canadian PM21:28-22:08
31Canada's Strong Stance Against US Economic Coercion22:08-23:12
32US Unpopularity Among Allies and Global Perception23:12-24:45
33Polling Data: Declining UK and European Trust in US24:45-25:09
34Personal Anecdotes and Generational Shift in UK Perception of US25:09-26:47
35France Surpasses US in UK Estimation as Ally26:47-27:45
36Growing Sense of European Identity in UK due to US Actions27:45-29:36
37Practical Political Consequences of Falling US Favorability in Europe29:36-30:42
38Hungarian Government Deletes Anti-Ukraine Post31:16-32:08
39Heritage Foundation's Plan to Dismantle EU with Hungarian and Polish Support32:08-32:53
40Heritage Foundation's Hungarian Funding and Russian Links32:53-34:47
41V-Square Report: Heritage Foundation Workshop on Dismantling the EU34:47-36:39
42Heritage Foundation Championing Euroscepticism Aligned with Trump and Putin36:39-38:23
43Sense of Being Under Attack and Need for European Unity38:23-38:48
44Heritage Foundation as "Bad Guys" and Project 2025's Influence38:48-39:17
45Positive Polls for Opposition Party in Hungary Against Orbán39:17-40:05
46Senator Mark Kelly's Pro-Ukraine Stance and Visit to Kyiv40:05-41:18
47Senator Kelly's Observations in Ukraine and Call for Continued Support41:18-42:54
48Senator Kelly Contrasts Trump's Pro-Putin Stance with Reality of Russian War Crimes42:54-44:48
49Senator Kelly's Visit to Wall of Remembrance and Strategic Rationale for Supporting Ukraine44:48-47:09
50Jonathan's Outrage at Trump Administration and Praise for Senator Kelly47:09-47:55
51Russia Circumventing Sanctions to Obtain Western Microchips47:55-49:19
52JD Vance's False Claim about Protesters and Child49:19-49:39
53Zion Video Series on Russian Reach into US Politics and Disassembly of American Power50:25-53:22
54Conspiracy Theory Consideration: Russian Compromise of the White House53:22-54:27
55Historical Context of Russian Efforts to Undermine US and NATO54:27-56:07
56Compromise of US Governance and Tangible Effects on Americans56:07-56:39
57Trump's Incoherent Response to Reporter's Question about Putin's Disrespect56:39-58:25
58Zelensky's Humanity and Warmth Compared to Trump and Putin58:25-01:02:42
59Unfair Victimisation of Zelensky and Need to Celebrate Him01:02:42-01:03:03
60Wrap up01:03:03-01:03:03

"This compromise appears to be an actual thing and it's having tangible effect on American people and the governance of the country."

Hello Team

🎦 00:00-00:49

  • Jonathan welcomes viewers to another ATP Geopolitics Ukraine War News Update, part three for 10th March 2025.
  • He mentions this will likely be his last video for the day as he is meeting friends at the pub to discuss current events, indicating the seriousness of the geopolitical situation.
  • He jokes about the length of his videos and mentions seeing the film Mickey 17 with another friend, finding it bizarre.
  • He then transitions to the day's geopolitical news.


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US-Ukraine Peace Talks and Potential Concessions

🎦 00:49-01:48

  • Jonathan starts with peace efforts, mentioning meetings are expected, with Zelensky and his team en route to Saudi Arabia to meet with US officials.
  • He believes meetings are planned between the US and Ukraine, and potentially the US and Russia, although Maria Zakharova denies Russian involvement.
  • There's an acceptance that the US will try to force Ukraine into capitulation or significant concessions to achieve peace.
  • Jonathan expresses disbelief at the idea of forcing the victim to make concessions to the aggressor for the sake of a quick peace.


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Doris Analogy: Unfair Peace Demands on Ukraine

🎦 01:48-02:19

  • Jonathan uses his recurring "Doris" analogy to illustrate the unfairness: it's like forcing Doris, whose house is invaded, to accept the thugs taking the bottom floor just for "peace".
  • He argues this is completely unfair, emphasizing the victim's right to their own home and opposing a rushed peace that rewards the aggressor.


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Reports of US Pressure on Ukraine for Concessions

🎦 02:19-02:35

  • Jürgen Naudit reports that the victim (Ukraine) is expected to make concessions and the aggressor (Russia) will be rewarded, indicating a dictated peace.
  • Reuters reports that dictators like Rubio, Vykov, Wykov, and Waltz will question the Ukrainian delegation on March 11th about their willingness to concede to Russia to end the war.


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Trump Reportedly Sees Zelensky as an Obstacle

🎦 02:35-02:50

  • Reports suggest US President Trump views Zelensky as an obstacle to peace, not a partner.
  • Trump is allegedly trying to force Zelensky's resignation through political pressure, withholding US weapons as long as Zelensky remains in office, according to the German tabloid BILT.


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Trump's Team Meeting with Zelensky's Rivals

🎦 02:50-03:28

  • BILT reports that Trump's team has already met with Zelensky's rivals, Yulia Tymoshenko and Petro Poroshenko, to discuss potential elections in Ukraine.
  • Experts speculate this could be Trump's revenge for Zelensky refusing to provide damaging information on Hunter Biden in 2020.
  • Jonathan advises taking this with a "large block of salt" due to the source being a tabloid.


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Likelihood of US Pressure on Ukraine Confirmed

🎦 03:28-03:41

  • Despite caution about the source, Jonathan suggests the BILT report aligns with what appears to be happening, indicating a likely US pressure campaign on Zelensky.
  • He notes Maria Zakharova's denial of Russian-US meetings but remains uncertain about their occurrence.


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Kyiv to Propose Air and Ceasefire Talks

🎦 03:49-04:31

  • The Guardian live feed reports Kyiv is proposing air and ceasefire talks on Tuesday to find a way out of the conflict.
  • This suggests Ukraine is also seeking diplomatic solutions amidst the geopolitical pressure.


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German Parliamentarians' Financial Discussions and Green Party Concerns

🎦 04:31-05:44

  • German parliamentarians are in debt break financial discussions to release funding before a new government is formed, requiring a rushed process.
  • The Green party has raised concerns about the funding, which are acknowledged as legitimate by the outgoing Finance Minister Jörg Kukiz.
  • Kukiz is optimistic an agreement can be reached before the Bundestag meets later in the week, preventing potential obstruction from AFD and BSW parties.
  • Jonathan stresses the importance of a swift agreement to ensure Germany can release funding.


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US Expectations for Progress in Ukraine Talks

🎦 05:44-05:51

  • Trump's Middle East envoy indicates the US expects substantial progress in the Ukraine talks.
  • This reinforces the narrative of US involvement and pressure to resolve the conflict.


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US Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine Halted

🎦 05:56-06:05

  • The US has stopped intelligence sharing with Ukraine, a matter the Ukrainians are hoping to resolve.
  • This action by the US is a significant blow to Ukraine's war effort.


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US Avoids EU Engagement Amid Trade War Concerns

🎦 06:05-06:39

  • The US administration is reportedly avoiding engagement with the EU to prevent a trade war, according to the EU trade chief.
  • Jonathan speculates the US might be hoping to delay or avoid the trade war by not communicating with the EU, suggesting a strategy of hoping Trump will forget about tariffs.
  • He questions the motives behind Trump's administration's actions and their favouring of Russia.


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🎦 07:07-07:24

  • A public spat occurred on Twitter between Elon Musk, Marco Rubio, and Radoslaw Sikorski, the Polish foreign minister, regarding Starlink.
  • Jonathan deems litigating such matters on Twitter as "unbecoming".


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Donald Tusk's Call for Respect and Leadership

🎦 07:24-07:55

  • Donald Tusk, Polish Prime Minister, intervened, urging everyone to "calm down" and calling the situation "silly".
  • Tusk emphasised that true leadership involves respecting partners and allies, even smaller and weaker ones, and avoiding arrogance.
  • He implicitly supports Sikorski's position, advocating for respect towards smaller allies like Poland.


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Poland-US Trade vs. Russia-US Trade

🎦 07:55-08:47

  • Jonathan highlights the trade disparity between Poland-US and Russia-US to contextualise the spat.
  • Jane Keefe points out that Poland's trade with the US is almost seven times greater than Russia's trade with the US.
  • US-Russia trade totals $3.5 billion, while US-Poland trade is $24.15 billion.
  • Jonathan questions why the US would risk annoying Poland, a much larger trading partner.


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US-Russia Trade Beyond Export-Import: Energy and Minerals

🎦 08:47-10:17

  • Jonathan suggests that the US interest in Russia might extend beyond simple trade figures, involving US corporations embedded with Russian energy providers and rare minerals deals.
  • He speculates that the $3.5 billion trade figure during sanctions could be massively larger without sanctions and with full US-Kremlin cooperation, driven by US corporate interests in Russian hydrocarbons and minerals.
  • He warns against simplistic trade analyses and highlights the potential for hidden economic ties.


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Diplomatic Channels Preferred for US-Poland Discussions

🎦 10:17-10:42

  • Jonathan suggests that disagreements between the US and Poland should be handled discreetly through diplomatic channels, not publicly aired by figures like Elon Musk.
  • He criticises Elon Musk for seemingly speaking on behalf of the US, questioning if Musk's influence reflects his position as a powerful oligarch close to the White House.


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UK Virtual Summit to Support Ukraine

🎦 10:42-11:25

  • UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting a virtual summit with world leaders on Saturday to reinforce support for Ukraine.
  • This follows the "coalition of the winning" initiative launched earlier in London.
  • The summit aims to coordinate aid and demonstrate a united front against Russian aggression amidst uncertainty in Western military support.
  • Nexter highlights the UK's central role in European and world politics.


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Russia Expels British Embassy-Linked Personnel

🎦 11:25-12:09

  • Russia has expelled two people connected with the British embassy, ordering them to leave the country.
  • Jonathan is unsure if this is a tit-for-tat response or a new development, suggesting potential retaliatory expulsions from the UK.


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French Foreign Minister's Tour to Explain International Crisis

🎦 12:09-12:27

  • The French Foreign Minister, Jean-Noël Barrault, is embarking on a tour of France to explain the international crisis to French citizens.
  • Jonathan praises this initiative, recalling Macron's earlier TV address explaining the importance of supporting Ukraine.


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Need for Leaders to Communicate Strategic Importance of Ukraine Support

🎦 12:27-13:18

  • Jonathan argues that world leaders should emulate Macron's approach and clearly explain to their populations why supporting Ukraine is crucial.
  • He criticises Joe Biden for not adequately communicating this to the American public, leading to misunderstandings about US aid to Ukraine.
  • He stresses the need to explain that aid is not just charity but strategically important for the US and its allies.


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German Parliamentarian Urges European Intelligence Sharing Network

🎦 13:56-14:37

  • Konstantin von Notz, chairman of the German parliament's US Intelligence Oversight Committee, urges Germany and European allies to establish their own intelligence-sharing network.
  • This is seen as a response to the US cutting off intelligence to Ukraine and broader concerns about US reliability within Five Eyes.
  • Shashank Joshi notes existing European intelligence arrangements but suggests a need for something more formal, possibly akin to Five Eyes.


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Historical Context of European Intelligence Sharing: Maximator

🎦 14:37-15:03

  • Jonathan provides historical context, mentioning the Maximator intelligence-sharing arrangement formed in 1976 by Denmark, Germany, and Sweden, later joined by the Netherlands and France.
  • This highlights that European intelligence cooperation is not new, but the current call suggests a desire for greater independence from the US.


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Romania: Former President's Harsh Criticism of Biden and Disqualification of Pro-Russia Candidate

🎦 15:03-16:05

  • Former Romanian President Traian Băsescu harshly criticised Biden, accusing him of weakening Ukraine to allow Putin to attack without warning, furthering the "Trump-Putin duo's" goal of Ukrainian capitulation to access Moldova and the EU's eastern flank.
  • Jonathan acknowledges the inflammatory rhetoric while agreeing with the sentiment.
  • Romania's electoral bureau disqualified far-right, pro-Russia presidential candidate Karlin Georgescu.


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Karlin Georgescu's Disqualification and Neo-Nazi Connections

🎦 16:05-17:35

  • Georgescu claimed Europe is a dictatorship and Romania is under tyranny after his disqualification.
  • Reasons for disqualification include his Russian connections, illegal activities, and false declarations about funding.
  • Raids on associates' houses revealed connections to neo-Nazi and fascist organisations linked to Russia.
  • Jonathan mentions the electoral bureau vote to disqualify him was approximately 10 to 4.


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Concerns About Anti-Democratic Forces in Europe and Misinformation

🎦 17:35-17:42

  • Georgescu's statements are being used by figures like Kelsa Pries and Elon Musk to suggest Europe is a dictatorship, undermining democratic processes.
  • Jonathan clarifies that figures like Georgescu are anti-democratic and compromised by Russia, hence their disqualification.


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US Secretary of State Rubio Cancels Meeting with EU's Kaya Kallas, Meets Botswana Leader

🎦 17:42-18:31

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio cancelled a scheduled meeting with EU representative Kaja Kallas, considered exceptionally rude and a rejection of the EU.
  • Rubio then met with Botswana's leader, raising eyebrows.
  • Edward Hunter Christie highlights the contrast, questioning why Botswana's leader was prioritised over the EU representative.


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Botswana's SpaceX Satellite Launch as Reason for Rubio Meeting

🎦 18:31-19:09

  • Rubio's meeting with Botswana's president was related to Botswana's first satellite launch with SpaceX.
  • Rubio congratulated Botswana on this achievement.
  • Jonathan sarcastically remarks that Botswana appears more important than the EU in US priorities regarding Ukraine support.


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Mark Carney Wins Canadian Liberal Party Leadership, Becomes PM

🎦 19:09-21:28

  • Mark Carney won the Canadian Liberal Party leadership race, succeeding Justin Trudeau, and becomes Prime Minister.
  • Jonathan explains the Canadian system is similar to the UK's parliamentary system, where the ruling party elects its leader who then becomes PM.
  • He highlights the controversy surrounding this system where the general population doesn't directly vote for the PM.


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Mark Carney's Credentials and Challenges as Canadian PM

🎦 21:28-22:08

  • Carney is described as an "intellectual heavyweight" with a PhD in economics from Oxford and former governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England.
  • He is considered highly qualified to address Canada's economic challenges, particularly concerning US economic coercion.
  • An upcoming general election means Carney faces immediate pressure to prove himself to the wider electorate.


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Canada's Strong Stance Against US Economic Coercion

🎦 22:08-23:12

  • Jonathan emphasises Canada's firm stance against US economic pressure.
  • He quotes strong rhetoric from Carney suggesting Canada will not become part of America and is ready to fight back economically, comparing it to hockey.
  • Carney's aggressive tone is likely aimed at rallying support for the upcoming general election by positioning himself as tough on the US.


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US Unpopularity Among Allies and Global Perception

🎦 23:12-24:45

  • Jonathan notes the broader context of declining US popularity globally, especially among allies, under the Trump administration.
  • He dismisses the simplistic view of Canadians hating Americans but highlights deep resentment towards the Trump administration's policies, citing examples like the Greenland/Denmark situation, EU trade war, Ukraine policy, and actions towards Mexico, Panama, and Colombia.
  • He mentions analyses suggesting Trump prefers dealing with "strongmen" like Putin and Xi Jinping over allies.


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Polling Data: Declining UK and European Trust in US

🎦 24:45-25:09

  • Polling data from the UK, Germany, France, and Poland shows majorities believe Russia won't stop at Ukraine.
  • Starmer's approach to Ukraine is popular domestically and internationally.
  • Less than 50% of Britons now consider the US an ally, a significant drop for the "special relationship".


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Personal Anecdotes and Generational Shift in UK Perception of US

🎦 25:09-26:47

  • Jonathan shares personal anecdotes about his right-wing parents' disillusionment with the US under Trump, despite past support.
  • He notes his father, a Royal Navy veteran, is "seething" at the US's current actions, representing a generational shift in perception.
  • He suggests this sentiment is widespread in the UK, based on his conversations and radio discussions, indicating a move towards seeing the US as unreliable.


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France Surpasses US in UK Estimation as Ally

🎦 26:47-27:45

  • Michael Wise's tweet highlights that America dropping below France in British estimation signals a significant shift, potentially marking the "end of the world starting".
  • Jonathan elaborates on the complex UK-France relationship historically, noting France is now seen as a stronger ally than the US.
  • 70% of Britons view France as an ally, more than Germany, the EU, Poland, and the US, indicating a profound realignment in UK perceptions of alliances.


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Growing Sense of European Identity in UK due to US Actions

🎦 27:45-29:36

  • Jonathan, a "Remainer" and pro-European, describes a growing sense of European identity in the UK, even post-Brexit, driven by external threats from Russia, China, and the current US administration.
  • He feels a "rally around the flag" effect, perceiving external attacks from these powers as pushing Europeans to stick together, galvanising a European identity.
  • He poses a question to viewers about their European identity and how it's changing, particularly due to Trump's administration.


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Practical Political Consequences of Falling US Favorability in Europe

🎦 29:36-30:42

  • Western Europe's favourability towards the US has plummeted and continues to decline, making it politically difficult for European politicians to support continued cooperation with America.
  • Jonathan emphasises this is a practical political matter ("descriptive morality"), not just moral outrage ("normative ethics").
  • He highlights data showing drastically reduced favourable views of the US across Western European nations.


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Hungarian Government Deletes Anti-Ukraine Post

🎦 31:16-32:08

  • The Hungarian government deleted a post stating that the "preservation of Ukraine should not happen", which criticised EU funding for Ukraine and claimed it would "destroy the European economy".
  • Hungarian media noticed its removal after a backlash, highlighting the Hungarian government's deeply anti-Ukraine stance, even if they attempt to moderate public messaging.


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Heritage Foundation's Plan to Dismantle EU with Hungarian and Polish Support

🎦 32:08-32:53

  • Ann Applebaum highlights a V-Square report about the Heritage Foundation planning to dismantle the EU with the help of Polish and Hungarian partners.
  • Jonathan refers to his past article on the Heritage Foundation, describing it as populated by "wingnut" individuals who are now influential in the Trump administration, particularly through "Project 2025".


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🎦 32:53-34:47

  • The Heritage Foundation receives funding from Hungarian organisations (Bethany Foundation and Danube Institute) linked to Hungarian propaganda, which Jonathan argues ultimately derives directives and funding from the Kremlin.
  • This establishes a connection from Russian influence to the Heritage Foundation, now deeply embedded in the US government.
  • He also notes adjacent figures like Tucker Carlson, whose father lobbies for Viktor Orbán, and CPAC's close ties with Hungary, highlighting a broader network of US-Hungary-Russia connections.


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V-Square Report: Heritage Foundation Workshop on Dismantling the EU

🎦 34:47-36:39

  • Jonathan details the V-Square report, which reveals the Heritage Foundation is receiving proposals from illiberal forces in Poland and Hungary to reshape the EU, including dismantling key EU institutions and renaming the bloc.
  • A closed-door workshop at the Heritage Foundation on March 11th will feature contributions from Hungary's Matthias Corvinus Collegium (MCC) and Poland's Ordo Iuris Institute for Legal Culture, both linked to illiberal governments/parties.
  • The workshop will discuss a report titled "The Great Reset, Restoring Member States' Sovereignty in the 21st Century," advocating for a decentralised EU model.


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Heritage Foundation Championing Euroscepticism Aligned with Trump and Putin

🎦 36:39-38:23

  • The Heritage Foundation's Euroscepticism aligns with Trump's known antipathy towards the EU and NATO, seeing the EU as a competitor and adversary.
  • This stance directly benefits Putin, who has long sought to undermine EU unity, as evidenced by his support for Brexit and far-right parties like AFD.
  • Jonathan highlights the open support for Euroscepticism from the American administration and Russian government, creating a coordinated attack on the EU.


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Sense of Being Under Attack and Need for European Unity

🎦 38:23-38:48

  • Jonathan expresses a sense of being "attacked from all sides," both externally by Russia and the US administration and internally by those seeking to divide Europe.
  • Despite not being in the EU, he feels a need for European unity to counter these threats.
  • He praises V-Square's investigative journalism for uncovering these important connections.


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Heritage Foundation as "Bad Guys" and Project 2025's Influence

🎦 38:48-39:17

  • Jonathan strongly condemns the Heritage Foundation as "bad guys" doing "bad things," attributing the disruptive actions of the Trump administration to their "Project 2025" ideology.
  • He believes their agenda is driving the "ripping apart" and staffing decisions within the US government.

Positive Polls for Opposition Party in Hungary Against Orbán

🎦 39:17-40:05

  • Some good news: polls show Viktor Orbán's party Fidesz is losing ground to the new Tizia EPP party, which wants to jail Orbán for corruption.
  • The Tizia EPP party leads with 44% against Fidesz's 39%, which is positive for democracy and European unity.
  • However, Jonathan cautions that Orbán will likely take steps to maintain power and hinder the opposition leader Peter Magyar.


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Senator Mark Kelly's Pro-Ukraine Stance and Visit to Kyiv

🎦 40:05-41:18

  • Jonathan praises Senator Mark Kelly (former astronaut and pilot) as a strong advocate for Ukraine.
  • He mentions Kelly's potential VP nomination and his military background.
  • Kelly recently visited Ukraine and stated, "I've just left Ukraine," signaling ongoing US support despite the Trump administration's actions.
  • Jonathan clarifies his criticism is directed at the Trump administration, not all Americans, highlighting figures like Kelly as "good guys."


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Senator Kelly's Observations in Ukraine and Call for Continued Support

🎦 41:18-42:54

  • Senator Kelly's statement from Ukraine emphasises the need to continue supporting Ukraine, arguing against giving up on the Ukrainian people or making concessions to Putin.
  • He stresses the strategic importance of US support, highlighting that cutting it off risks everything Ukrainians have fought for.
  • He describes visiting a hospital in Kyiv, hearing stories of injured soldiers and nurses' accounts of Russian war crimes, including rape and murder of children.


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Senator Kelly Contrasts Trump's Pro-Putin Stance with Reality of Russian War Crimes

🎦 42:54-44:48

  • Senator Kelly contrasts Trump's trust in Putin with the reality of Putin's war crimes, stating he looks forward to seeing Putin "rot in prison."
  • He condemns the pause in military aid, arguing it only helps Russia and weakens Ukraine's negotiating position.
  • He criticises Trump for trying to weaken Ukraine's hand and demands an explanation, warning that Putin's gains will threaten NATO allies and US troops.
  • He recounts meeting Ukrainian pilots, highlighting Trump's decision to cut off intelligence sharing, endangering them and aiding Russia.
  • He denounces Trump's apparent approval of Russian attacks on Ukraine, calling it "sickening" and noting it means "more dead Ukrainian kids".


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Senator Kelly's Visit to Wall of Remembrance and Strategic Rationale for Supporting Ukraine

🎦 44:48-47:09

  • Senator Kelly visited the Wall of Remembrance in Kyiv to honour fallen Ukrainian soldiers.
  • He emphasizes the direct impact of US support on the ground and the link between Ukrainian and US security.
  • Abandoning Ukraine would damage US trustworthiness with allies and embolden China to take Taiwan, forcing the US into a difficult decision.
  • Supporting Ukraine strengthens alliances and prevents wars, aligning with the goal of combat veterans to avoid conflict.
  • He argues that in a crisis, Ukraine would be a crucial ally, making a "screw-you-go-alone" foreign policy dangerous and short-sighted.
  • He concludes by stressing the need to continue supporting Ukraine, leading from the front with allies.


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Jonathan's Outrage at Trump Administration and Praise for Senator Kelly

🎦 47:09-47:55

  • Jonathan expresses outrage at why Senator Kelly isn't Vice President, contrasting him with figures like J.D. Vance and Donald Trump.
  • He criticises Trump's cozying up to dictators, attacking allies, and allowing Elon Musk to act erratically, "destroying the US government".
  • He laments the unfairness of the situation and emphasises the importance of working hard for fairness, voting, and keeping democracy alive.
  • He underscores the crucial role of accurate information in informed voting decisions.


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Russia Circumventing Sanctions to Obtain Western Microchips

🎦 47:55-49:19

  • Kyiv Independent reports that Russia continues to acquire Western chips despite sanctions, enabling weapons production.
  • They successfully ordered American microchips from Russian trading companies while posing as Russians, demonstrating sanctions are being circumvented.
  • Jonathan notes that European and allied components are also likely involved, driven by companies seeking profits.
  • He expresses distrust in the US administration's current willingness to enforce sanctions effectively.


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JD Vance's False Claim about Protesters and Child

🎦 49:19-49:39

  • J.D. Vance falsely claimed on Twitter that pro-Ukraine protesters followed and shouted at his three-year-old daughter.
  • Video evidence contradicts Vance's claim, showing no one yelled at his child or followed them.
  • Critics accuse Vance and Musk of using children as shields and demand accountability, calling out Vance as "America's Hitler".


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Zion Video Series on Russian Reach into US Politics and Disassembly of American Power

🎦 50:25-53:22

  • Jonathan references a Zion video series on Russian reach into American political discourse.
  • The video details a list of actions, including stripping out the FBI, CIA, stopping military aid and intelligence sharing, suggesting a systematic dismantling of American power.
  • The video highlights the consequences of USAID being weakened, allowing Iran, China, and Russia to dominate in its absence.
  • It also mentions the cancellation of US operations against Russian cyber activity, despite ongoing Russian cyberattacks.


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Conspiracy Theory Consideration: Russian Compromise of the White House

🎦 53:22-54:27

  • Jonathan admits he is now considering what might sound like conspiracy theories to explain the "nuts stuff" happening in the US.
  • He entertains the possibility of Russian compromise within the White House due to the consistent pattern of decisions that hobble American power and security, benefiting Russian interests.
  • He believes there is too much evidence pointing towards deliberate actions to dismantle American power rather than mere incompetence or policy differences.


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Historical Context of Russian Efforts to Undermine US and NATO

🎦 54:27-56:07

  • Jonathan provides historical context, noting Russia's long-term efforts to destroy NATO since the 1950s and undermine US influence.
  • He points out that current actions align with Russian strategic goals, such as weakening NATO, gutting the US military and intelligence systems, and even impacting US public health (vaccine schedules) and food security.
  • He expresses worry for the first time in 25 years of geopolitical analysis about the United States, suggesting a significant threat to American power and security.


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Compromise of US Governance and Tangible Effects on Americans

🎦 56:07-56:39

  • Jonathan reiterates his worry for the US, stating that Russian compromise seems real and is tangibly affecting American people and governance.
  • He postpones a discussion on China and a comment from Michael Vuchar for tomorrow's video.


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Trump's Incoherent Response to Reporter's Question about Putin's Disrespect

🎦 56:39-58:25

  • Jonathan discusses Trump's inadequate response to reporters who questioned if Putin was disrespecting him by attacking Ukraine during peace talks.
  • Trump deflected the question, asking "Who are you with?" and dismissing the reporter, Michael Brimwell, rather than addressing the core issue of Putin's actions.
  • Jonathan finds Trump's inability to condemn Putin's actions "absolutely incredible".


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Zelensky's Humanity and Warmth Compared to Trump and Putin

🎦 58:25-01:02:42

  • Jonathan contrasts Zelensky's humanity and warmth with Trump and Putin, referencing a Piers Morgan interview clip.
  • Despite facing immense pressure, Zelensky and his wife appear happier than Trump and Melania.
  • The clip shows Zelensky joking about not telling his wife he was running for president until she saw it on TV, highlighting his ability to laugh and connect with people.
  • Zelensky tells Piers Morgan he hasn't laughed so much in five months.
  • Jonathan contrasts this with Trump's lack of genuine laughter and Putin's cold demeanour, emphasizing Zelensky's "decency" and the "impossible situation" Ukraine is in.


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Unfair Victimisation of Zelensky and Need to Celebrate Him

🎦 01:02:42-01:03:03

  • Jonathan expresses frustration at the world "victimising" Zelensky and treating him "vindictively" when he should be celebrated.
  • He criticises individuals who fail to recognise Putin's disrespect towards peace efforts by continuing to bomb Ukraine and are unable to even answer a simple question about it.
  • He concludes the video, promising to speak again soon.


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Wrap up

🎦 01:03:03-01:03:03

  • Jonathan signs off, saying "Take care, guys. Speak soon. Toodlepips."


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