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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

Diplomatic meetings are often scheduled well, but they don't lead to action; soldiers are the ones who get things done in the reality of war.

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Douglas Murray: Putin, Zelenskyy, Trump, Israel, Netanyahu, Hamas & Gaza | Lex Fridman Podcast #463

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Douglas Murray: Putin, Zelenskyy, Trump, Israel, Netanyahu, Hamas & Gaza | Lex Fridman Podcast #463

03/31/25

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

Successful wartime leaders often struggle to transition from military success to peace negotiations, as the psychological toll of war complicates the ability to compromise.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

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Rushing for peace can lead to putting pressure on those who can be pressured, often neglecting those who cannot, which is a worrying aspect of diplomacy.

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The recent conflict with the Houthis in Yemen shows that sometimes a diplomatic solution is more effective than military action, as evidenced by the ceasefire that led to a reduction in attacks.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

In negotiations, the temptation to push for victory can prevent peace talks, as seen in Ukraine's missed opportunities for ceasefires during moments of military strength in 2022.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

In the end, it's just you sitting down talking to a world leader; everyone can give advice, but only a few have actually done it.

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Elad Gil

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Meetings often lack effectiveness, especially when teams haven't received adequate support or guidance.

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The military does a great job of training individuals for their roles, but it fails to prepare them for transitioning into civilian jobs, often outsourcing this process to the Department of Labor.

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03/31/25

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The reality of war is starkly different from the media portrayal; those living under occupation have a unique perspective that is often overlooked.

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08/19/22

@ Lex Fridman

War is fundamentally about human beings and their relationships, not just political or economic factors.