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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

The blowup between Zelensky and Trump was a disturbing moment, especially given the timing and the pressure Zelensky was under.

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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

Zelensky's exhaustion was evident during the meeting with Trump, and he seemed unprepared for the political dynamics at play.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

The disrespectful question about Zelensky's outfit during a serious meeting highlighted a lack of understanding of the gravity of his situation as a wartime leader.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

America can exert significant pressure on Ukraine and Putin, but it's much easier to pressure Zelensky, complicating the peace process.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

The political landscape in the U.S. has become polarized, with the left supporting Zelensky and the right opposing him simply as a reaction to that support.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

There has to be frustration about why leaders like Putin, Zelensky, and Trump can't just meet in a room together without signing anything.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

Zelensky deserves respect for unifying Ukraine and galvanizing support during the war, but whether he can negotiate peace remains to be seen, especially given the suffering his people have endured.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

Donald Trump would likely want to end the war in Ukraine quickly, as it would benefit his political capital and public image.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

Putin is responsible for the invasion of Ukraine, but the West's actions, particularly regarding NATO expansion, have also contributed to the conflict.

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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.