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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

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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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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DM

Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

If peace is rushed, the most likely outcome is that the person who can be pressured most easily will be the one who is pressured, potentially rewarding the aggressor.

DM

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.

DM

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

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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James Holland

05/24/25

@ Lex Fridman

The decision to appease or confront aggressors like Hitler is a complex issue, with historical lessons on when diplomacy fails and military action becomes necessary.

DM

Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

Achieving peace is complicated, and it feels like this conflict might extend into the next winter, with ceasefires being broken and more people dying.

LF

Lex Fridman Cast

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

If we make everyone out to be monsters, we lose the ability to negotiate and find diplomatic solutions, which is crucial for resolving conflicts.

DM

Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

The pressure to ask the 'dumb question' that the world leader is ready for can lead to revealing nothing about them.

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Dave Smith

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

In conflicts like Ukraine and Taiwan, the U.S. must recognize its limitations and avoid aggressive posturing that could lead to war.