Another Meeting - NO Zelensky this time w/Matthew Hoh

<p>The presentation discusses an upcoming meeting between U.S. and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia, with a notable absence of President Zelensky. The conversation features Matt Hoh, a former Marine and State Department official, who provides insights into the geopolitical dynamics at play.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key points include:</p><p><br /></p><p>Trump's Perspective on Ukraine-Russia Negotiations: President Trump suggests that negotiating with Russia may be easier than dealing with Ukraine, as Russia holds the upper hand militarily and strategically.</p><p>Ukraine’s Reluctance to Negotiate: Hoh argues that the Ukrainian government has much to lose from a peace deal, as it risks losing its political power and financial support from the U.S. and Western allies. He compares this situation to the Afghan government’s reliance on U.S. aid.</p><p>Financial and Industrial Interests: The discussion highlights the role of major financial institutions like BlackRock and the military-industrial complex, which have vested interests in prolonging the war to maintain lucrative contracts.</p><p>Zelensky’s Missed Opportunity: The conversation criticizes Zelensky for not embracing a strategic minerals deal with the U.S., which could have solidified U.S. investment and support in Ukraine.</p><p>Withholding U.S. Military Aid: The U.S. administration, under Trump, has paused military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, a move described as a strategic warning to push Ukraine toward negotiations.</p><p>Overall, the presentation portrays the Ukraine conflict as influenced not just by military factors but also by financial and political interests, with Trump’s administration seeking to push for a settlement while navigating complex geopolitical stakes.</p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>