This episode explores a range of global news stories, beginning with President Trump's unusual criticism of Vladimir Putin's bombing of Kyiv and his claims of exerting pressure on Russia, despite his past reluctance to criticize Putin. Against this backdrop of geopolitical tension, reports emerge of dozens of executions in Mali allegedly carried out by soldiers and Russian mercenaries, alongside news of former Brazilian President Bolsonaro's deteriorating health condition following surgery. More significantly, the podcast delves into President Trump's proposed peace plan for Ukraine, highlighting its potential acceptance by Russia but its problematic aspects for Ukraine. For instance, the plan seemingly recognizes the annexation of Crimea and proposes American control of the Zaporizhia nuclear plant. The discussion then shifts to the contrasting approaches of the US and Russia towards the Ukraine conflict under Trump's presidency, illustrated by a gift exchange between Putin and Trump. Finally, the episode covers other international news, including tensions between India and Pakistan, legal proceedings against Jair Bolsonaro, and the accidental disposal of an Andy Warhol print in the Netherlands. What this means for international relations and the complexities of global politics is a central theme throughout.
