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TexasTowelie

(122,510 posts)
Fri Aug 22, 2025, 02:51 PM Yesterday

Putin has No Cards - Except Trump Who is Helping to Extend the Slaughter ‪- Silicon Curtain



Welcome to our monthly conversation with Konstantin, who is one of the most respected voices on YouTube about what is happening Inside Russia. Konstantin Samoilov is a well-known YouTuber whose channel ‘Inside Russia’ comments insightfully on Russia’s decent into authoritarianism over the last few years. But now, like many others, he’s outside Russia, with no idea of when he can return there.
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DESCRIPTION:
Putin's Unexpected Alaska Visit: Diplomatic Maneuvers, Economic Struggles, and Propaganda

Konstantin from Inside Russia conducts an in-depth conversation discussing Putin's surprising trip to Alaska. The episode delves into the risks and optics of the visit, the impact on both Russian and American audiences, and the strategic aims behind the meeting. They analyze the broader implications, including the role of Russian propaganda, the domestic economic crises, and the future geopolitical landscape. The dialogue also covers Ukraine's military strategy and the shifting narratives within Russian society. Finally, they explore the systemic economic issues plaguing Russia, hidden behind crafted propaganda, and speculate on the potential internal consequences for Putin's regime.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:19 Discussing the Risks and Challenges
02:12 Putin's Surprising Visit to Alaska
07:28 Russian Propaganda and Public Perception
12:37 Putin's Objectives and Negotiation Tactics
17:02 The Outcome and Reactions
24:12 Russia's Propaganda Victory
24:23 Putin's Strategic Moves
25:56 Nuclear Blackmail and Rumors
29:16 Media Manipulation and Influence
38:44 Economic Troubles in Russia
45:46 Conclusion and Future Predictions
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