U.S. Diplomatic Leverage
Niall emphasizes the critical role of U.S. leverage in negotiating peace, noting that without American involvement, discussions with Russia are unlikely to yield results. He argues that while the Russians have suffered significant casualties, they still possess the resources to maintain their military efforts. The conversation challenges the notion of "winning" in warfare, highlighting the complexities of occupation versus invasion and the potential long-term consequences for Russia.In this clip
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