Putin's SPIEF speech showcases stamina and strategy, say Western analysts
Sputnik has asked three Western ‘wise men’ who watched Vladimir Putin’s speech at the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on Friday what they have to say about the style and substance of the Russian president’s remarks.
💬 “Avoid the substance of what he said. Let's focus on the subliminal message. Number one, Putin was able to speak for over three hours,” former CIA analyst-turned independent political and security affairs observer Larry Johnson said. “Compare and contrast that with Joe Biden. Biden's lucky if he can speak 10 minutes without running out of breath and falling asleep, number one, or nodding off or asking somebody for ice cream.”
💬 “Putin gave an excellent summary of Russia's victory in Ukraine, that is inevitable, the development of Russia's lands and economy and the attraction of skilled workers, and the ultimate defeat of the West, which I think can be best characterized as that classic scene from Ben Hur when Charlton Heston is racing in a chariot against his Roman competitor, and the Roman competitor's chariot falls apart and crumbles as he gets trampled under the horse hooves,” said Scott Bennet, an ex-US State Department counterterrorism analyst-turned independent political commentator.
💬 “The ending was fantastic. The ending was Russia is going to be the capital of the multipolar harmonic world,” said Pepe Escobar, roving correspondent, geopolitical analyst and Sputnik contributor.
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Sputnik has asked three Western ‘wise men’ who watched Vladimir Putin’s speech at the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on Friday what they have to say about the style and substance of the Russian president’s remarks.
“He introduced a very Chinese concept of harmony in the whole thing, which is totally anti-war, anti-warmongering and anti what the collective West has been doing. And considering that the collective West threw everything that they had against Russia and Russia now is the fourth largest economy in the world by purchasing power parity, proves that he's on to something,” Escobar suggested.
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"In the Kherson region, 19 people were killed, and five more were injured in the shelling by the Ukrainian Armed Forces of the village of Sadovoe", the regional governor said.
A store was destroyed, while there were many customers and staff.
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A store was destroyed, while there were many customers and staff.
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Jackson Hinkle: Biden administration pushing planet toward abyss for petty political reasons
💬 “I think we are extremely close to the abyss,” independent American political commentator Jackson Hinkle told Sputnik’s Dimitri Simes on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) on Friday, commenting on the Biden administration’s recent decision to formally greenlight Ukraine’s use of its NATO-provided long-range weapons to strike deep inside Russia.
💬 “America seems to be the only country that’s allowed to either bomb civilian populations, bomb leaders or even bomb chief generals, like what Trump did to Qasem Soleimani in Iran, to commit these acts of war without actually officially being in a war. It’s a very incredible feat for the United States to be able to do this,” the commentator added.
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“Given that there’s this uptick” in Russia’s military operation in Ukraine, “the West is beginning to freak out again. The elections are coming soon. Joe Biden needs a victory at some point or another. Unfortunately, he can’t find that in Gaza, he can’t find that in Ukraine, and when you look at it, what is their only option? Their only options are to find some sort of a political off-road, which they don’t want to take because that’s going to hurt Biden before the elections, or to drastically escalate the operation for Ukraine. It’s very frightening, but it seems like that’s what they’re doing,” Hinkle said.
“They’ve got these French trainees in Ukraine, these are legitimate targets for Russia, of course. You’re talking about preparation of a NATO contingency for a rapid response of 300,000 NATO soldiers. Things could get out of hand very quickly and it seems like the US is preparing to actually take those measures. I’ve never been more fearful of the odds of what is about to happen than right now, and maybe I’m wrong to think that but it seems like that’s where we’re headed,” Hinkle said.
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Russian President's speech at SPIEF plenary session:
🔺 Key statements
🔺 About the US economy
🔺 About nuclear weapons
🔺The more the West tightens its grip, the more countries will slip through its fingers
🔺West losing war on four fronts after picking a fight with Russia
🔺Russia’s turn eastward offers BRICS big opportunities as West loses goose that laid the golden eggs
Other news of the day:
🔺EXCLUSIVE: UN's Srebrenica resolution ‘superficial’, imposed by international community - Milorad Dodik
🔺EXCLUSIVE: ‘We're looking at World War III’ if Biden is reelected - Tara Reade
🔺Caribbean Flotilla: What to know about Russian naval detachment’s Cuba visit
🔺Ukraine struck two apartment buildings with ATACMS in Lugansk
🔺‘It’s tragic that the US policy wanted to treat Russia as an enemy’ - Ex-CIA intelligence officer
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🔺 Key statements
🔺 About the US economy
🔺 About nuclear weapons
🔺The more the West tightens its grip, the more countries will slip through its fingers
🔺West losing war on four fronts after picking a fight with Russia
🔺Russia’s turn eastward offers BRICS big opportunities as West loses goose that laid the golden eggs
Other news of the day:
🔺EXCLUSIVE: UN's Srebrenica resolution ‘superficial’, imposed by international community - Milorad Dodik
🔺EXCLUSIVE: ‘We're looking at World War III’ if Biden is reelected - Tara Reade
🔺Caribbean Flotilla: What to know about Russian naval detachment’s Cuba visit
🔺Ukraine struck two apartment buildings with ATACMS in Lugansk
🔺‘It’s tragic that the US policy wanted to treat Russia as an enemy’ - Ex-CIA intelligence officer
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❗️ The United states is open to talks with Russia on the New Start Treaty, a Biden aide told Sputnik
The US would welcome a follow-up from Russia on its proposal to hold a meeting to discuss the New START Treaty, National Security Council Senior Director for Arms Control, Disarmament and Nonproliferation Pranay Vaddi told Sputnik.
Vaddi said that in September of last year, Washington provided a non-paper to Russia proposing a meeting to discuss the New START treaty and managing nuclear risks, as well as any additional issues in that domain.
In his 2024 address to the Federal Assembly, Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated Russia's readiness for dialogue with the US on strategic stability. He noted the paradox where Western nations simultaneously call for Russia's strategic defeat while proposing negotiations on strategic stability, which he deemed impossible under current conditions.
The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) entered into force in 2011. Amid NATO's proxy war in Ukraine, Moscow suspended its participation in the accord in February 2023. At the time, Putin said that the US demanded that Russia unconditionally fulfill its obligations under the treaty while being arbitrary about its own obligations. In June, the US announced its "countermeasures" in response to Russia’s suspension of the treaty. Russia stated that it would continue to comply with quantitative restrictions and notifications, adding that it was open to dialogue on the issue.
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The US would welcome a follow-up from Russia on its proposal to hold a meeting to discuss the New START Treaty, National Security Council Senior Director for Arms Control, Disarmament and Nonproliferation Pranay Vaddi told Sputnik.
Vaddi said that in September of last year, Washington provided a non-paper to Russia proposing a meeting to discuss the New START treaty and managing nuclear risks, as well as any additional issues in that domain.
"The Russian Federation refused to talk to us. We're still open to that discussion, but we would welcome a follow-up from the Russian Federation if they would be willing to talk about this now," Vaddi said.
In his 2024 address to the Federal Assembly, Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated Russia's readiness for dialogue with the US on strategic stability. He noted the paradox where Western nations simultaneously call for Russia's strategic defeat while proposing negotiations on strategic stability, which he deemed impossible under current conditions.
The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) entered into force in 2011. Amid NATO's proxy war in Ukraine, Moscow suspended its participation in the accord in February 2023. At the time, Putin said that the US demanded that Russia unconditionally fulfill its obligations under the treaty while being arbitrary about its own obligations. In June, the US announced its "countermeasures" in response to Russia’s suspension of the treaty. Russia stated that it would continue to comply with quantitative restrictions and notifications, adding that it was open to dialogue on the issue.
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❗️ Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked by a man in central Copenhagen on Friday, Reuters reported.
According to the report, it was unclear whether Frederiksen was injured by the attacker.
The man was arrested following the incident, the newspaper said.
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According to the report, it was unclear whether Frederiksen was injured by the attacker.
The man was arrested following the incident, the newspaper said.
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❗️ The United states is open to talks with Russia on the New Start Treaty, a Biden aide told Sputnik The US would welcome a follow-up from Russia on its proposal to hold a meeting to discuss the New START Treaty, National Security Council Senior Director…
Key points from Sputnik's interview with National Security Council Senior Director for Arms Control, Disarmament and Nonproliferation Pranay Vaddi about the United States' position on resuming dialogue with Russia on arms control:
🔹 The White House took seriously Russian President Vladimir Putin's words at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) about the inadmissibility of the use of nuclear weapons in the world.
🔹 The US remains open to talks with Russia and would welcome a response to the 2023 offer to meet.
🔹 Washington uses all diplomatic opportunities to call for the resumption of discussions.
🔹 The US is willing to consider the option of a meeting between the leaders of the two countries, but they consider the level of government officials to be appropriate.
🔹 Washington does not rule out the resumption of dialogue before the end of the conflict in Ukraine, but they need a concrete proposal.
In his 2024 address to the Federal Assembly, Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated Russia's readiness for dialogue with the US on strategic stability. He noted the paradox where Western nations simultaneously call for Russia's strategic defeat while proposing negotiations on strategic stability, which he deemed impossible under current conditions.
The Russian Foreign Ministry reaffirmed that Moscow’s stance remains unchanged: discussions on security and stability must be comprehensive and centered on issues that directly affect Russian interests. The ministry criticized the US for wanting to conduct dialogue only on its own terms and on issues of its own concern.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov insisted that any dialogue on strategic stability must be genuine, contrasting with the approach historically taken by the US. He argued that restoring trust is unrealistic as long as Russia is openly declared a hostile state and a threat that needs to be eliminated.
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In his 2024 address to the Federal Assembly, Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated Russia's readiness for dialogue with the US on strategic stability. He noted the paradox where Western nations simultaneously call for Russia's strategic defeat while proposing negotiations on strategic stability, which he deemed impossible under current conditions.
The Russian Foreign Ministry reaffirmed that Moscow’s stance remains unchanged: discussions on security and stability must be comprehensive and centered on issues that directly affect Russian interests. The ministry criticized the US for wanting to conduct dialogue only on its own terms and on issues of its own concern.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov insisted that any dialogue on strategic stability must be genuine, contrasting with the approach historically taken by the US. He argued that restoring trust is unrealistic as long as Russia is openly declared a hostile state and a threat that needs to be eliminated.
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NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg is abandoning plans for a €100 billion fund for Ukraine due to disagreements within the alliance, Bloomberg reported.
On April 30, Stoltenberg sent an official proposal to NATO members to collect €100 billion over five years for military aid to Ukraine in a special fund. Earlier that month Bloomberg reported the funds could be transferred to Kiev as part of agreements that member state leaders plan to sign at the bloc's Washington summit from July 9-11.
Russia has repeatedly warned NATO countries that arms supplies to Ukraine would be considered legitimate targets. Moscow has accused NATO countries of "playing with fire" by arming Ukraine, emphasizing that such actions hinder the possibility of Russia-Ukraine negotiations.
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On April 30, Stoltenberg sent an official proposal to NATO members to collect €100 billion over five years for military aid to Ukraine in a special fund. Earlier that month Bloomberg reported the funds could be transferred to Kiev as part of agreements that member state leaders plan to sign at the bloc's Washington summit from July 9-11.
Russia has repeatedly warned NATO countries that arms supplies to Ukraine would be considered legitimate targets. Moscow has accused NATO countries of "playing with fire" by arming Ukraine, emphasizing that such actions hinder the possibility of Russia-Ukraine negotiations.
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Zionists have hold on US executive branch – ex-CIA analyst “There is a hold on the US executive branch led by self-proclaimed Zionists,” said former CIA analyst Ray McGovern. The 27-year veteran of the US intelligence agency made the startling claim on Sputnik’s…
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Republican lawmakers have personal “AIPAC babysitters” to ensure they vote in the interests of Israel at all times, House Representative Thomas Massie revealed during an interview with Tucker Carlson.
“I've had four members of Congress say, I'll talk to my AIPAC person. And it's clearly what we call them, 'my AIPAC guy.' I'll talk to my AIPAC guy and see if I can get him to dial those ads back,” the congressman said, revealing the inner workings of US Congress.
Massie added that congressmen also have an opportunity to take a vacation in Israel sponsored by AIPAC.
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is a lobbying group that advocates pro-Israel policies to the legislative and executive branches of the United States government.
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“It's like your babysitter, your AIPAC babysitter, who is always talking to you for AIPAC. They're probably a constituent in your district, but they are firmly embedded in AIPAC,” Massie clarified.
“I've had four members of Congress say, I'll talk to my AIPAC person. And it's clearly what we call them, 'my AIPAC guy.' I'll talk to my AIPAC guy and see if I can get him to dial those ads back,” the congressman said, revealing the inner workings of US Congress.
Massie added that congressmen also have an opportunity to take a vacation in Israel sponsored by AIPAC.
“They pay for trips for congressmen and their spouses to go to Israel,” he explained.
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is a lobbying group that advocates pro-Israel policies to the legislative and executive branches of the United States government.
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Scott Ritter: President Vladimir Putin “continues to hold the door open for a resolution” of conflicts between NATO and Russia but champions BRICS multipolarity
The leader closed out the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) with a presentation where he stressed the country’s preparations for the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan this fall. The bloc doubled in size at last year’s summit, noted former US Marine Corps intelligence officer Scott Ritter, and appears set to continue to expand as it challenges and surpasses the Western-oriented G7 group.
Ritter noted that Putin “put the Istanbul solution back on the table” for a resolution of the conflict with Ukraine, but it would be modified “based upon the new reality.” Volodymyr Zelensky must step down, Putin said, insisting that Zelensky is a usurper after ruling beyond his elected mandate. The Russian president also sought to calm speculation about nuclear war and conflict with the United States, arguing that conditions have not been met for Russia to consider the use of its nuclear weapons.
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The leader closed out the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) with a presentation where he stressed the country’s preparations for the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan this fall. The bloc doubled in size at last year’s summit, noted former US Marine Corps intelligence officer Scott Ritter, and appears set to continue to expand as it challenges and surpasses the Western-oriented G7 group.
“The theme that Vladimir Putin painted was one that showed Russia to be in a sound place economically, a growing economy, a diversifying economy, an economy that was adapting to the new reality of a multilateral, multipolar world, an economy that is very much linked to the future expansion and success of BRICS,” said Ritter of Putin’s closing comments at the 2024 SPIEF, which hosted representatives from 130 countries and saw the signing of more than 900 agreements.
“He is speaking openly about a currency that will replace the dollar-dominated global economy, not sometime in the theoretical future, but now, something that can emerge out of the BRICS summit,” he continued. “He de-emphasized the conflict in Ukraine. Vladimir Putin made it clear that Russia will win this conflict. He also made it clear that there are options on how this conflict can come to an end.”
Ritter noted that Putin “put the Istanbul solution back on the table” for a resolution of the conflict with Ukraine, but it would be modified “based upon the new reality.” Volodymyr Zelensky must step down, Putin said, insisting that Zelensky is a usurper after ruling beyond his elected mandate. The Russian president also sought to calm speculation about nuclear war and conflict with the United States, arguing that conditions have not been met for Russia to consider the use of its nuclear weapons.
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“We just spend money and we're grinding up Russia's capacity to wage war,” Thomas Massie (R-KY) cited the warmongering elite, demonstrating why the Biden Administration can’t stop spending money on Ukraine.
House Representative Thomas Massie outlined the mentality of US policymakers who advocate for continuing to supply weapons to Ukraine.
“It would be good for Russia to be diminished” – Massie cited officials who apparently believe that the Ukraine crisis has nothing to do with "democracy", "freedom", or even Ukraine itself, for that matter, but seek the strategic defeat of Russia.
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House Representative Thomas Massie outlined the mentality of US policymakers who advocate for continuing to supply weapons to Ukraine.
“It would be good for Russia to be diminished” – Massie cited officials who apparently believe that the Ukraine crisis has nothing to do with "democracy", "freedom", or even Ukraine itself, for that matter, but seek the strategic defeat of Russia.
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Corrupt dealings: Spanish drug gangs armed with black market weapons from Ukraine
Police in Spain are demanding “urgent measures” as increasing numbers of Western-made weapons supplied to Ukraine are ending up in the hands of violent drug gangs, El Independiente news outlet reported.
The Spanish government’s 2023 Annual National Security Report identified armed conflicts as contributing to “the greater availability of weapons” in the country given their “diversion into the illegal firearms trade.” The problem has been recognized for some time, with Europol reporting that weapons were being trafficked out of Ukraine and into the hands of criminal gangs just two months into the conflict with Russia.
Europol criticized Ukrainian authorities for providing firearms to civilians “without any records” in early 2022, pointing to the potential for the weapons to find their way onto the black market. But corrupt Ukrainian officials may be engaging in arms trafficking, as well.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated last year that "Ukraine is selling everything that can be sold," commenting on Kiev regime's black market weapons sales.
In January, Ukraine’s security service (SBU) reported the discovery of a massive corruption scheme involving “high-ranking officials” from the country’s Ministry of Defence pocketing $40 million from funds earmarked for the purchase of shells from the supplier Lviv Arsenal. Just four months prior defense minister Oleksii Reznikov was fired after fraud was uncovered in deals to purchase food and clothing for Ukrainian troops.
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Police in Spain are demanding “urgent measures” as increasing numbers of Western-made weapons supplied to Ukraine are ending up in the hands of violent drug gangs, El Independiente news outlet reported.
The proliferation of the military grade arms is creating “a very great risk for citizens in general,” said Pedro Carmona, a spokesman for Spain’s Unified Association of Civil Guards, who called it a “very serious situation.”
The Spanish government’s 2023 Annual National Security Report identified armed conflicts as contributing to “the greater availability of weapons” in the country given their “diversion into the illegal firearms trade.” The problem has been recognized for some time, with Europol reporting that weapons were being trafficked out of Ukraine and into the hands of criminal gangs just two months into the conflict with Russia.
Europol criticized Ukrainian authorities for providing firearms to civilians “without any records” in early 2022, pointing to the potential for the weapons to find their way onto the black market. But corrupt Ukrainian officials may be engaging in arms trafficking, as well.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated last year that "Ukraine is selling everything that can be sold," commenting on Kiev regime's black market weapons sales.
In January, Ukraine’s security service (SBU) reported the discovery of a massive corruption scheme involving “high-ranking officials” from the country’s Ministry of Defence pocketing $40 million from funds earmarked for the purchase of shells from the supplier Lviv Arsenal. Just four months prior defense minister Oleksii Reznikov was fired after fraud was uncovered in deals to purchase food and clothing for Ukrainian troops.
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🇧🇴🇷🇺 Bolivian President Luis Arce discussed with Russian oil giant Rosneft the possibility of supplying liquid hydrocarbons to the Latin American country.
The Russian city of St. Petersburg is hosting the 27th edition of SPIEF June 5-8. Last year, the forum drew 17,000 participants from 130 countries and saw the signing of more than 900 agreements.
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“Today in St. Petersburg we held an important meeting with the management of Rosneft, one of the largest oil producing companies in the world and the leader of the Russian oil industry. We advanced on important projects of common interest regarding diesel fuel and the possibility of supplying liquid hydrocarbons to the Bolivian market from Russia,” Arce wrote on X.
The Russian city of St. Petersburg is hosting the 27th edition of SPIEF June 5-8. Last year, the forum drew 17,000 participants from 130 countries and saw the signing of more than 900 agreements.
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'There should be more outrage': Bibi's upcoming address to Congress - analyst
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhau is scheduled to address a joint session of Congress on July 24. Meanwhile, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas leader Yehiya Sinwar and other officials for war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip.
Jeremy Kuzmarov, the managing editor of Covert Action magazine, sat down with Sputnik’s The Final Countdown suggested that Netanyahu’s visit is to reaffirm US support, but added that the goal of destroying Hamas is unrealistic.
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“What Netanyahu wants is probably to firm up US support. Yes, Biden has started to criticize him a little bit - he called for him to pull back on Rafah, but he also provided billions and billions of military support for him to carry out his war on Gaza,” Jeremy Kuzmarov, the managing editor of Covert Action magazine, sat down with Sputnik’s The Final Countdown.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhau is scheduled to address a joint session of Congress on July 24. Meanwhile, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas leader Yehiya Sinwar and other officials for war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip.
Jeremy Kuzmarov, the managing editor of Covert Action magazine, sat down with Sputnik’s The Final Countdown suggested that Netanyahu’s visit is to reaffirm US support, but added that the goal of destroying Hamas is unrealistic.
“It's sad the major leaders invited to Congress are two of the worst leaders of modern times. Volodymyr Zelensky and Netanyahu are arguably both major war criminals,” he added. “What does it say about the US Congress that they're inviting these leaders? They're doling out billions of dollars to these horrific leaders who plundered countries into war and the abyss. It's really sad. There should be more outrage.”
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Western hypocrisy exposed by support for Gaza ‘Holocaust’ – analyst
A group of European countries spearheaded a vote by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to censure Iran this week, but Dr. Mohammad Marandi of the University of Tehran claims Western nations are increasingly “isolated” and without credibility due to their support for Israel’s deadly military campaign in Gaza. The analyst discussed the issue on Sputnik’s The Critical Hour program.
China, Russia and Iran issued a joint statement before the vote calling for talks to revive the former nuclear deal after European countries joined the US in abandoning its provisions. The statement said it “was time for the Western countries to show their political will, to refrain from the endless cycle of escalation that has been going on for almost the last two years. Passing of the resolution was a mistake that will only lead to confrontation.”
Marandi claimed that tensions over Taiwan, a loss of economic potency, and lockstep support for Israel have contributed to the West’s loss of influence in the world as China and Russia spearhead the creation of alternative global institutions that undermine US attempts to impose political hegemony.
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A group of European countries spearheaded a vote by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to censure Iran this week, but Dr. Mohammad Marandi of the University of Tehran claims Western nations are increasingly “isolated” and without credibility due to their support for Israel’s deadly military campaign in Gaza. The analyst discussed the issue on Sputnik’s The Critical Hour program.
“The whole thing is inconsistent because the E3 countries, they obey the United States,” said Marandi, referring to the European trio of France, Germany, and the UK that have previously joined together to engage in negotiations with Tehran. “When Trump pulled out of the [Iran nuclear] deal, they, too, imposed maximum pressure sanctions on Iran. And when Obama violated the deal, they, too, violated the deal alongside Obama.”
“This organization is dominated by Western countries,” he said of
the IAEA. “Independent countries have a smaller role – they all abstained.” The final vote for the IAEA measure was 20-2, with Russia and China voting against the resolution. Twelve countries abstained from the vote.
China, Russia and Iran issued a joint statement before the vote calling for talks to revive the former nuclear deal after European countries joined the US in abandoning its provisions. The statement said it “was time for the Western countries to show their political will, to refrain from the endless cycle of escalation that has been going on for almost the last two years. Passing of the resolution was a mistake that will only lead to confrontation.”
Marandi claimed that tensions over Taiwan, a loss of economic potency, and lockstep support for Israel have contributed to the West’s loss of influence in the world as China and Russia spearhead the creation of alternative global institutions that undermine US attempts to impose political hegemony.
“We have the genocide, the ongoing Holocaust going on in Gaza, which should be the top news every hour of every day,” said Marandi. “The West is on the losing side for all of these conflicts. And, of course, they are being disgraced because of their support for the Israeli regime.”
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