US Panics As Ukraine Fronts Crumble, Sanctions Loom; Rubio: Russia Won't Bend; Witkoff To Moscow.(Alexander Mercouris)

0:00 - Introduction and overview of recent tariff announcements by Trump
0:54 - Discussion on tariffs imposed on Canada and Switzerland
2:16 - Analysis of tariffs on Brazil and their exemptions
3:50 - Overview of tariffs on India and implications related to Russia
5:40 - Examination of U.S. expectations for ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia
8:21 - Insight into India’s response to U.S. tariffs and historical context
10:55 - Discussion on India’s military procurement decisions and their impact on U.S.-India relations
12:59 - Analysis of U.S. strategy to prevent India from becoming a great power
15:40 - U.S. tariffs on China and ongoing trade negotiations
18:18 - Trump's commitment to tariff policy and its political implications
22:14 - Overview of the geopolitical context of U.S. tariffs and trade strategies
25:40 - Discussion on the situation in Ukraine and U.S. diplomatic efforts
30:02 - Insights on secret U.S.-Russia negotiations regarding Ukraine
36:02 - Overview of Russia's military strategy and its implications for Ukraine
40:00 - Examination of ongoing battles in Ukraine, specifically around Chasy and Pakovsk
54:00 - Analysis of the deteriorating situation in Ukrainian defense lines
60:11 - Discussion on the potential for U.S.-Russia dialogue in the Middle East
01:26:01 - Conclusion and summary of key points discussed in the video



[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, August 3, 2025.]