Putin and the Presidents: Julia Ioffe (interview)
Synopsis
300,000 men were called up for partial mobilization by Vladimir Putin in a September 2022 speech, citing American interference in peace talks.
Synopsis
Julia Ioffe discusses Vladimir Putin's rhetoric during a National Security meeting on February 24, 2022, where he labeled the invasion of Ukraine a "special military operation" and referred to the West as the "Empire of Lies." She analyzes how Putin's speeches frame the conflict as a struggle against the United States and NATO, rather than a direct confrontation with Ukraine. Ioffe also addresses Putin's September 21, 2022, speech announcing a partial mobilization of 300,000 men, claiming American influence obstructs peace negotiations.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Putin views the US as the real enemy in the Ukraine conflict.
- Find out why Putin believes negotiations with Ukraine were sabotaged.
- Meet the hardliners in Putin's administration pushing for more aggressive actions.
Did You Know
- Putin's speech on September 21, 2022, called for the mobilization of 300,000 men.
- In his speeches, Putin claims that Ukraine is a puppet of the US and NATO.
- Putin has resisted calls for mobilization and referenda from hardliners in his administration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did Putin call the military operation in Ukraine?
Putin referred to the military operation in Ukraine as the 'Empire of Lies' speech.
How many men did Putin call up for partial mobilization on September 21, 2022?
Putin called up 300,000 men with some military experience for partial mobilization.
What does Putin claim about the negotiations with Ukraine?
Putin claims that there was a negotiated settlement with Ukrainian counterparts, but that the Americans told them to reject it.
What are people saying?
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