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The Trump/Putin FACEOFF: Who’s Winning, Who’s Losing?

2025-08-18 News & Politics
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Geopolitical Chess: Analyzing Trump-Putin Summit Fallout and Urgent Diplomatic Deadlocks

Review the conflicting diplomatic goals following the Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska and determine the viability of peace as Zelenskyy meets Western leaders in Washington D.C. to negotiate Ukraine’s uncertain survival.

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  • Assess two potential end-game scenarios for the Ukraine conflict based on territorial concessions versus military subordination.
  • Note the friction between President Trump’s implied negotiation stance and President Zelenskyy’s insistence on sovereignty and a ceasefire.
  • Analyze the political hypocrisy surrounding U.S. engagement with Russia, contrasting current critiques with past Democratic administration actions.
  • Hear firsthand testimony detailing the deliberate starvation and psychological torture inflicted upon hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza.

This segment breaks down the delicate balancing act required to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting why a deal is “very sticky.” The speaker contrasts President Trump’s tactical desire for immediate talks with Vladimir Putin against President Zelenskyy’s reliance on established security structures and territorial integrity. Furthermore, the segment shifts focus to the crisis in Gaza, foregrounding the urgent humanitarian needs of hostages.

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President Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska…and the results are unclear; Democrats continue to complain about Trump’s cleanup of Washington DC; and James Comey had some weird words about Taylor Swift. Ep.2261 - - - 1️⃣ Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/3WDjgHE 2️⃣ Join millions of people who still believe in truth, courage, and common sense at https://DailyWirePlus.com 3️⃣ My new book, “Lions and Scavengers,” drops September 2nd—pre-order today at https://dailywire.com/benshapiro 👕 Get your Ben Shapiro merch here: https://bit.ly/3TAu2cw Today's Sponsors: Perplexity: Ask anything at https://pplx.ai/benshapiro and try out their new AI-powered web browser Comet at https://comet.perplexity.ai/ Birch Gold - Text BEN to 989898 for your free information kit. Grand Canyon University - Find your purpose at Grand Canyon University. Visit https://gcu.edu today. ZipRecruiter - Go to this exclusive web address to try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE: https://ZipRecruiter.com/DAILYWIRE Boll & Branch - Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at https://BollAndBranch.com/ben Chef iQ - Visit https://ChefIQ.com promo code BEN for 15% off sitewide. 00:00 - Intro 1:26 - Zelenskyy’s Visit To DC 2:40 - What's The Goal? 9:33 - How Does This End? 12:37 - Trump-Putin Meeting In Alaska 13:36 - Trump Yanks Putin’s Hand In Handshake 14:04 - B-2 Stealth Bomber Flyover During Putin’s Arrival 14:38 - Putin Pays Respects At ALSIB Memorial 16:10 - Trump-Putin Presser 19:05 - Melania’s Letter To Putin 20:20 - Joint Statement of the Leaders of the Nordic Baltic Eight 21:49 - Zelenskyy Responds 23:06 - Zelenskyy: It’s Impossible To Give Up Territory 26:17 - Trump’s Truths 28:12 - FLASHBACK 2009: Hillary Clinton’s Reset Button 29:19 - FLASHBACK 2012: Obama-Romney Debate 30:17 - FLASHBACK 2012: Obama’s “More Flexibility” Open Mic 31:45 - Rubio: Putin Is Already On The World Stage 33:31 - Rubio: We Saw Movement 34:17 - Rubio: These Discussions Work Best In Private 36:57 - Witkoff: Could Offer Article V-Like Protection 38:56 - Rubio: The Minute Trump Sanctions Russia Further, All Talks Stop 41:06 - Murphy: Trump Is Afraid To Offend His Great Friend Putin 42:10 - Swalwell: He Acts Like A Russian Asset 43:20 - Sullivan: There Is No Ceasefire, No Consequences 44:25 - DC Crime 47:04 - Newsom Reacts 48:41 - Joy Reid: Trump Is Embodiment of All of America’s Sins 49:32 - Joy Reid: White People Didn't Invent Anything 50:56 - Are Dems Moving On From Trump? 51:33 - Hillary: If Trump Ends War “I’d Nominate Him For Nobel Peace Prize” 53:07 - Israel 54:11 - Ilay David Interview 1:02:26 - Outro This video includes information, descriptions, video, and images meant to give important context to viewers. By including this context, the overlaid commentary, criticism, and analysis is able to serve the public's interest in the discussed subject matter. Pairing the appropriate context with the included commentary allows the video to: (i) educate viewers; and (ii) document newsworthy events or other matters of public interest. To the greatest extent possible, the included commentary is intended to: (a) accurately identify the involved parties; (b) describe the subject matter in detail; (c) clearly articulate condemnation and criticism of the subject behavior while including an opposing view; and (d) to discourage viewers from engaging in the subject behavior. #BenShapiro #TheBenShapiroShow #News #Politics #DailyWire

Top Comments (10)

@deborahfreedman333 2025-08-18

When have we seen Joy Reid without a wig or a hat? And she's making fun of Trump's hair? Unreal.

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@jennyd1111 2025-08-18

Having instant access via Internet has ruined these people's concept of time. They act like wars can be ended in 2 days and negotiations can be completed in 2 hours.....huge matters take time.

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@Schlebagel 2025-08-19

Everyone should read War and Peace to get an idea of what Ben means when he says "Russians don't care about casualties"

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@wildfire9887 2025-08-18

Ilay David, I can only imagine the pain you and your family is going through right now. I pray God is with you and your family. Bravo for keeping such a positive outlook in such a distressing time.

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@Tracy-r5k 2025-08-18

Excellent observations and analysis. Very helpful I like your communication style as well. Thanks.

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@sdaniels101 2025-08-18

Ilay we are with you! Stay strong, we are praying for your brother's speedy return!

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@skrimshaw72 2025-08-19

16:50 Your research team really should have someone that speaks Russian translate that, not just rely on the official version. Strictly speaking the official translation is accurate, however it does have different implications in Russian. Putin basically said America should not see itself as superior. To me it sounded like a subtle threat against America.

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@Darien04 2025-08-19

That hot mic thing is wild

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@jeremyponcy7311 2025-08-18

A European Military Build Up is the only thing that will successfully stop Putin's aggression. You can't appease Tyrants like Putin, Force is the only thing Tyrants understand. Less Chamberlain, More Churchill.

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@lybnychavez6953 2025-08-20

Prayers for all the hostage what a horrific situation

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