Topic: Russia Ukraine

Viktor Bout, a Russian official and former U.S. prisoner, joins the program to discuss the interconnected nature of global crises. Bout argues that the "globalist cabal" uses confusion and armed conflict to advance a "Great Reset" and establish global control. He suggests that the current societal unrest is part of a "Fourth Turning," a period of great awakening and resistance against the New World Order.

Viktor Bout describes the "boosification" of Ukraine, where citizens are forcibly grabbed from the streets to serve as "cannon meat" for the military. He notes that Ukraine's population has plummeted from 54 million in 1991 to an estimated 22 million today, representing a total demographic collapse. Bout claims the Zelensky regime is an illegal entity that prioritizes the interests of its foreign masters over the survival of the Ukrainian people.

U.S. intelligence reports indicate that China may have shipped shoulder-fired missiles to Iran for use against American and Israeli forces. The host argues that the United States set a dangerous precedent by waging a proxy war against Russia in Ukraine. He warns that American infrastructure, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, could become targets for retaliation due to the government's actions overseas.

Viktor Bout speculates that the Russian military is at maximum alert as the conflict threatens to expand. He suggests that if the UK provides nuclear capabilities to Ukraine, Russia will be forced to strike British bases and logistics hubs in Poland and Romania. The host and Bout agree that the Iran conflict has effectively taken peace in Ukraine off the table, as Zelensky seeks to insert himself back into the center of global attention.

The conflict in Iran is compared to "Chinese finger torture," where the more the U.S. pulls, the tighter the situation becomes. Critics argue that air superiority is insufficient for a ground war against a military as large and tough as Iran's. The potential for a "Pyrrhic victory"—winning the contest but dying shortly after—is highlighted as a major risk for the American superpower.

Iran is reportedly preparing symmetrical responses to attacks on its civilian infrastructure, potentially targeting Israeli hospitals and universities. Meanwhile, tensions are rising in the Baltic Sea following Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil ports, which Bout claims were orchestrated by the British. These actions are seen as an attempt to force a NATO-Russia conflict that would further destabilize global energy markets.

The risk of nuclear war is described as imminent, with reports that Britain and France are prepared to transfer nuclear warheads to Ukraine. Victor Bout argues that Russia would likely launch a retaliatory strike against London, which he identifies as the headquarters for globalists trying to "eliminate humanity." The narrative suggests that NATO members are being sacrificed as "stooges" in a high-stakes geopolitical game.

Vladimir Putin is described as maintaining "restrained" and "focused" military command despite NATO-backed attacks deep inside Russian territory. Russia has reportedly warned that it could provide tactical nuclear assistance to Iran if the U.S. continues to escalate. The narrative highlights that Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries are impossible without direct U.S. satellite intelligence and weaponry.

Senator Lindsey Graham's support for a Marine-led seizure of Iranian islands is compared to the Battle of Iwo Jima, which required 110,000 troops to defeat 23,000 entrenched defenders. Experts suggest the current deployment of 7,500 U.S. troops is insufficient for the task and could lead to a bloodbath similar to the war in Ukraine.

A massive explosion at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, occurred simultaneously with Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian energy terminals. These events, combined with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, are viewed by analysts as an orchestrated effort to create global scarcity. The International Energy Agency (IEA) is currently urging governments to implement work-from-home measures and air travel restrictions to mitigate the oil supply shock.

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has effectively spiraled into the current Iran war through shared drone technology and shifting alliances involving Russia and Syria. A historical parallel is drawn to the beginning of the Ukraine war when flooding revealed World War II-era remains, serving as a symbolic warning against repeating past mistakes. Current policy decisions to deploy thousands of additional U.S. troops to the Middle East are criticized as a path toward permanent entanglement and unnecessary sacrifice.

Matt, a senior military strategist, joins the show to analyze the "disastrous" lack of clear political aims in the Iran conflict. He notes that Russia is likely sharing targeting intelligence with Iran in retaliation for U.S. actions in Ukraine. The discussion covers the history of the IRGC and the 2020 assassination of Qasem Soleimani, questioning if the current goal is unnecessary regime change.

A CNN report highlights fears in Iraqi Kurdistan regarding retaliatory strikes from Iran due to US-supported rebel operations. Trump's shifting goals between surgical strikes and regime change have created policy confusion. Economists warn that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz will destroy the math behind Trump's domestic economic recovery plan.

Alex Jones warns of the increasing risk of nuclear war with Russia, criticizing politicians who suggest a "first strike" capability. He explains the "Mutually Assured Destruction" (MAD) doctrine and notes that Russia possesses advanced missile systems that could vaporize U.S. cities in minutes. Jones argues that the globalists are pushing for conflict because their plans for a "Great Reset" are failing and they are desperate to maintain control.

The segment discusses potential triggers for a wider war, contrasting expert opinions and highlighting how actions against Maduro and current events are being observed by China and Russia, particularly regarding security guarantees for Ukraine.

The speaker defends some aspects of Trump's foreign policy, particularly regarding Cuba, Venezuela, and efforts to counter Chinese influence, while expressing concern over potential escalations in Iran and Ukraine, and emphasizing Russia's desire for a stronger relationship with the US.

The segment critiques the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, alleging massive corruption within the Zelensky administration and the "meat grinder" nature of the war. Smith cites reports of Russian forces seizing a dozen villages in February 2026 and argues that the conflict is being sustained solely for the benefit of military contractors and political figures like Hillary Clinton.

Reports suggest that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing to capitulate and surrender territory to Russia in exchange for security guarantees from the Trump administration. This development coincides with the Doomsday Clock being set to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to global catastrophe. Jones argues that the "globalist" attempt to spark World War III is failing as European support for the conflict evaporates.

At a Davos reception, Donald Trump highlighted a 35% increase in the stock market and a 45% drop in energy prices during his first year. He expressed a commitment to resolving the conflict in Ukraine to stop the reported death of 30,000 people per month. Trump also praised his economic team, including Scott Bessent and Howard Lutnick, for their work in the administration.

President Trump has issued a warning to US defense contractors regarding exorbitant executive pay and stock buybacks at the expense of military readiness. He noted that Russia is currently outproducing the US in conventional munitions because they do not prioritize corporate profits in national security sectors. Trump intends to force these companies to reinvest in plants and equipment to ensure American military dominance.