Putin Looked Humiliated: Browder on Putin, Prigozhin

The video discusses President Putin's reluctance to leave Russia, possibly due to the assassination of Yevgeny Progosian, a threat to his power. It examines the limited impact of China-Russia relations, particularly in the context of the Ukraine conflict. The future of the Wagner Group is uncertain, with no clear successor to Progosian. Putin's power consolidation is highlighted, following Progosian's rebellion. The video concludes with an analysis of the Russian economy, emphasizing the effectiveness of Western sanctions.

Why might President Putin be more willing to leave Russia now?

• He has strengthened his alliances with Western countries.

• He feels more secure after dealing with a major internal threat.

• He is no longer wanted by the ICC.

• He has received assurances from the G20 countries.

What has been the main outcome of the 'friendship without limitations' between Russia and China?

• China has provided significant military support to Russia.

• China has remained largely uninvolved in the Ukraine conflict.

• China has increased its diplomatic presence in Russia.

• China has imposed sanctions on Western countries.

What is a likely consequence of the lack of successors in the Wagner group?

• The group will likely disintegrate.

• The group will take over the Russian military.

• The group will become more powerful.

• The group will form a new political party.

How has the Russian economy been affected by international sanctions?

• The economy has thrived despite the sanctions.

• The sanctions have only affected the military sector.

• The sanctions have had no noticeable impact.

• The economy is suffering significantly.

What has been the impact of the sanctions on Russian banks?

• They have gained more access to international markets.

• They have lost access to capital markets.

• They have increased their reserves.

• They have started new partnerships with Western banks.

What is one of the anecdotal signs of economic problems in Russia?

• Decrease in car sales by 75%

• Increase in car sales by 75%

• Increase in foreign investments

• Stable car sales

What is a potential strategy to end the war according to the transcript?

• Increasing military presence in Russia

• Providing more weapons to Russia

• Starving Putin's state of financial resources

• Negotiating a peace treaty with China