Interview with Boris Johnson about Putin and Russia sanctions

The video discusses Europe's past dependency on Russian energy, highlighting the need to reduce reliance on Russian oil and gas due to price volatility. It also examines Vladimir Putin's belief that Ukraine lacks sovereignty, contrasting it with Ukrainian national pride and the challenges Putin faces in the ongoing conflict.

What was a major consequence of Europe's dependency on Russian hydrocarbons?

• Increased military presence in Eastern Europe

• Vulnerability to fluctuations in gas prices

• Strengthened diplomatic ties with Russia

• Decreased reliance on renewable energy

What is Vladimir Putin's stance on Ukraine's sovereignty?

• He supports Ukraine's independence

• He believes Ukraine should be part of NATO

• He thinks Ukraine has no right to exist as a sovereign state

• He wants Ukraine to join the European Union

How did some Western leaders view diplomacy with Russia regarding Ukraine?

• They ignored diplomatic efforts completely

• They thought it would lead to immediate peace

• They were skeptical of its effectiveness

• They believed it was the only solution

What is a significant challenge for Putin in the Ukraine conflict?

• The Ukrainian sense of national pride

• The support from other European countries

• The lack of military resources

• The economic sanctions from the US

What has President Putin potentially miscalculated in his approach to Ukraine?

• The support from NATO allies

• The military capabilities of Ukraine

• The strength of the Russian economy

• The determination of the Ukrainian people