Frances Hollande Floats Rollback of Russian Sanctions

The transcript covers a meeting of EU leaders in Brussels, focusing on Francois Hollande's proposal for a crisis exit strategy. Hans Nichols provides analysis, highlighting differences between Hollande and Merkel's approaches to sanctions on Russia. The discussion includes the unexpected timing of debates on sanctions and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Hollande's efforts to offer Putin an off-ramp are explored, despite continued fighting in Ukraine. The transcript concludes with reflections on the situation.

What is the significance of the quote from Sartre mentioned in the discussion?

How does the position of Francois Hollande differ from that of Angela Merkel regarding sanctions?

What are the twelve points of the Minsk agreement referred to in the conversation?

What does the discussion imply about the current situation in Ukraine and the potential for lifting sanctions?

Why is there skepticism about Hollande's approach to the conflict with Russia?