Judge Napolitano - AMB. Charles Freeman : Diplomacy Failing.

April 15, 2025.

Judge Napolitano - AMB. Charles Freeman

Ambassador Charles "Chas" Freeman, Jr. is a distinguished American diplomat, author, and analyst renowned for his candid critiques of U.S. foreign policy. He has served in pivotal roles, including U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs. Currently, he is a Visiting Scholar at the Watson Institute at Brown University.​

In recent discussions, Ambassador Freeman has been vocal about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He characterizes it as a "proxy war" and a "forever war," criticizing the U.S. approach for its lack of clear objectives and reliance on military solutions over diplomatic ones. He emphasizes the need for the U.S. to reassess its foreign policy strategies to avoid perpetual conflicts .​

Ambassador Freeman is also a regular guest on Judge Andrew Napolitano's YouTube channel, "Judging Freedom," where he shares his insights on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. In a recent episode titled "Diplomacy Failing," he delves into the challenges facing diplomatic efforts in current global conflicts.

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Russia–Ukraine Conflict & Diplomacy

Peace Talks with the U.S. Remain Elusive

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that reaching a peace agreement with the United States to end the war in Ukraine remains difficult, emphasizing ongoing discussions over critical components. While U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to be remembered as a peacemaker and end the three-year conflict, no deal has yet been finalized. Lavrov underscored the importance of a "mutually beneficial deal," warning against agreements that could entrap Russia. He reiterated Russia's demands, including Ukraine abandoning its NATO ambitions and withdrawing from territories Russia claims. Russia presently controls about 20% of Ukraine, including Crimea and parts of four other regions, though these claims lack broad international recognition. Lavrov credited Trump’s understanding of NATO’s role in sparking the war, while rejecting any possibility of renewed economic dependence on the West. He criticized the broader effects of Western sanctions on global economic integration and reaffirmed Russia’s position that the war represents a response to Western encroachment following NATO’s expansion. The Kremlin cautioned that it remains premature to expect major improvements in U.S.-Russia relations. ​

Reuters

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