Angela Stent on Turkey, NATO, Putin

The transcript discusses geopolitical dynamics involving Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine. It covers Erdogan's decision to allow certain actions, the potential arrival of F-16s in Turkey, and the implications of Ukraine's NATO membership bid. The conversation also touches on Progosian's situation with the Wagner Group and the controversy surrounding the US sending cluster munitions to Ukraine.

What strategic move by Turkey has caused discontent in Russia?

• Relenting on Sweden's NATO membership

• Sending troops to Syria

• Building a drone factory with Ukraine

• Joining the European Union

What was a key demand made by Erdogan in the negotiations with the US?

• Increased military aid

• A trade agreement with the US

• EU membership prospects

• Withdrawal of US troops from Syria

What is a major concern regarding Ukraine's potential NATO membership?

• It could incentivize Russia to prolong the war

• It might cause internal conflict in Ukraine

• It might lead to economic sanctions

• It would require immediate military intervention

What is the relationship between the Kremlin and the Wagner Group?

• They are in direct conflict

• They have business ties

• They are political rivals

• They are military allies

What was the supposed destination of Yevgeny Prigozhin after the uprising?

• Ukraine

• Turkey

• Belarus

• Kazakhstan

What controversial decision did the US make regarding military aid to Ukraine?

• Sending nuclear weapons

• Providing cluster munitions

• Deploying ground troops

• Establishing a no-fly zone

Why did the US decide to send cluster munitions to Ukraine?

• To provoke Russia

• Due to a shortage of other ammunition

• To test new weaponry

• As part of a peace agreement