7 chapters across the catalog
Detailed Breakdown of the Nuland-Pyatt "Yats" Strategy
The full transcript of the Nuland-Pyatt call reveals the strategic planning to install Arseniy Yatsenyuk ("Yats") as the leader of Ukraine while keeping Vitali Klitschko on the outside. The conversation also mentions involving the UN and Ban Ki-moon to "glue" the transition together, bypassing European Union preferences.
Victoria Nuland and the 2014 Ukrainian Government Selection
A leaked 2014 phone conversation between U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland and Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt revealed the U.S. role in selecting Ukraine's post-revolution leadership. Nuland expressed a preference for Arseniy Yatsenyuk ("Yats") over Vitali Klitschko ("Klitch"), suggesting Klitschko should remain on the "outside." This historical context is used to frame current Ukrainian political figures as products of American diplomatic engineering.
Ukraine Government Reshuffle, Arseniy Yatsenyuk Resignation, US Loans
Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk has resigned, a move linked to a $1 billion U.S. loan guarantee. State Department spokesperson Mark Toner avoided confirming if the loan was contingent on the formation of a new government. Yatsenyuk, previously identified by Victoria Nuland as the preferred U.S. candidate, is expected to be replaced by a more compliant administration.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk survived a vote of no confidence despite calls for his resignation from President Petro Poroshenko. The political instability in Kiev is fueled by accusations of systemic corruption and a failing economy. The hosts discuss Ukraine's geopolitical goals of joining the European Union and NATO.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk acknowledges that the $25 billion IMF EFF program is insufficient to cover the country's financial gap. He notes that the majority of the loan funds are being directed immediately to creditors, including Russia. The hosts discuss the lack of media coverage regarding protests against President Petro Poroshenko and the involvement of Victoria Nuland.
Arseniy Yatsenyuk Resignation, Ukraine Parliamentary Crisis
Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk resigned following a parliamentary collapse and the failure of laws regarding military funding and energy independence. The resignation leaves the payment of teacher salaries and gas storage projects in limbo ahead of autumn elections. Physical altercations occurred within the Rada as deputies debated military mobilization and relations with Russia.
Arseniy Yatsenyuk UN Security Council Emergency Session Speech
Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk delivers a dramatic speech calling for an emergency UN Security Council meeting following the MH17 crash. He characterizes the event as a "war against the world" and labels the perpetrators "Russian-led terrorists." The hosts critique the theatrical nature of his delivery and the immediate push for international intervention.
