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A discussion regarding a leaked phone conversation purportedly between former Ukrainian President Yulia Tymoshenko and Nestor Sufric surfaces, involving aggressive rhetoric toward the Donbass region. The dialogue highlights the proficiency of Russian intelligence in intercepting high-quality audio communications. Concerns are raised regarding the continued financial support provided by the United States to Ukrainian leadership amidst these internal tensions.
George Clooney, Amal Alamuddin and Ukraine Political Connections
George Clooney recently resigned from his post as a United Nations peace messenger, coinciding with his engagement to human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin. Alamuddin is notably the legal representative for Yulia Tymoshenko, the former Prime Minister of Ukraine known as the "Gas Princess." This connection suggests Clooney's humanitarian efforts and personal life are being leveraged as part of a broader geopolitical strategy involving the Ukrainian political scene.
YouTube has emerged as a primary destination for leaked diplomatic communications, including previous recordings of Victoria Nuland and EU High Representative Catherine Ashton. The hosts note the irony of the platform being used for high-level statecraft leaks while strictly enforcing copyright for music. They observe that despite surveillance awareness, government officials continue to discuss sensitive matters over recorded phone lines.
The Ukrainian Internet Party has officially nominated Darth Vader as a candidate for the presidency of Ukraine. The hosts discuss the absurdity of the election, which includes "Princess Leia" Yulia Tymoshenko and radical groups like the Right Sector. The episode concludes with John Dvorak mentioning his upcoming appearance on TWiT and a final sign-off from the hosts.
Vitali Klitschko and George Clooney Support Ukrainian Protesters
The hosts discuss the role of the UDAR party led by boxer Vitali Klitschko in demanding early presidential elections in Ukraine. They play a clip of actor George Clooney expressing support for the protesters and imprisoned politician Yulia Tymoshenko. Curry suggests that Clooney's involvement is part of a broader propaganda effort to frame the conflict for Western audiences.
Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko is serving a seven-year prison sentence and has begun a hunger strike following allegations of physical abuse by prison authorities. Tymoshenko was convicted of abuse of power related to a 2009 gas deal signed with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Protesters in Kiev have marched in support of Tymoshenko as she faces new charges of tax evasion.
