In this episode of "The Court of Public Opinion," Jeremy Cordeaux speaks with Dr. John Bruni from Sage International about current geopolitical issues, focusing on Russia, Ukraine, and international power dynamics. Here’s a summary of their conversation:

• Russia's Visit to Cuba: Dr. Bruni downplays the significance of Russia's visit to Cuba, stating it lacks the logistical support to pose a real threat, unlike the Cuban Missile Crisis.
• Perception of Russian Power: Discussion on how the mythologized perception of Russian military power from the Soviet era does not hold true today, especially given the struggles in the Ukraine conflict.
• Economic Reality: Mention of Russia's economy being relatively small, similar in size to Spain's, and the impact of international sanctions on its war efforts.
• US Interest in Ukraine: Exploration of the idea that the US interest in Ukraine might be driven by the country’s vast mineral resources.
• $50 Billion Deal for Ukraine: Analysis of the deal involving $50 billion in seized Russian assets being used to benefit Ukraine, seen as a clever Western policy move.
• Legality and Geopolitics: Discussion on the legality of seizing assets in geopolitics, where power often dictates legal outcomes.
• Visit to Poland: Dr. Bruni shares insights from his recent visit to Poland, where he presented at the Strategic ARC Conference and discussed Middle Eastern issues.
• Eastern European Concerns: Reflection on the nervousness in Poland and the Baltics about potential Russian aggression beyond Ukraine.