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Grand Betrayal: How Does Fallen Regime in Syria Affects Putin Chances of Survival - The Russian Dude
The events in Syria continue to unfold, revealing even more ridiculous things about Putin and his complete absence of loyalty. There was an initial ambition by Russia to support Syria no matter what. Which turned out to become an ultimate betrayal. Throughout 9 years, there were shifting alliances and change of narrative. But eventually, it only lead to the erosion of influence of Putin on global stage. What can be the long term consequences for Putin?
0:00 What's up!
2:43 Initial ambition and betrayal
4:54 Shifting alliances and narrative
7:30 Erosion of Putin's influence
9:42 Long term consequences