Putin's New Allies are Betraying Him - Prof. Gerdes (Video)
In this 12 September 2025 published video, host Jason Jay Smart talks with Professor Gerdes who delivers a compelling exposé on the cascading betrayals weakening Russia’s military and its alliances. The Professor explains how the Kremlin’s authoritarian system has created a climate of fear, leading to a shocking wave of arrests among top Russian generals – a profound betrayal from within. The truth behind the so-called “summer offensive” is revealed, detailing how its catastrophic failure and immense casualties have completely debunked the myth of Russian military supremacy.
We also break down the nation’s complex and often misunderstood relationship with China, highlighting how the “no limits” partnership has been betrayed. Professor Gerdes asserts that the alliance is far from equal, demonstrating how Russia has been reduced to a junior partner. He provides a clear-eyed analysis of the failed Power of Siberia 2 pipeline deal, explaining how this economic and geopolitical weakness exposes China’s dominance and the immense challenges facing the Kremlin.
This expert breakdown highlights why Russia’s rigid military doctrine is failing to adapt to a new era of warfare. Insights from Professor Gerdes reveal a government and its army on the brink, isolated by their own systemic failures and the crumbling trust within their most powerful relationships.
CHAPTERS:
00:26 The Shanghai Cooperation Organization
05:47 Is Russia Repeating History?
07:03 Russia’s Strategic Failure
13:20 Putin’s Lack of Information
18:08 The Morale Disparity
22:28 The Shameless Attitude of Russian Sympathizers
28:31 Russia’s ‘Great Patriotic War’ Narrative
29:21 Russian History of Striving to Be European
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