Ex-Russian oligarch says one moment in war drove Putin ‘insane’

Exiled Russian oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky discusses President Vladimir Putin's mindset and what his remaining options are in the war against Ukraine.

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[marsmember]

"The world has enough for everyone's needs, but not enough for everyone's greed."

[PushyPawn]

Khodorkovsky is absolutely right. It's personally frustrating to see that some European countries think that this war is about Ukraine. It is not. It's just the first stepping stone. The European status quo is over. Things will never be the same.
All European countries must realise that Ukraine is not just defending itself, but the rest of Europe too. Every country must support Ukraine as if the war is happening on their own territory, because it would be, were it not for Ukraine.

[joko]

I loved it when he called Putin an “elderly criminal.” Spot on.

[ScireMi]

The most valuable lesson I learned as a child is that you have to stand up to the bully. There is no other way and it is inevitable. So the sooner the better. Otherwise the bully get emboldened and even more people get hurt. It is scary to stand up to a bully but must be done.

[haybob]

You can't negotiate with a Rabid Dog, you have to put it down...

[sophieblack]

I'd like to comment that a translator in this interview is doing an Excellent job. Maintaining this level of accuracy to convey exact words by Mr. Khodorkovsky by means of simultaneous interpretation is quite remarkable. Kudos to this gentleman and to all other professional interpreters out there!
Update: I've never gotten this many replies to my posts on Youtube. Some of you questioned if I know what I am talking about. I think I do: I speak both Russian and English languages, in addition to my native language that is different. Love of words and importance of proper speaking and writing was instilled in me by my grandfather who was a journalist, my parents and many of my relatives who are Philologists. I also have a degree in Simultaneous Interpretation although I have only practiced consecutive Interpretation and written translation because I was taught that working as a simultaneous interpreter requires physical and mental strength of an astronaut, and I never thought I could do that. My post was a tribute to all the professional interpreters who are doing such an important work especially during the times of war. A good interpreter has to have an excellent knowledge of both languages, idiomatic expressions, proverbs, etc, and has to follow the ethic of never intentionally distorting content of the spoken words. Basically, the interpreter has to be completely neutral and people who are being assisted may even forget the presence of an interpreter. Once again, I take my hat off to everyone who practices "love of words" in order to help with communications between people, hopefully for the benefit of all sentient beings.

[mbeards]

Blunt and to the point. Great interview.

[homealoneuniverse]

Narcissistic rage. That's what it felt like when the reckless bombing started, a narcissist didn't get their way, so they explode in a rage. This interview seems to confirm that. Narcissists never get better. There is only one way out of this.

[obamanyoutubetookmychannel]

RIP to all the bravest warriors who lost lives defending Ukraine

[franciscoburgos]

Exactly what I’ve been saying and I’m no oligarch. Putin will not stop unless he is stopped.

[enveralbarad]

10:58 "as with many elderly criminals..." that cracks me up

[carpark]

"The only thing a war-like adversary understands is a demonstration of greater power." - Admiral Hayes

[kellysereda]

Thanks for brining in this guest and thanks to Mikhail. It's still a risk for Mikhail to speak in this way against Putin - I hope his risk and advice is heeded in the west.

[ianreed]

After all these years we were led to believe that Russia was the 2nd best military in the world. Turns out they're only the 2nd best military in Ukraine! Stay strong Ukraine!💪💙💛💙💛💙💛

[williamjacque]

You know who controls you when you know who you can not criticise

[obamanyoutubetookmychannel]

Standing ovation for the bravest warriors defending Ukraine 🇺🇦

[dannomusic]

“As with many elderly criminals, ”
Best line in this entire piece.

[Just-a-bystander]

One of the most insightful deep dive into Putin’s motivations and goals. The most horrifying as well.

[AlanFenick]

Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely!

[ccbc]

Nothing more scary than an old dictator trying to go for a last push for glory. In his mind he has nothing to lose and everything to gain, wanting to immortalize himself to supersede the sins of his lifetime.