Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Alex Krainer: New York Times Reports CIA Attacks on Russian Tankers
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Jan 2, 2026 In a revealing conversation, Alex Krainer, a market analyst and former hedge fund manager, dives into the implications of a New York Times report alleging CIA attacks on Russian tankers. He questions whether this marks a dangerous escalation by the Trump administration or a clever psy-op to sabotage US-Russia negotiations. Krainer also analyzes the shifting narratives from Western media, European leadership flip-flops, and the vulnerabilities of Ukraine as pressures mount. His insights push listeners to remain politically engaged in this critical global issue.
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Media Psy‑Ops To Derail US–Russia Talks
- Alex Krainer argues the New York Times report on CIA attacks is likely a psy-op to derail US–Russia negotiations.
- He warns legacy media push narratives to keep Ukraine fighting and prevent a Trump–Russia détente.
US Leverage Shifts European Rhetoric
- Krainer sees recent European hawks softening under US pressure tied to corruption evidence in Ukraine.
- He suggests Washington can leverage receipts to change European leaders' public positions.
US Strategy: Weaken EU Cohesion
- Krainer argues the US strategy favors cultivating sovereignist movements and weakening EU/NATO cohesion.
- He expects the US to treat Europe more as customers for weapons than an integrated alliance partner.