Putin Breaks Silence: Exclusive Interview Reveals Insights on Ukraine, NATO, and Global Politics with Tucker Carlson"

In a surprising turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin, notorious for avoiding Western journalists since the February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, granted an exclusive interview to renowned American journalist Tucker Carlson. Despite Carlson's show achieving the highest ratings on Fox News until April 2023, he was unexpectedly let go by the network without clear reasons.

Now heading his independent venture, Tucker Carlson Tonight airs on the new platform AX, and Carlson continues to feature interviews with right-wing political figures like former U.S. President Trump. In his latest interview with Putin, the Russian leader addressed questions about Ukraine's role, justifying his controversial 'military operation' against Kyiv and expressing concerns about NATO expansion as a threat to Russia.

However, Putin clarified that he holds no interest in launching attacks on Poland or any NATO member countries. The interview stirred controversy, with some analysts suggesting it might be an attempt by Putin to influence American voters ahead of the U.S. presidential elections.

Analysts also point to difficulties faced by Ukraine in receiving military aid packages due to opposition from close allies of former President Trump in the Republican Senate. Trump opposed the billions of dollars in aid sent by Washington and advocated for easing tensions.

The conflict further escalated as Carlson previously released a video alleging that no Western journalist had interviewed Putin since 2022, casting doubt on the authenticity of the claim. Criticism is now directed at Carlson, with media organizations, including BBC Russia's editor Steve Rosenberg, reporting that they were denied interviews, raising questions about Carlson's claims.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Putin had rejected previous interview attempts by Carlson. Nonetheless, the interview brings Putin's perspective into the spotlight, prompting a closer look at the key points discussed in this exclusive conversation.